You can do the Intel rma via chat online. Just tell em what Kal told ya and they'll have you send your chip in and send you a new one. KEEP the HSF that came with the proc - Intel wants to know what word is on the fan housing.
Don't know about Gigabyte... EVGA is great for RMA'ing cards and boards.
Asus will RMA but make sure you're registered. They cross ship the first time then make you wait if you do the same board a second time. I sent in an unregistered 295 and they RMAd it cause I was a VIP registered member from my R2E.
Best thing to remember - register (except intel, they don't care) lol
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