How to install an M.2 NVMe SSD Into A Gaming PC: Project SeVeN
The best way to improve your gaming performance and your overall PC experience is to have an NVMe as your Windows Boot Drive. Once you have selected the best drive for your budget, installing it in your PC can seem like a daunting task.
In this video I go over how to properly handle and physically install an NVMe into Project SeVeN. I go over the M.2 Screws, Heat Sinks, Thermal Pads, and over all process.
00:00 Intro 00:47 PCI-E Gen 4 But Not Plus 01:13 Unboxing 02:30 Leave Label In Place 03:26 Slot Selection 04:23 Check for Stickers 06:13 Screwing Down Drive 06:53 Trick To Drive Screws Straight 07:33 REMOVE THE STICKER 08:22 Test Boot
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Wrapping up optimizing RAM for my Ryzen 5000 series CPU. In this video I compare the results of Aida64, 3DMark, and CapFrameX with Borderlands 3, Far Cry 5, and Hitman 3.
My conclusion, while faster RAM with tighter timings does marginally improve FPS, the price difference makes it difficult to recommend these RAM kits. Instead, 3600-16 still remains the best price to performance RAM for Ryzen
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@TheGrayingTech updates everyone on Factory 3.0 and what happened on Factory 2.0. Progressing towards Space Elevator Project 3.
Watch more from the Graying Gamer Series:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3v5wlR-uYmw&list=PL4jj_lI4RJv8_B9C6W_BvBPJK0c9HSj8r
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4 years ago I made the mistake of using my personal social media accounts to promote my employer's posts. Now that I'm starting a business, I had to start all over and rebuild a presence completely separate from my established accounts.
Here's 6 tips on how to effectively keep your personal and employer social media posts separate and effective.
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Give me 5 minutes to tell you why NOW is the best time to buy a smart watch. If you have an iPhone there is no need to look at any other product. Your choice is between the SE and the Series 6. I dive into the pros and cons of having a smartwatch, what you can expect, and what you should consider deciding between the best!
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If you have an all AMD Ryzen and Radeon system, AMD has introduced an update to the AMD Chipset and Radeon Adrenaline Software that enables one-click auto overclocking for both the CPU and the GPU. This has long been the dream of some gamers but is it worth it? Does it produce a significant benefit?
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5-Min Reviews:
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Audeze Penrose: https://youtu.be/Jk-dwXOWC18
Dark Rock Pro 4: https://youtu.be/5aeDeA0M_C4
LG CX 48 OLED TV: https://youtu.be/VoDsOtE1gMI
Steelseries Acrtis Pro Wireless: https://youtu.be/fTHjxQZzsFc
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Improve Your Gaming Performance
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-- Tune Your RAM: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4jj_lI4RJv9w9mgvuGTTEW51WZ4AvFFS
-- Better AMD CPU Performance: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4jj_lI4RJv904bFx3VHdZcHJLojA2Iwq
-- Overclock Radeon GPU: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4jj_lI4RJv-9Ke22hr8-iuGRIXlOdWX-
-- Project Red Star AMD PC: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4jj_lI4RJv9lbNVuRE72u1EjsOzZ8OKo
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f2HivrSE1EI
Using an MSI BIOS, I show how to setup your PC to get ready for better gaming performance. In this video I go over: CPU Boost, XMP, USB, Power, and NVMe Settings
While each motherboard manufacture has their own BIOS style, they all include similar settings. This is on an MSI z490 Gaming Edge Wifi Intel 10th and 11th series CPU.
