Warranty Issues with ASIC Miners

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raven_2011Senior Member
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#1Jun 12, 2021, 07:17 PM
Which ASIC miner brand gives the longest warranty? It's kinda hard to say.
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atlas51Member
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#2Jun 13, 2021, 12:50 AM
You're not really asking the right thing here. Even in places like mine, there aren't enough service centers for ASICs. Russia is big for mining, yet it’s tough to get support. Warranties can be tricky; each brand's rules change by country. Sure, you can send your ASIC back to the maker, but it costs a lot. So, better keep your service center in good graces.
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pr0to88Member
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#3Jun 14, 2021, 08:03 PM
Totally depends on where you are. Your distance to a service center is key.
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atlas51Member
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#4Jun 15, 2021, 12:07 AM
Yeah, and many times, there’s just no authorized service spot in your city. Like, I checked this list, and there’s no mention of Russia, but still three Bitmain centers here.
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0xNodeMember
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#5Jun 15, 2021, 01:41 AM
Warranty duration usually ties back to the seller, not just the brand itself. Resellers often offer extended warranties while the actual factory warranty is like 6 to 12 months. Seen that Bitmain and MicroBT usually give about a year, and some sellers bump it to two if you get a service plan. Definitely check the RMA policies and support options before buying because a long warranty doesn't mean much if service is slow.
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atlas51Member
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#6Jun 16, 2021, 08:42 PM
You gotta consider everything. If there’s a clampdown on Bitmain in the US, it’ll mess up repairs and deliveries. Like, the first damages will hit miners first, not those Wall Street suits.
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topbl4stFull Member
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#7Jun 16, 2021, 10:51 PM
Lol, I loved your line about cloud mining being rare. A legit cloud mining in 2026? Nah. Renting hash power is a thing, but that’s not real cloud mining. Most of those are scams... still, newbs fall for it thinking they can make a profit.
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atlas51Member
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#8Jun 17, 2021, 04:44 AM
Yeah, mining profits are never guaranteed. It’s mostly about coin price and your costs. Like maybe you get lucky with free electricity, but that’s illegal most places. Cloud services are still paying bills just like everyone else.
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0xNodeMember
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#9Jun 17, 2021, 08:52 AM
Good point! Just having a warranty doesn’t mean much if you don’t think about the risks from regulations and supply chain chaos. Even a strong factory warranty won’t help much if spare parts or repair routes go bust because of regulations. Miners should consider local risks and service accessibility, not just the warranty length.
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atlas51Member
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#10Jun 17, 2021, 09:51 AM
My country has a huge underground mining scene. Russia is the second-largest, and lots of gear gets smuggled in. Warranties? Only can get them from China. Miners often go with unauthorized services cause they’re faster. Waiting long for free repairs means lost profits.
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atlas51Member
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#11Jun 17, 2021, 03:41 PM
If warranty issues are a mess, people are gonna stop buying from China. That’s why service centers exist worldwide. Big firms have agreements to sort things out fast.
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gang2015Member
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#12Jun 17, 2021, 08:10 PM
You're probably engaging with a shill account. Check out their trust feedback and history; it’s sketchy. Seriously, oneminers dot com seems like a scam.
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atlas51Member
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#13Jun 19, 2021, 12:34 AM
For me, cloud mining feels like having sex solo... some virtual miners seem to vibe with it, but honestly, it’s been a long-known scam. Always warning the newbies about it.
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