I'm almost there, it's hard to believe it's coming! I've updated this thread because Holoiso 5.0 is clearly the top choice so far. All my updates are working now, Pacman is running smoothly, and my GPU seems to be handling things better than before. I'm aware there are other options available, which is fine—just trying to maximize performance on my preferred OS. I'm completely new to Linux and Arch Linux isn't for the faint of heart. If anyone can point me in the right direction with useful resources or tools, it would really help me get this machine running at its best. Here’s what I’m aiming for:
1. A tool that lets me tweak fan curves.
My setup includes an ASUS G20 AJ, upgraded to an i7-4790, 16GB DDR3 RAM, and an RX5500X. The case isn’t ideal, but my GPU temperatures are spiking. I’ve installed "coreclt," but the results are inconsistent, especially in game mode.
2. Overclocking and undervolting guidance.
Once I can manage temperatures and fan settings, I want to push this machine to its limits—both in normal use and gaming.
3. Storage upgrade ideas.
I currently use a 2TB SSD as the OS drive. The case supports a 3.5-inch drive, which would be nice for storing games. The only problem is mounting it during boot. I’ve tried various USB drives on YouTube, but the results aren’t great.
If you have any Arch Linux guides or detailed instructions, that would be incredibly helpful. Thanks in advance!
Adding a drive follows a similar process to editing a file. You must insert the drive into the system and connect it, though that’s not the main focus. The key is modifying the /etc/fstab file. Insert a line like: /dev/sda1 /path/to/storage jfs defaults 0 2. Customize it for your setup. Meaning: replace /dev/sda1 with the drive’s identifier from the kernel, use the full path to the storage location in the Linux hierarchy, and specify the file system (e.g., jfs). Typical options include ext4, jfs, xfs, btrfs, or ntfs if needed for Windows compatibility. Default settings define default permissions and check intervals—0 for no checks, 1 for every boot, 2 for occasional boots. For larger drives, this step may take time. You’ll find detailed guidance in the Linux man pages, available on your machine or online at https://ss64.com/bash/.
this is great thank you! i may quote this again once i get another drive into the system.
You're trying to configure fan control to turn on automatically when the system boots. The link you shared explains how to set up hooks in systemd to manage fan behavior, especially during boot. It might help to understand the concept of systemd hooks and how they interact with configuration files. If you need clarification, let me know!
Before starting the boot process and managing sleep/wake modes, have you attempted to run it to verify functionality? Ensure no errors appear. Next, interact with systemd by checking its status with systemctl, then control its operation: start, stop, enable, or disable as needed. For further guidance on systemd, refer to the official documentation. If issues persist, explore systemd logs via journalctl and adjust configurations accordingly.
Thanks in advance! Yes, it functions well. I keep my temperatures stable, though the PC is a bit louder. A better deal for me. I just need assistance configuring fancontrol to start automatically at boot instead of entering it manually via the command line. I’ll try the commands you provided and observe the results!
This update seems unusual. When you type "fancontrol," it returns an error about a missing or unreadable file. It looks like your AMD GPU is not recognized by pwmconfig, even though it appears in the configuration. After redoing the setup, the same issue persists. The config file was attempting to save to a location called "y," which is unclear.