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I checked the QVL for my motherboard and for the 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen Processors X570 (looking at upgrading to 5700X CPU) and my RAM isn't listed. There's one really close, but would it still work? Anyone know for certain? I added spaces to highlight the different character. I'm not sure what the difference is from "C" to "Z", but the 32GB, 3200MHZ, and C16 all match. My RAM: CMW32GX4M2 C 3200C16W QVL RAM: CMW32GX4M2 Z 3200C16(Ver3.31) Motherboard QVL page: https://www.asus.com/us/motherboards-components/motherboards/all-series/prime-x570-pro/helpdesk_qvl/?model2Name=PRIME-X570-PRO

Thanks! The upgrade bug did strike! I think I just needed confirmation that my logical side was correct and not just being stingy. lol

So below are my current build specs. I'm not moving to AM5 anytime soon. At least until I have more expendable income and the hardware gets perfected. I'm debating if it's worth upgrading my motherboard to the ASRock X570 TAICHI AM4 AMD X570. I know it won't add anything in the ways of performance, but it has features I wish I knew about when I built my first/current rig. Things like the digital readout for error codes, a BIOS reset, a clear CMOS button, WiFi and Bluetooth, and power on and off buttons on the motherboard. None of which are on my current motherboard. I've a WiFi and BlueTooth card so I'm not missing out on that, but it would be at least 1 less component required that I could then donate to a family member or friend. I checked the QVL and it lists my CPU and RAM so that's also a selling point. Also I know a 3000 series GPU would be a more beneficial upgrade, but if I'm going to upgrade my motherboard I'd rather do that first. Current Specs: Motherboard: ASUS Prime X570-Pro CPU: AMD 3600X GPU: ASUS ROG STRIX GeForce RTX 2070 Super DDR4: 64GB of 3200MHZ Corsair Vengeance RGB Pro (CMW32GX4M2C3200C16W) PSU: EVGA Supernova 1000 P5 (80 Plus Platinum 1000W)

So I’ve come to the understanding that the EVGA PowerLink does not work with the ASUS cards. Specifically because the pins connectors don’t reach far enough. Is there another solution available? I’d like to have a 90 degree (L-shaped) connector that would work with my ASUS ROG STRIX 2070 Super GPU. I’ve heard all about the adapters being a bad idea and could cause fires or problems along that line. I’ve seen one brand that I’ve never heard of that has a cable with the 90 degree connector on one end, but I’d rather trust something I know won’t fry my components much less my house. Anyone find a solution to this? The only thing I can think of is to find someone who could 3D print something like the PowerLink, but instead it just be an empty shell to house/hide the cables. But there’s got to be a better solution.

I love Portal! The first one was the best, but the second one was great too! Also I feel your pain regarding your laptop. I’ve a HP Beats edition. DDR3, integrates graphics, and on its last leg.

Thanks! I’m more interested in the process but also the pride in something I made. I’ll check those out, thanks again!

I’d love to see a video where Alex and Linus build a PC from scratch. Any parts that can be machined (case, water block, IO shield, and maybe even case fans) should be made instead of purchased. Obviously the MB, RAM, PSU, CPU, et cetra. would be purchased. Get that nice new workshop some more use and air time!

I was looking into designing and creating my own PC case from aluminum (and plastic). Any suggestions on what CNC router would work well for this? Preferably without breaking the bank.

Just go to the link below and click the “Update now” button at the top. It will download an executable file. You can just launch it and it will walk you through the steps. Be sure if you have any important files you back them up. They should still be there when you’re done updating but it’s more for peace of mind. Windows 10 isn’t that bad. They just took 7 and 8.1 and basically merged the good parts of both into one OS. It’s a bit different but you’ll eventually wonder why you stuck with 7 for so long. It just takes some time, but if nothing else you’ll be covered. Plus 10 is the last version they’ll make. They’re just going to release updates from now on. https://support.microsoft.com/software-download/windows10

Oh as far as PSU check out this page for reference. What you have is fine. https://outervision.com/power-supply-calculator

Also you can get a free upgrade to Win 10 from their website. Just google search free Win 10 upgrade and make sure it’s a Microsoft website. Then you should be good! No need to back anything up, it will all be there once the update is done. But it wouldn’t hurt to back up anything important onto a thumb drive just in case.

MB, RAM, and CPU will all work together just fine. If you want to OC then the general opinion seems to go with the non x CPU. If you don’t want to OC then the x version is just fine. It really depends on your need vs the cost.

I think I may have found a solution. It’s not exactly what I was wanting but it is cleaner than having a cable sticking out of the side of the case. I could run a thin HDMI ribbon the female end to the graphics card. Thoughts? Or any better ideas? https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MXD15TE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_wC7gEbPCQ794E https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01EW98Z7Y/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_5D7gEbATTJES6

Just FYI: here’s the link to the video I watched. I don’t like the cable sticking out of the back of the case so a cleaner method would be preferred. If I have no other choice then maybe I could use a HDMI ribbon cable and keep it snug against the back of the case (with a 90 degree connector). But I’d rather not even do that if there’s a way to keep all wires inside the case.

I watched some videos that show how to hook up a 4” monitor between the bottom shroud and the glass panel. I’d probably cut a hole in the shroud to mount the monitor and make it look a bit cleaner. The way the guy did this was by running a thin HDMI cable through a gap in the back of the tower. I’d like to find a cleaner method. This would just be for displaying stats (internal temp, cpu usage, RAM usage, FPS, et cetra), so nothing graphic intensive. Is there a place on the GPU or motherboard that could be utilized without running a cable to the outside of the case and into the normal ports on the back of the GPU? Motherboard: Asus Prime X570-Pro (AM4) GPU: Asus ROG STRIX GeForce RTX 2070 Super