How to link external devices to a faraway computer
How to link external devices to a faraway computer
I recently bought an apartment, so I’m not worried about such matters. Regarding wall mounts, the problem stems from how I arranged my furniture; my space is set up where my hardware will go. It’s in a corner. On the left is a large window covering most of the room, in front of me are a table, monitors, and walls. To the right is the middle of the room, with a cupboard for clothes.
This setup is somewhat similar, but my current arrangement faces the direction of this PC. I would also need to purchase a special case for it. It doesn’t seem very appealing to me. I did buy an LG C1 TV and mounted it in my living room, which I think is the best method I’ve found so far. As for walls, I reside in a post-Soviet republic, and the apartment was built back then. The walls are constructed from thick bricks, so I’m not concerned about them breaking.
There might be some financial benefit. I could sell it for 100 euros less as a refurbished item. I haven’t modified it; I still have the original packaging. Though, I really like this particular case and don’t know of another that would interest me more. There’s one with an OLED screen, another is an open case—cool design—but I’ve read that dust will be a big issue with such designs. Apart from that, nothing else appeals to me. I enjoy these bolder cases because they make my PC stand out. Even as a struggling student, I liked having a unique look.
Just checked and Tt site is back online.
I also like "fancy" cases. E.g looks wise, to me, Circle CT Phoenix has quite unique looks;
Few more images on amazon listing:
https://www.amazon.in/Circle-Gaming-Phoe...B01LYCIVNC
But among DIY PC cases, V8 PC case is best looking IMO. It is also dual-PC build;
Front -> Side
More images:
https://www.techeblog.com/v8-engine-computer-case/
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Since choosing a PC case is personal choice, to each their own. For example, i don't like solid front panel cases at all. Not only they greatly restrict frontal airflow, they also look like tasteless, bland boxes. To me, PC case needs to have "flare" even when there isn't anything in it. Since you can always add RGB fans/LED strips and other eyecandy to it.
If you're good on DIY, there are ways to do that. E.g here's one such guide;
View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nQCzIJzI2R8
To me, that is way too much DIY and i'd rather wait for more user friendly solutions to hit the market.
And here's guide on making small sensor panel, by JayzTwoCents;
View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RTdniu3gn3Y
Just want my workspace, cases, etc., to function properly without worrying about the look. Not my style, but I appreciate the effort and quality behind them. If you're up for it and can afford it: indulge... Enjoy.
There is a chance my location is similar, yet the space is quite tight—only about 2,2 meters. I might have to position my PC and table on the left side. I’m open to having cables like that person does, but I still prefer neat connections.
I noticed you have a Corsair mechanical keyboard. I own one too, the K100 version. When I first wanted a keyboard, there wasn’t an ideal choice until the K100 came out. It met all my expectations, and I’m satisfied. I use extra macro keys for recording, which is a very handy feature. It’s simpler to operate and doesn’t require memorizing confusing key combos for tasks like recording, saving last-minute files, or taking photos. The Corsair software works well most of the time; sometimes it fails to activate GeForce Experience recording, but after reinstalling it functions properly.
I also wanted to preserve my old retro PC. It’s in a room somewhere in my house, and I want to show it some love. The one I’m using now is from about 10 years ago, an upgrade from my parents’ machine. I wanted to keep it as a retro system, but eventually it had to be retired. My GTX 760 stopped working because I accidentally damaged the CPU socket during many tests with different CPUs. It only occasionally crashes or hangs, mainly due to that issue. My PC really needs to retire, but because of GPU problems, I pushed it on for a few more years. Right now, I don’t think it’s the right time to upgrade. I’m aiming for Meteor Lake, native 64GB 6400 MHz RAM, and I plan to wait until the tenth generation before upgrading my CPU. I’d prefer an AMD 7000 series because back then, the options were either Nvidia GTX 600 or AMD HD 7000. There’s a lot of meaning behind that choice for me.
Another concern is finding tables that fit my needs. I have one that meets most requirements, but it isn’t perfect.
I also own a Creative Sound Blaster AE-7. I always wanted a sound card, especially since motherboards back then had poor sound support. Finally, I got one of my dreams, though I rarely use it. The problem is many games have issues with sound cards because they lack proper settings or formats. Modern AAA games handle this well, but older titles often struggle. Listening to music on YouTube isn’t much different. With a sound card, things get more complicated—you need lossless audio, and sometimes you have to deal with obscure formats like FLAC. It can take a long time. Still, I feel music sounds better in FLAC. I also noticed clearer lyrics and better instrument separation. But I’ve started to notice mistakes in the recordings. That’s a double-edged sword—it can highlight errors but also distract from the experience.
