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I would like to share my experience in upgrading my system to 128 GB RAM over the maximum 64 GB official specifications.
I will use them for setting up a virtual environment for Red Hat certifications like Openstack, and other enterprise Linux technologies.
prime95 large FFTs torture test running for 9 hours, 37 minutes
$ free -m
total used free shared buff/cache available
Mem: 128835 5139 121582 196 2113 122419
Swap: 30719 0 30719
and extract of most important dmidecode sections
# dmidecode 3.2 Getting SMBIOS data from sysfs. SMBIOS 3.2.0 present. Table at 0x000E8D60. Handle 0x0000, DMI type 0, 26 bytes BIOS Information Vendor: American Megatrends Inc. Version: F51 Release Date: 07/29/2020 Address: 0xF0000 Runtime Size: 64 kB ROM Size: 16 MB Characteristics: PCI is supported BIOS is upgradeable BIOS shadowing is allowed Boot from CD is supported Selectable boot is supported BIOS ROM is socketed EDD is supported 5.25"/1.2 MB floppy services are supported (int 13h) 3.5"/720 kB floppy services are supported (int 13h) 3.5"/2.88 MB floppy services are supported (int 13h) Print screen service is supported (int 5h) Serial services are supported (int 14h) Printer services are supported (int 17h) ACPI is supported USB legacy is supported BIOS boot specification is supported Targeted content distribution is supported UEFI is supported BIOS Revision: 5.14 Handle 0x0001, DMI type 1, 27 bytes System Information Manufacturer: Gigabyte Technology Co., Ltd. Product Name: X470 AORUS ULTRA GAMING Version: Default string Serial Number: Default string Wake-up Type: Power Switch SKU Number: Default string Family: X470 MB Handle 0x0009, DMI type 16, 23 bytes Physical Memory Array Location: System Board Or Motherboard Use: System Memory Error Correction Type: None Maximum Capacity: 128 GB Error Information Handle: 0x0008 Number Of Devices: 4 Handle 0x000B, DMI type 19, 31 bytes Memory Array Mapped Address Starting Address: 0x00100000000 Ending Address: 0x0201FFFFFFF Range Size: 127488 MB Physical Array Handle: 0x0009 Partition Width: 4 Handle 0x000F, DMI type 4, 48 bytes Processor Information Socket Designation: AM4 Type: Central Processor Family: Zen Manufacturer: Advanced Micro Devices, Inc.
Signature: Family 23, Model 113, Stepping 0 Flags: FPU (Floating-point unit on-chip) VME (Virtual mode extension) DE (Debugging extension) PSE (Page size extension) TSC (Time stamp counter) MSR (Model specific registers) PAE (Physical address extension) MCE (Machine check exception) CX8 (CMPXCHG8 instruction supported) APIC (On-chip APIC hardware supported) SEP (Fast system call) MTRR (Memory type range registers) PGE (Page global enable) MCA (Machine check architecture) CMOV (Conditional move instruction supported) PAT (Page attribute table) PSE-36 (36-bit page size extension) CLFSH (CLFLUSH instruction supported) MMX (MMX technology supported) FXSR (FXSAVE and FXSTOR instructions supported) SSE (Streaming SIMD extensions) SSE2 (Streaming SIMD extensions 2) HTT (Multi-threading) Version: AMD Ryzen 5 3600 6-Core Processor Voltage: 1.1 V External Clock: 100 MHz Max Speed: 4200 MHz Current Speed: 3600 MHz Status: Populated, Enabled Upgrade: Socket AM4 L1 Cache Handle: 0x000C L2 Cache Handle: 0x000D L3 Cache Handle: 0x000E Serial Number: Unknown Asset Tag: Unknown Part Number: Unknown Core Count: 6 Core Enabled: 6 Thread Count: 12 Characteristics: 64-bit capable Multi-Core Hardware Thread Execute Protection Enhanced Virtualization Power/Performance Control Handle 0x0011, DMI type 17, 84 bytes Memory Device Array Handle: 0x0009 Error Information Handle: 0x0010 Total Width: 64 bits Data Width: 64 bits Size: 32 GB Form Factor: DIMM Set: None Locator: DIMM 0 Bank Locator: P0 CHANNEL A Type: DDR4 Type Detail: Synchronous Unbuffered (Unregistered) Speed: 3200 MT/s Manufacturer: Kingston Asset Tag: Not Specified Part Number: KHX3200C16D4/32GX Rank: 2 Configured Memory Speed: 3200 MT/s Minimum Voltage: 1.
