Dedayog

So that 24 pin doesn't fit into the motherboard? Or they fit but don't work?

This. I "think" Steam and other game libraries will log into the proper account based on the user Windows is logged in under. So you won't have to keep swapping Steam accounts.

Well sorta. He was probably correct if you were correct in your original post. You were NOT at idle, so the solution was different than we were led to work on. Glad you figured it out.

Good point. Many people assume idle is THEM not using the machine, whereas Windows (or any OS) can be doing quite a lot even with the user downstairs eating dinner.

Why is that intriguing? What are YOUR thoughts on it? I find it incredibly non-interesting. So 1 game has less input on Linux? Why should that be anything other than "cool, I guess"? Linux has benefits, Windows has benefits. *shrug*

1. No 2. No 3. Yes You won't notice a difference at all, as they will both perform in Gen 3 mode far far far above anything you'll need from them. Gen 4 boot vs Gen 3 boot - no difference Gen 4 gaming vs Gen 3 gaming - no difference No combination of Gen 4, Gen 3, Boot, Gaming will produce any real world noticeable difference.

Ican't see the seller's site at work, it's blocked. Sorry if their pcpartpicker info is fraudulent. Look at the 7900XT then. Or the 4070 Ti Super. Any model, they only have looks and cooling differences, so pick the one you like the look of best.

Edit: Seller has different price on website vs pcpartpicker

Make sure to PBO/CO, to get a little more from that 7700X.

So you're having issues finding the PERFECT fan, is that right? Chasing waterfalls... What's wrong with the ones you have? Can you point out what they are failing at or you don't like? Or is this all an OCD issue where you struggle to settle or make a decision? I ask because all these fans are simply... just fans. They all work with minor variations. If you';re squabbling over the smallest of details... you're going to just get more "someone said" stuff here. Someone will like Corsair, someone won't, someone will recommend Lian Li, someone will say they suck cuz their dog had them in their super computer, etc etc etc. Hopefully you can come to terms with the fact your current fans are just fine and enjoy them. Or ignore all the chaos and buy what YOU like.

How are you unsure about them if you HAVE THEM? Can't you make the decision for yourself by looking, listening, measuring temps, etc? I can understand issues when trying to choose a fan. What about Lian Li Uni Fans?

Minecraft's memory issues aren't with your installed RAM, but the amount allocated in the Java settings. How to Allocate More RAM to Minecraft: A Step-By-Step Guide (gamerant.com)

FYI, Windows 10/11 is a perfectly fine environment for Plex/File servers. It's the easiest to use for beginners as well. If you want to Frankenstein a setup, be my guest. But a server is supposed to be working 24/7 and easy to use. Putting together a system you have to "get it to work right" to keep your important stuff... not what I would do.

What are you using now? How intense is your editing? Big boy money making stuff or just add moms face to Dad's body stuff? Realistically if you're using shit now, anything you get will be a huge upgrade. Like going from a 10 year old Honda Civic to a Corvette or Ferrari, won't matter since the upgrade is sooooo huge.