For video games, I see some improvement, but only if the game has good sound design. The first time I noticed this was with *Risk of Rain 2*. I heard Golem steps and thought I was facing him on a cliff. I ran to him and defeated it. It confused me because he wasn’t there when I heard him. Later, I realized he was over the cliff. I found out how poor the audio design was—he could be heard from far away, making it hard to pinpoint his direction. *Risk of Rain 2* had no proper sound handling, so a big cliff wouldn’t block footsteps, which made me lose track. It’s clear that good sound cards make a big difference.
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Still, I don’t see much reason for people to spend such high-end gear when most don’t need it. They usually just want amplifiers for their headphones since my motherboard struggles with anything over 80 Ohms. This product is unique and useful, but it doesn’t spark excitement in me. It’s practical, but not thrilling. You should invest your money elsewhere! Now this feels exciting! 😆
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Also, I don’t see a clear justification for such a high price. The table is a solid investment, but I suspect the manufacturer targets those who ignore the cost. I don’t like being treated like a customer. Those chairs are aimed at influencers rather than regular users. I’m willing to pay for value, but those top-tier products seem overpriced and often have flaws. High-end monitors are another example—paying thousands doesn’t guarantee everything you want, and they can lack ports, premium materials, or even fail quality control. While early adopters matter in the industry, I’m not one of them.
Even with my new case, I have some issues. If I paid full price, there are a few things that disappoint me. First, the manual is confusing and cheap. There are no spare parts. Removing the glass should be easier, but it’s not magnetic. The fans are decent but not top-tier. There are also minor scratches from manufacturing. This case is worth every euro I spent, but I don’t think it’s premium enough to match its price.
It seems like the product appears to be of lower quality, with a less refined appearance. The materials used seem common, and the design lacks uniqueness. Many similar cases are often out of stock or hard to find. Your example is already sold out. Other cases I’ve seen on Amazon look identical to each other, which isn’t appealing. I prefer cases that stand out, something you wouldn’t encounter elsewhere. The variety on Amazon makes it hard to pick one that truly feels different. I’m drawn to unique designs that others don’t offer. Reviewers often highlight how distinct and even controversial these cases can be. I value a case that’s not just another mass-produced item.
There are also concerns about the build quality. Some cases I found in China looked interesting, but assembling them seemed cheap and unprofessional. Watching others put them together made me feel they lacked real craftsmanship. It would be nice to own something that looks different from what’s commonly available.
I came across videos while researching, and those cases look appealing. However, they need to be assembled by the owner. I didn’t see anything as impressive being sold commercially. DIY projects can be costly—complex setups often start with a thousand euros. Even simple tasks like connecting a monitor to a PC take hours. It’s more of a hobby than a quick purchase.
For me, it demands too much time and effort. I’d rather buy something ready-made. Even basic products available commercially require significant time. I recently installed an AIO water cooler, which took three hours, and I’m still not finished. I lack the right connections for RGB control on my motherboard, so I need an adapter. I bought a bed with LED lighting, but it doesn’t come with a battery or AA holder. I had to search extensively until I found a suitable power source for my LEDs. Even simple purchases can become complicated and time-consuming quickly. I’d rather spend my time on other activities than tinker with PCs all day.
One option, if it's possible in your area, is to contact a carpenter and order custom made desk from them.
This is something, i've considered myself, since none of the store tables are fitting to my needs. Sure, it may cost me a bit more and take more time as well, but end result would be exactly to my needs, while also having a very good fit with the rest of furniture/available space i have.
What i, personally, am aiming for, is similar to this:
But made out of solid wood, perhaps oak. And haven't decided on the color yet.
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I have Corsair Strafe RGB with Cherry MX Silent switches. And i love this KB, since it doesn't have the additional macro keys, instead, it stays true to the original full KB layout. Sadly, Corsair doesn't make Strafe RGB KBs anymore, instead, they revised it and now sell Strafe MK.II RGB, that i got for my missus (with same Cherry MX Silent switches).
Before my Corsair mechanical KB, i used common membrane PS/2 KB for decades. So, the jump in quality, comfort and price tag was huge.