2 V Maximum Voltage: 1.2 V Configured Voltage: 1.2 V Memory Technology: DRAM Memory Operating Mode Capability: Volatile memory Firmware Version: Unknown Module Manufacturer ID: Bank 2, Hex 0x98 Module Product ID: Unknown Memory Subsystem Controller Manufacturer ID: Unknown Memory Subsystem Controller Product ID: Unknown Non-Volatile Size: None Volatile Size: 32 GB Cache Size: None Logical Size: None Handle 0x0012, DMI type 20, 35 bytes Memory Device Mapped Address Starting Address: 0x00000000000 Ending Address: 0x01FFFFFFFFF Range Size: 128 GB Physical Device Handle: 0x0011 Memory Array Mapped Address Handle: 0x000B Partition Row Position: Unknown Interleave Position: Unknown Interleaved Data Depth: Unknown Handle 0x0014, DMI type 17, 84 bytes Memory Device Array Handle: 0x0009 Error Information Handle: 0x0013 Total Width: 64 bits Data Width: 64 bits Size: 32 GB Form Factor: DIMM Set: None Locator: DIMM 1 Bank Locator: P0 CHANNEL A Type: DDR4 Type Detail: Synchronous Unbuffered (Unregistered) Speed: 3200 MT/s Manufacturer: Kingston Asset Tag: Not Specified Part Number: KHX3200C16D4/32GX Rank: 2 Configured Memory Speed: 3200 MT/s Minimum Voltage: 1.
2 V Maximum Voltage: 1.2 V Configured Voltage: 1.2 V Memory Technology: DRAM Memory Operating Mode Capability: Volatile memory Firmware Version: Unknown Module Manufacturer ID: Bank 2, Hex 0x98 Module Product ID: Unknown Memory Subsystem Controller Manufacturer ID: Unknown Memory Subsystem Controller Product ID: Unknown Non-Volatile Size: None Volatile Size: 32 GB Cache Size: None Logical Size: None Handle 0x0015, DMI type 20, 35 bytes Memory Device Mapped Address Starting Address: 0x00000000000 Ending Address: 0x01FFFFFFFFF Range Size: 128 GB Physical Device Handle: 0x0014 Memory Array Mapped Address Handle: 0x000B Partition Row Position: Unknown Interleave Position: Unknown Interleaved Data Depth: Unknown Handle 0x0017, DMI type 17, 84 bytes Memory Device Array Handle: 0x0009 Error Information Handle: 0x0016 Total Width: 64 bits Data Width: 64 bits Size: 32 GB Form Factor: DIMM Set: None Locator: DIMM 0 Bank Locator: P0 CHANNEL B Type: DDR4 Type Detail: Synchronous Unbuffered (Unregistered) Speed: 3200 MT/s Manufacturer: Kingston Asset Tag: Not Specified Part Number: KHX3200C16D4/32GX Rank: 2 Configured Memory Speed: 3200 MT/s Minimum Voltage: 1.
