WEIRD Neo2 Power-on problem (no, not the same old thing)

First post, go easy on me:
My new Neo2 has what seems (at first glance) to be one of the most common problems I've read about here and on other forums: After windows shutdown, the machine will not power on at all using the front power switch. To get power, I have to clear the CMOS, and then the machine comes on and boots perfectly as soon as power is applied (without pressing front power button). I've tried the 4xHt setting as suggested here and elsewhere, no joy. I have not updated my BIOS from 1.4 stock yet, but will be soon due to voltage needs(prolly to 1.37mod).
Anyway, in researching this problem, I've come across something strange that may be helpful to others. When checking my front panel connections on the MB, I noticed that there is only one "Power switch" connector on the MB. I'm referring to the 2 prongs that the power switch lead connects to.....I only have one prong. the positive prong seems to be missing (the one with the white "+" at the base). This isn't normal is it? The machine is rock solid, even OC'd,other than this one issue.
Having said all that, I have 2 main questions.
1. Would this missing prong produce the symptom I'm having? After all, the power switch seems to just not work at all. If it weren't for the little "glitch" with some Neo2's where the machine comes on when power is applied, I dont think I would ever have gotten this thing to power up. Ironic huh?
2. Assuming question 1 is a yes, can I fix this? I refuse to RMA this board, as it's overclocking very well so far, and judging by the low voltages used so far, I'm not even close to maxing it out yet.
Any help or insight appreciated. Thanks.
P.S it may be worth mentioning that others with similar problems might want to verify the integrity of both prongs with a voltmeter.

It certainly is not normal for one of the two power pins to be missing from the MB. However, all that connector does is to allow the front panel button to start (and stop) sending operating power to the MB. It has no affect on performace of the MB if you power it on some other way (i.e, by clearing CMOS). I would guess that MSI purposely allowed the fans to come on when starting up the system for the first time (or after CMOS clearing) to let the user know what that the MB is not "dead". I assume you are not able to power the system off with the front panel power swich or restart it after you shut down Windows. Neither of these should work if the power switch connector is not correctly connected.
As mentioned above, it is a rather simple job to have a qualified technician replace the pin, assuming the connection below the pin is in good shape. But I would only trust a compter technician to do the job, and then only after he tells me that he has done it before. Otherwise, I think your only option is to RMA the board.
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