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E.g my PS2/2 port KB costed me €12, while my Corsair KB costed me €178. Though, i still have my PS/2 KB, since at some times, it is needed to access/navigate BIOS, when PC doesn't detect USB KBs.
Not sure if you checked my PC specs, but in my retro PC, i actually have Club3D Radeon HD 7770 Ghz Edition GPU. It's most what is needed for it. Back in the day, it had Radeon HD 5450, which is terrible GPU.
Oh, and in my Haswell build (missus'es PC), i actually have GTX 760. Now, i do have a spare GTX 1060 3GB (MSI Gaming X version), that was left over after i upgraded to GTX 1660 TI (also MSI Gaming X version) and while i could upgrade GTX 760 to GTX 1060 3GB, the color theme doesn't match.
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Build theme is black & blue, while MSI Gaming X is black & red. Latter is build theme for my main PC, Skylake, so it was perfect fit.
At current moment, i'm thinking to get GTX 1650 or similar for my missus'es PC. But then again, she doesn't game as much/hard as i do and there isn't any real need. Other than getting power consumption down (from 170W to 75W) and better aesthetics (latter of which she doesn't care about much, but i do).
But for future,
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i'm slowly starting to look into overhauling both of our PCs, since neither of the two support Win11. (Which is such a BS from Micro$oft. 😡) For ~3 years, we can manage with Win10 but once Win10 support ends, we have to upgrade our hardware. Currently looking at 11th gen Intel (i5-11600K) with Z-series MoBo and other bits. Price tag, per 1 PC upgrade, is essentially €1000, while re-using: PC case, case fans, PSU, GPU and disk drives.
I'm not that into 12th gen, with their issues of P- and E-cores, not to mention the crossover to very expensive DDR5 RAM. And AMD Ryzen series is completely off the table for me, since none of them have iGPU, which is a must for me (unless i go for weaker APU).
Most of the times, and as i've grown older, i now prefer simple, casual games. Never liked AAA games and while i have few (e.g Cyberpunk 2077), i haven't even installed it, despite buying it last January.
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A game with very good sound design, that i've played a lot, is Generation Zero. Two best parts of it, to me, are sound design (since the surround sound it can produce, is very accurate direction wise) and in-game lore.
It does look, cool, yes but i don't like using it. Especially when lying down. I'd get a feeling that the heavy monitors will fall onto my face. And overall, i'm not that kind of person who needs to lay down to use the PC. To me, using PC means sitting straight, behind it. Not lounging somewhere like a sack of potatoes.
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All those fancy setup prices are composed with: 1/4 materials, 1/4 build time, 2/4 design price.
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I remember when Corsair launched their "gaming chair", which offered same features as other, similar "race inspired" gaming chairs, while costing double or more. Essentially, paying very high premium price for Corsair logo on your chair,
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Corsair gaming chairs lineup:
https://www.corsair.com/eu/en/Categories...ing_Chairs
The gaming chairs we have, look much nicer, have most of the same features, while also having rocking feature (which Corsair chairs lack) and costed 1/3 of the Corsair chair.
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Our gaming chairs. Click here to view
Pic taken when i gifted hers for Christmas few years ago.
I can't say that my Corsair 760T V2 Black is perfect for me either. For one, the included AF140L 140mm stock fans (all 3 of them) have such a poor performance that i had to replace them all. Also, while i do have 2-stage fan controller built-in, it isn't that great either, with essentially either 50% speed or 100% speed. So, i went and bought proper fan controller instead, that sits in one of the 5.25" external bays (
Thermaltake Commander F6 RGB
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I actually bought such fan controllers for all of my 3 PCs, since i like the manual and individual control over my case fans, rather than messing around in BIOS.
Other than these two issues, 760T is a great case. I especially like the hinged side panels, that i can easily open and are very practical. Corsair 780T was another option but it looks too "round" for my taste.
Oh, custom to Corsair, they also have good spare parts inventory. So, when something breaks or you need to expand your PC (e.g additional drive cages), you can easily get them.
You may call me old, but i'm one of those few, who actually values and needs external 5.25" bays. Not only to house the CD/DVD writer (which i do have) but also because 5.25" bay has so much utility to it. I have 3x bays and all are populated (CD/DVD writer, fan controller and SD/microSD 9in1 card reader). Sadly, almost none of the newer cases offer those bays anymore. I guess most people doesn't want their PCs to be as practical as they could be.