2 V Maximum Voltage: 1.2 V Configured Voltage: 1.2 V Memory Technology: DRAM Memory Operating Mode Capability: Volatile memory Firmware Version: Unknown Module Manufacturer ID: Bank 2, Hex 0x98 Module Product ID: Unknown Memory Subsystem Controller Manufacturer ID: Unknown Memory Subsystem Controller Product ID: Unknown Non-Volatile Size: None Volatile Size: 32 GB Cache Size: None Logical Size: None Handle 0x0018, DMI type 20, 35 bytes Memory Device Mapped Address Starting Address: 0x00000000000 Ending Address: 0x01FFFFFFFFF Range Size: 128 GB Physical Device Handle: 0x0017 Memory Array Mapped Address Handle: 0x000B Partition Row Position: Unknown Interleave Position: Unknown Interleaved Data Depth: Unknown Handle 0x001A, DMI type 17, 84 bytes Memory Device Array Handle: 0x0009 Error Information Handle: 0x0019 Total Width: 64 bits Data Width: 64 bits Size: 32 GB Form Factor: DIMM Set: None Locator: DIMM 1 Bank Locator: P0 CHANNEL B Type: DDR4 Type Detail: Synchronous Unbuffered (Unregistered) Speed: 3200 MT/s Manufacturer: Kingston Asset Tag: Not Specified Part Number: KHX3200C16D4/32GX Rank: 2 Configured Memory Speed: 3200 MT/s Minimum Voltage: 1.
2 V Maximum Voltage: 1.2 V Configured Voltage: 1.2 V Memory Technology: DRAM Memory Operating Mode Capability: Volatile memory Firmware Version: Unknown Module Manufacturer ID: Bank 2, Hex 0x98 Module Product ID: Unknown Memory Subsystem Controller Manufacturer ID: Unknown Memory Subsystem Controller Product ID: Unknown Non-Volatile Size: None Volatile Size: 32 GB Cache Size: None Logical Size: None Handle 0x001B, DMI type 20, 35 bytes Memory Device Mapped Address Starting Address: 0x00000000000 Ending Address: 0x01FFFFFFFFF Range Size: 128 GB Physical Device Handle: 0x001A Memory Array Mapped Address Handle: 0x000B Partition Row Position: Unknown Interleave Position: Unknown Interleaved Data Depth: Unknown
Asus doubles down on X470 and B450 motherboards supporting Zen 3
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We’ve all heard by now the advice to not believe everything you read over the internet, the latest example being a rumor that Asus is opting not to support AMD’s fancy new Ryzen 5000 series processors in its 400 series motherboards.
In a statement issued over the internet, Asus said that is simply not true. So which one should you believe?
Asus, because the idiom ‘straight from the horse’s mouth‘ takes precedence over sage but vague advice. And in no uncertain terms, Asus declared the rumor to be «false information and incorrect,» stating it definitely plans on rolling out BIOS updates to its X470, B450, and B450 II motherboards to support AMD’s upcoming CPUs.
«We’ve seen the recent forum posts about X470 and other 400 series boards not being supported by Asus for 5000 series processors from AMD. This is false information and incorrect,» Asus said in an emailed statement.
«To clarify, Asus will follow AMD’s support plan to release a new BIOS on X470, B450 and B450 II motherboards and all those available in the market at present will also be compatible with that BIOS upgrade. Beta BIOS support, following AMD guidelines and timelines means this will be ready to roll out around Jan 2021,» Asus added.
AMD’s recently announced Ryzen 5000 series is based on the company’s newest generation Zen 3 architecture, which the company claims will deliver a 19 percent IPC (instructions per clock) uplift over Zen 2. Initially, there will be four SKUs: Ryzen 5 5600X (6C/12T, $299), Ryzen 7 5800X (8C/16T, $449), Ryzen 9 5900X (12C/24T, $549), and Ryzen 9 5950X (16C/32T, $799).
Part of the appeal of Zen 3 is that AMD decided to stick with its AM4 socket for one more round. The original plan was to limit support to mostly 500-series motherboards (and a few specific higher-end X470 boards), but following an outcry by the community, AMD changed its guidance.
This matters, because AMD provides the base AGESA code that custom BIOS firmware is built around. By deciding to extend backward compatibility to X470 and B450 motherboards, AMD’s hardware partners were assured they could crank out firmware updates to support the upcoming processors.
As it applies specifically to Asus, confirmation will come at a later date regarding which motherboards will need to be upgraded with a previous generation CPU.
All new Asus B450 II motherboards, however, will have a USB BIOS Flashback feature that will allow the BIOS to be updated with a new CPU installed.
