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posted: Oct. 3, 2008 @ 8:15a
I don't think these cards qualify for the Step Up program. Here is the relevant part of the FAQ on the program from their website.
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Q: What is an eligible card?
A: For a card to be eligible for the step up program it must meet the following requirements;
* It must be an EVGA graphics card. Cards from other manufactures will not be accepted.
* You must have purchased the card, and be the original owner of the card. Cards obtained as prizes, through EVGA recertification program, cards purchased used and cards originally issued as review units, etc. are not eligible.
* Card must be in working order and free of cosmetic and physical defects.
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So these cards probably wouldn't qualify. And as mentioned in another post, you have to pay to ship it back before you can buy the upgrade, and you only get credit for how much you paid, not the retail price of the card.
Emil