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Yeah, that's the other side of PC case manufacturing. They make poor cases but make them look "fancy", so that it appeals to people and they can sell them. With PC cases, and in my opinion, two best build quality brands are Phanteks and Corsair. With Corsair, you need to look towards high-end models, since Corsair also produces cheap PC cases. So, it could be quite an ordeal to find aesthetically and practically matching case for you.
While i do like tinkering with my PCs, i'm not that handy to make my own PC case. So, in that sense, i too, would like to buy already made components and then assemble it.
Overall, i find the time spent with tinkering with my PCs enjoyable. When i bought CableMod custom sleeved power cables, to switch out stock power cables, the cable management took me solid 4 hours and i loved it.
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Best part, i got to do it 3 times, since i have 3 PCs and i bought CableMod custom sleeved power cables to all of them, matching their color theme. Of course, i didn't install them all in one go,
Your option looks better, but in my local market there is simply no such tables. I had checked out local craftsmen. There is a market for them. They usually build stuff which is different to this, but they can design and create something I want. Probably it would be cooler if I make a sketch for them of what I want. Come to think of, even if carpenter will be more expensive, it will be cheaper than those enthusiast level gear. I bet, you could make yourself an ideal table with glass to house your PC cheaper with someone making your custom table! I mean, if you are not living somewhere where hiring someone is super expensive, I bet they could make you a glass table for less than 3 grand!
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Custom PCs and custom tables is something which is surprisingly rare. I barely can find any cool pictures on the internet. One cool idea which I found was a guy who made an isolated fauna under his table, complete with plants and bugs. It is something which looks great, but you have to like the idea.
When my GTX 760 broke down, I purchased GTX 1060 6GB in an aftermarket. It is good enough for most games I play, but can't provide high refresh rates. It does not matter as much for old games, because most of them have bad in game engines or are simply outdated which prevents them having high refresh rates. It doesn't matter as when I'm starting to hit high refresh rates with my newer GPU, my old 4'th gen i5 starts to throttle performance.
Microsoft tends to only produce worthwhile upgrades every second major OS. I started from XP. Vista was a disaster. It also in Lithuanian means hen. Who wants an operating system named after chicken? Not me! Then there was Windows 7 to which I reluctantly upgraded well after XP stopped being supported. After that Windows 8 versions were a disaster and Windows 10 was again decent. Windows 11 is pointless. Windows 12 looks like you won't be able to own your PC anymore. So, I will have to wait for a modified version to be released as a freeware. Wink, wink. If it is not a worthwhile upgrade then, I might wait even longer for Windows 13. The thing with jumping to newer OS is that a lot of hardware and software might start having issues. There is simply no incentive for an user to jump to new operating system. He is not used to it. It is objectively worse than a previous one. I'm looking at you Windows 10 with two control panels, splitting computer settings through two different screen. I never got used to you and never will. I only reluctantly upgrade when OS is no longer supported. Especially since I loved XP, I played on it until some software and game makers ceased its support.
I had made a list on Steam of all the games which I wanted to play in my childhood and beyond, but never did or did not completed. Then I write long and detailed review. I'm planning to even start making video reviews about them. It is more about me overcoming my fear of my voice and being able to be an apex nerd which can quote youtube when he has an argument online.
Now I play Heroes of the Storm a lot, but this is kind of game which you play for a while and stop, because I do not want to be stuck doing one and the same thing. I do play at the moment Stalker: Call of Pripyat. I have Baldur's Gate to complete afterwards. Homeworld 1 Remastered Edition. World of Goo and Barotrauma too. I recently completed Galactic Civilizations III. I still have a list of over 50 games which I want to complete and those are just major games which I wanted to play. Though, I'm about to complete longest games this year, so next year I will be going through games at a lot quicker pace.