Meanwhile, if you own an X570 or B550 motherboard, BIOS updates supporting Zen 3 are already starting to roll out. Keep in mind that these initial updates are largely focused on supporting the Ryzen 5000 series, while later updates will be better optimized for the new CPUs.
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GIGABYTE X470 AORUS Gaming 7 WIFI: Gaming Motherboard Review
Today I got a review of the top motherboard for true gamers GIGABYTE X470 AORUS Gaming 7 WIFI.
Why did this some kind of fee brought to our portal? Yes, everything is simple — usually we tell all readers that, as a rule, computers do not have a built-in Wi-Fi adapter, and we send them to buy it. Here he is present! Moreover, everything is here.
i.e. Owners of this board do not need to worry about anything at all. Installed, stuck top-end hardware, and you can already conquer the expanses of game worlds. But is everything so simple? Not! This fee was clearly not created for budget pensioners …
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From the threshold, the top motherboard meets us with the top price:
Yes, it would be possible to close already. But something wanted to dig deeper. Let’s see what’s inside?
This is the end of the review. We are not professional reviewers of PC components, our task is to cover everything related to the world of Wi-Fi. It so happened that this is one of the few modern boards with built-in support for wireless networks. So, happy owners, I envy you. Enjoy! And if you have something to add from personal experience, please write a comment below this article.
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5 things you can do to improve the performance of your old PC • Okie Doki
So, you accidentally have an old computer lying around. It still loads and it can surf the internet and download your favorite social network, but recent years have not been too kind to it. You bought it in 2012 and it started to age. It freezes, slows down a lot, does not launch some programs, and constantly crashes. For now, if you’re using it as your primary PC, you might be tempted to throw it away and build a new one. nine0003
No need to throw it away. Here’s how to speed up that old computer.
1. Upgrade to an SSD
This is probably the very first piece of advice that most people will need. The hard drive in your PC is not only slow compared to what an SSD can give you, but it actually got slower over time — after all, it’s been sitting inside your PC for years, and over time it also started to fill up, which also affects to his speed.
So the very first potential upgrade would be getting a brand new SSD. nine0003
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Most likely, your PC does not have an M.2 slot if it is too old (before 2013). However, that doesn’t stop you from looking for SSDs using the same connection method as your hard drive: the good old SATA connector. An SSD will cost you more than a standard hard drive, but it does wonders for speeding up your PC, so why not give it a try while you change components? nine0003
Also, make sure you move everything from the HDD to the SSD. Probably not all, as something was definitely causing problems with your hard drive’s speed.
2. Upgrade Your Processor
It might not be obvious to everyone, but if you’re using an Intel or AMD processor, there’s usually a way to work your way up the processor chain to get something better for your PC and make it work and feel faster.
First of all, check the specific chipset model of your PC. This will give you a rough idea of what chips you can and cannot use in your PC. nine0003
To test this, you can download CPU-Z and install it on your device. From there, open the program and go to the «Mainboard» tab. You should be able to find your motherboard’s chipset listed as southbridge.
Download: CPU-Z for Windows (Free)
Check the CPU compatibility for your chipset from here. We’ve put together a rough guide so you can test it out for yourself, as searching Google can be fairly easy or next to impossible. nine0003
AMD
- X570: Ryzen 5000/4000/3000/2000 (Zen 3, Zen 2, Zen+)
- B550/A520: Ryzen 5000/4000/no G 3000 (Zen 30 9011) X470/B450: Ryzen 5000/4000/3000/2000/1000, Athlon 200GE, 3000G (Zen 3, Zen 2, Zen+, Zen)
- X370/B350: Ryzen 5000/4000/3000/2000/1000, A 9000, Athlon 200GE/3000G/X4 900 (Zen 3, Zen 2, Zen+, Zen, Excavator)
- A320: Ryzen 3000G/2000/1000, A 9000, Athlon 200GE/3000G/X4 900 (Zen+, Zen, Excavator)
Intel
- Z690/H670/B660/H610: 12th Generation Intel Core (Alder Lake)
- Z590/H570/B560/H510/Z490/h570: 11th Generation Intel Core generations (Rocket Lake, Comet Lake)
- B460/h510: 10th generation Intel Core (Comet Lake)
- Z390/Z370/h470/B360/h410: 9th generation Intel Core, 8th generation (Coffee Lake -S, Coffee Lake)
- Z270/h370/B250/Z170/h270/B150/h210: Intel Core 7th Gen, 6th Gen (Kaby Lake, Skylake)
- Z97/H97: Intel Core 5th Gen, 4th Gen (Broadwell, Haswell)
- Z87/H87/B85/H81: Intel Core 4th Gen (Haswell)
If you do, try to find the best chip you can install in your computer on places like eBay.