00:00 Intro
00:10 Enable XMP
01:22 Optional Adjust Fans
02:05 Advance Houses Performance Options
03:15 Turn On NVMe CPU Lanes
04:15 Optional: Turn On iGPU For Dual Monitor
04:57 Turn On USB Standby Power
05:22 Resume On USB
05:40 Location of Overclocking Settings
06:11 Save BIOS Profile To USB
06:42 Save, Exit, Apply
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Like TheGrayingTech & Want To Improve YOUR GAMING PERFORMANCE!? Here are some next steps:
1) BEHIND THE SCENES, PAST BUILDS, and BLOG POSTS:
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2) BECOME A PATREON: Help support my content while I Pay It Forward. Find out more on
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5-Min Reviews:
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Audeze Penrose: https://youtu.be/Jk-dwXOWC18
Dark Rock Pro 4: https://youtu.be/5aeDeA0M_C4
LG CX 48 OLED TV: https://youtu.be/VoDsOtE1gMI
Steelseries Acrtis Pro Wireless: https://youtu.be/fTHjxQZzsFc
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Improve Your Gaming Performance
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-- Tune Your RAM: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4jj_lI4RJv9w9mgvuGTTEW51WZ4AvFFS
-- Better AMD CPU Performance: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4jj_lI4RJv904bFx3VHdZcHJLojA2Iwq
-- Overclock Radeon GPU: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4jj_lI4RJv-9Ke22hr8-iuGRIXlOdWX-
-- Project Red Star AMD PC: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4jj_lI4RJv9lbNVuRE72u1EjsOzZ8OKo
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@TheGrayingTech reviews the Nvidia Ampere announcements and compares them to what AMD might bring out with Navi 2X. The hardware alone is impressive, but the software makes me nervous for what AMD can do..... and makes me worried about the future prices of GPUs.
Checkout other (PC+Gaming)Tech Videos:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Srit-T9UHkA&list=PL4jj_lI4RJv9MPgMnfkAJH0DSTQ9o_k_7
00:00 Intro
00:20 SDK Advantage
01:26 DLSS 2.0
03:06 Nvidia Studio
03:46 Nvidia Broadcast
07:54 Nvidia Reflex
10:34 Nvidia GPUDirect
12:27 AMD's Response?
14:14 Closing Thoughts
Credits:
Control: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kic-QDmS_Yw
CD Projekt Red: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Efo-YDWnnpw
Nvidia Ampere Information: https://www.nvidia.com/en-us/geforce/graphics-cards/30-series/
JayzTwoCents Terry Crews: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VDZNXRAtXs0&t
GPUDirect Blog: https://developer.nvidia.com/blog/gpudirect-storage/
Anandtech: AMD's RDNA2 Information: https://www.anandtech.com/show/15591/amds-rdna-2-gets-a-codename-navi-2x-comes-this-year-with-50-improved-perfperwatt
Xtremegaminerd: https://www.xtremegaminerd.com/what-we-know-about-ampere-cards-from-the-launch/
Nvidia Pricing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QKx-eMAVK70
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I manage to get two orders placed for RX 6900 XTs. Yay!! It was my birthday weekend, must have been good luck. But one of those orders was a NewEgg Combo that was discounted $20 with a $20 rebate on a PSU. NO worries, I can use the PSU in another build. But NewEgg decided to upcharge the Gigabyte GPU by $100 in the process, making an extra $60.
What can consumers do against this blatant price gouging? While it is not as reprehensible as scalpers, it is a clear Anti-Consumer practice. And this isn't the first time NewEgg has been caught doing this. It seems every CPU and GPU refresh cycle, they pull out this same playbook.
Comment below on what you think we can do?
I for one am focusing my purchasing towards BestBuy who seems to have good bot protection and at least a reasonable Customer approach to ordering. I like EVGA's approach to Queuing but EVGA doesn't support AMD, which in and of itself is a problem given Intel and Nvidia's desire to monopolize the market.
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The final build video for Project Red Star. I go over how to clean your loop, protect your fittings, and how to avoid short circuiting your PC if your water cooling loop leaks. I am discussing the Primochill Loop Prep Kit. (Not a sponsor).
00:00 Intro
00:53 Distilled Water
01:42 Deionized Water
03:09 Cleaning Radiators
04:10 Initial Loop Cleaning
05:00 Coating Metals
05:26 Long Life Chemicals
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WLfYsfikMdA