The thing with games is that you play them to experience something. Since creating an experience takes a great designer which is like finding a great artist, modern, giant companies are ill suited in creating good games which stand test of time. They are more for kids and casuals to play who do not have decades long experience in video games. When I look at new games, I see nothing unique in them which I did not saw being done better in other games. Most prominent example is Fallout New Vegas. There simply was not a greater 3D Fallout game since. No modern sandbox game of this nature comes even close. All I see are flashier graphics, but they do not have so finely crafted experience. I heard that in Red Dead Redemption 2 you are literally tortured for 3 hours straight in cinematics and tutorials until you are allowed to play. That is a horrible experience! In Fallout New Vegas you are shot in the head! Bam, that is an explosive start which gives you great motivation to start playing. This game is leagues ahead in how it starts to Red Dead Redemption 2. Then comes to why you are playing. I find world in New Vegas a lot more iconic, memorable, interesting. Why I enjoy playing it? Because it has amazing writing. New games literally had ruined any respect I had for game designers and writers. I thought you had to have expertise in writing in order to write professionally. After seeing nonsense in those games, I have no desire to play them. This is why I'm generally not interested in new games, because there is always something done previously which is better in every way except for maybe graphics. It is kind of sad that I already become a grandpa telling kids how they know nothing, but it is true!
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I would be willing to pay that much more if quality would be there. However, often it is just branding. You need to look at very specific cases where brand actually means something. You would think that there would be a small, niche business opportunity at creating high quality, exclusive design consumer goods with great customer support. However, wherever I look, companies are cutting corners. Either luxury consumer brand has crappy, massively overpriced fridges and then rest of its stuff are fine. Why it does not care that some of its products are crap? I now need to be weary of all company's products. In a same manner, I would be happy to pay more for a good product, but they often are from same manufacturers, using same materials and technologies to do the same stuff. It shows that company has no pride, no respect for its work and it is just cynical marketing which is pulling all the weight. Aorus brand is a nice example. It all feels so forced about them. Their computer case which I got is so rough around the edges. Identical parts and materials to the cheaper computer cases. It lacks extensive thought put into design. It does not come with its own quality manual, serial number. CEO did not thanked me for buying me and did not told me a little sob story how proud they are of their life's achievements.
Noctua did all of this. When I purchased their fan, I had cheap off brand fan to compare to and distinction between the two was obvious. While it might be because I did not had two fans circulating air in and from my computer, but when I put Noctua fan, my computer from running hot turned cold and its fan was imperceivable to surrounding noise coming from other fans.
My computer has an internal CD/DVD drive. It came very handy several times through its lifespan. With newest computer, I will be sure to get external CD/DVD drive. It is something which you do not need until you need it and then it is extremely convenient. Other times it is crucial. For example, I do purchase music from obscure bands and extract music from their CDs to my computer. You cannot get higher quality music from anywhere else. Without any CD/DVD drive, it would be impossible. So, it is still kind of a necessary technology for me.
I watched your other builds and your case. They all stuck me as very practical. You also seem to have a desire to record everything. I also have that feeling of wanting to share to the internet my experiences with everything. Small things how my LG C1 are making strange noises to how my Odyssey G7 had a nice plastic finish, but its led transparent glass look cheap. That if you are going to buy more expensive monitor, you should look for better quality materials.
I also think that your external screen is cool. It would had been super cool to have on my current set up, but it looks just too retro for this age. I do love seeing computer information and being able to use analog sticks to control computer settings. These DIY are great and I do enjoy tinkering with my computer, but there is simply so many things in life which I would want to do and there is just so little free energy and time during the day to do all of those things. Maybe one day...
I tend to ''solve'' it by doing something very slowly and methodically. I take embarrassing amount of times starting new hobbies. Just painting one miniature took like 12 hours or more. Same with stuff which I do not know. I just experiment with a test project, but I tend to spend so much time on learning and acquiring skills that I just get burned out at the end. Everything is just a matter of how much free time you are willing to dedicate to it if you have means to do so. It is that I'm such a Gemini and cannot find one thing which I would love to constantly work upon. Plus, living in an apartment, you cannot do some stuff anyways due to limited space.
I know that it will take just as much time for me to do all that cable management too! I still did not got into finding an adapter for AIO cooler RGB. Now I needed I was looking for router/modem combo which also would have SQM for superior gaming set up. I could not find anything like that. I will have to settle for some other modem and some gaming router, probably one from Asus. Little stuff like that in life take so much time. It seems trivial, but when you do stuff right, it take days of your free time after work and you wonder where time had went. Even today, I finished my work day. I went to investigate if I can register my computer case. I made dinner and went for a nap. I called my mom, made another snack for myself, wrote you back and it is almost 10 pm. Time just flies by. This is why I write my weekly goals of what I want to accomplish during the week. I need to restart practice of trying to nail monthly goals, but it is hard to keep on schedule, especially on stuff which you have no clue how long it will take to do.