If, for example, you have a PC with a Pentium processor but with an Intel H81 chipset, there’s a good chance you can remove the Pentium chip and upgrade to a Core i7-4790K on eBay (it will cost you about $40 or more). $50), get proper cooling (because it will get hot) and install it on your computer. nine0003
The list of compatible processors will vary depending on your motherboard, so be sure to research the information before you even try to buy. Also, even if the processor is compatible, make sure you have the latest BIOS update installed, especially if it’s an older motherboard, since support for new processors often comes with BIOS updates. There’s a good chance that if you put a new processor on an old motherboard without a BIOS update, it won’t work. nine0003
A simple CPU upgrade will not, by itself, produce noticeable improvements. However, your computer will run smoother when under load since the new processor you just installed means your computer can now handle more tasks and faster at the same time.
3. Upgrade your RAM
Then, if you feel like your computer is overloaded with tasks, you should consider combining this CPU upgrade with a RAM upgrade. After all, of course, the CPU can do more things, but you don’t have enough RAM to store those things so they can be handed over to the CPU. This brings us to the RAM upgrade. nine0003
First, you need to check how much RAM your PC has. Again, you can check this in CPU-Z. Open CPU-Z and go to the Memory tab. You’ll find the type of RAM listed as Type, as well as a few other statistics about your RAM.
If it’s DDR4 then there should be a lot of choices on the network. DDR3 memory is still on sale, but it can be harder to find — it’s the same with DDR2 memory. In any case, make sure you buy memory with a warranty whenever possible. It may be tempting to buy used memory, but this should be avoided. Also, be sure to check online how much RAM your motherboard supports. While it may have enough slots, some motherboards, especially older ones, are limited to 8GB or 16GB.
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Then, when you have new RAM, install it in your computer. You should feel that your computer is a little less sluggish.
4. Improve ventilation
Sometimes the answer to your PC problems may lie in one often overlooked aspect: cooling. As PCs age, so do their components, and that includes fans.
Disconnect the computer from the network and open it. Spoiler: you will probably find a lot of dust, which also affects the current state of your PC. Check if your PC fans are spinning properly. If it doesn’t, buy a new fan and install it on your computer.
This may also refer to a processor cooling solution. If your CPU is constantly getting hot, it might be worth removing the CPU cooler, re-gluing it, and reinstalling it. If it does not work properly (this can happen with both water and air cooling), you should learn to read the signs and replace it as soon as possible, as this can damage your computer. nine0003
5. Change your operating system
Finally, if you haven’t updated your hardware (or you haven’t, and there aren’t many), there’s only one option left: leave Windows forever.
Yes, it can certainly be tempting to keep using Windows, but if you’re using a relatively new version, such as Windows 10, this can make it slow. So instead, you should check if you can still use your computer with an alternative operating system such as Lubuntu, AntiX, Linux Lite, or Chrome OS Flex. These lightweight Linux distributions are designed with older PCs in mind, and they should work amazing no matter what PC you install them on, thanks to their absurdly low minimum requirements. nine0003
In addition, most of them can install and use most of the programs you currently use. On Linux distributions, you can get by if there are Linux versions of the applications you use. If you have Chrome OS Flex, you have alternatives such as Google Docs available online.
Your PC can be fast again
If you’re not ready to part with your PC, a few tips we’ve just given you can help you change its fate. If you complete them all, you should see improvements quickly, but if not enough, you may need to consider replacing your PC.