I apologize for the delayed response—I went to my parents' house over the weekend. This week I'm heading to Venice with them for holidays. Such trips really take a significant chunk of my time.
Yes, I would say your PC setup is quite unique, as your LCD gives it a distinct character not found elsewhere. The main difference lies in how much uniqueness the case brings. If it's just a standard box from its era, then it doesn't qualify as a custom PC. But if it features rare elements like an out-of-the-box LED display, then it leans more towards being custom. Ultimately, it comes down to how different the case is compared to what's commonly available.
When I think of a custom PC, I imagine something like the engine you mentioned earlier—something that stands out. These models tend to be quite expensive and fall into the high-end range of what I consider custom. Even having an analog fan control like in your PC would make it a lower-end custom build, which I’d be interested in purchasing from a store. The market, however, lacks uniqueness; most cases look similar, and anything truly one-of-a-kind is rare and often very costly. Finding something unique is tough, and only the super-rich usually have access to such options. Occasionally you might spot obscure Chinese models, but they usually just serve as marketing with mediocre quality.
I accept Microsoft's approach because it ensures basic functionality. With Linux, I feel like I'm constantly battling my system when trying to use it. I hope things stay the same since I don’t want to switch to Linux. It feels more suitable for work, offering better control and niche tools that developers appreciate. I remember how frustrating it was when Windows updates broke my computer—half a day spent fixing issues.
Currently, I mostly buy games because I enjoy getting discounts. There are few games I haven’t played before, and most take a lot of time to complete. Most of them are on my list. I actually tried Vampire Survivors—it's decent but slow once you unlock upgrades, taking around 30 minutes per run. 20 Minutes till Dawn is more engaging with its aiming mechanics and shorter matches, while Cthulian feels like a rogue-like with a creepy theme.
That’s the problem: my voice sounds normal when I speak, but it sounds terrible when recorded. It’s like cheap phone cameras that exaggerate every flaw, making you look bad.
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Still, I need to be careful. With practice and working on my pronunciation, I tried making YouTube videos with text, but it was a slow process and I ended up sounding less natural. It also makes the videos more entertaining, letting me add my personality.
I heard they have a poor reputation, but life is about trying things out. I saw an attractive PC mouse from them, though I know they’re not great. Should I avoid them just because of their appearance?
Fans are surprisingly competitive. I also dislike Noctua’s choice to color their fans.
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color. It was a questionable decision, but I bought it to test its performance—it worked well. I also used a case with high static pressure fans to improve cooling. It didn’t show up in the test, but it did a great job keeping my PC cool. Now it’s colder inside than outside. Without it, things were the opposite.
I’m drawn to those Corsair fans that float. Thanks for showing them—I’ll compare their performance with others when I buy.
I also research everything before buying. When I was younger, I did an excessive amount of research. Now I know what matters and cut out options that don’t fit. This helps me focus. For example, if I need a motherboard with dual BIOS switches, it narrows down the choices. Or if I want TN, VA, or IPS panels, I stick to what I already own.
I own an old TN panel and switched to a VA one. Now I need a 4K monitor with HDR for gaming. Such displays are rare, so I’ll wait a bit. When they arrive, it will save me from doing all that research again.
My PSU costs up to 300 euros:
https://seasonic.com/prime-px#
Cheap PSUs usually have short warranties (2-5 years) and poor build quality. My Corsair vs 650 failed quickly, failing to deliver enough power. It sometimes worked but degraded fast until it stopped booting. I had to buy another one. If I’d chosen a better brand like Seasonic, I wouldn’t need a replacement. So, warranty is key. A 5-year PSU is better than a 12-year one because you’re more likely to need a second one. Price differences might favor premium brands if you factor in the cost of two units.
High-end products are similar in price after warranty—10 years vs 12 years. I wonder if it’s worth splurging on flashier models, but if it comes with a PSU, I’ll stick to what’s available.
It looks good, but I don’t think it suits me. You mentioned time matters, and there are so many distractions. As a child, I loved gaming with unlimited time, but now I lack the resources (a good PC and money for games). As an adult, I’ve seen it all—games lose that charm, and I don’t have the energy to play for hours. At most, I can take a day off if something special comes up.
Even today, before my trip, I had a whole day off. It’s overwhelming. I need rest, dinner, then gaming, family time, and catching up on news. It feels like each day just slips by. Sometimes it’s better to do nothing at all, but at least I can feel like I’ve accomplished something.
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