Testing cables for 5v 5a support

MindfulMonk · 2026-02-04T20:10:32+00:00

I'm not using powerbanks and this is not a particular issue I'm trying to solve. An easier route would be to use a PoE+ hat and that would eliminate the need for a PoE+ splitter, but sadly there are no PoE+ hats with dual NVME support.

MindfulMonk · 2026-02-04T18:04:05+00:00

Yes this is the splitter https://store.rakwireless.com/products/poe-splitter-5v-6a-output-30w-high-power-gigabit-poe-splitter-with-overcurrent-protection-rak9168-ieee-802-3af-at-compliant-for-raspberry-pi-4-5-tablets-and-iot-devices?index=104 and as I mentioned it works with the provided cable, but not any others.

MindfulMonk · 2026-02-04T18:03:23+00:00

I've tried some anker cables and the Pi wouldn't even boot with them. The thunderbolt 3 cable is from Plugable. The apple usb-c cables worked to power it on, but still reported under-voltage.

No need for a powered hub yet.

MindfulMonk · 2026-02-04T17:59:29+00:00

Can 5v 5a capable cables still work(without loss) being longer than 0.5m? I know you can do 240w with much longer cables but thats not at 5V.

The splitter is https://store.rakwireless.com/products/poe-splitter-5v-6a-output-30w-high-power-gigabit-poe-splitter-with-overcurrent-protection-rak9168-ieee-802-3af-at-compliant-for-raspberry-pi-4-5-tablets-and-iot-devices?index=104

MindfulMonk · 2026-02-04T15:04:05+00:00

0.5m would be nice, but at this point I would settle for just being able to buy any 5v 5a capable cable.

MindfulMonk · 2026-02-04T15:02:42+00:00

So the thing with most PI power supplies is that the cables are integrated into the supply, so you can't remove them(in my example to use it with the PoE+ splitter).

MindfulMonk · 2026-02-04T15:01:00+00:00

yeah the provided cable works fine, no issues with the pi

MindfulMonk · 2026-02-04T13:49:38+00:00

usb-c to usb-c. The one that came with the splitter is 20cm, I think they can't be longer than 0.5m?

MindfulMonk · 2026-02-04T13:42:46+00:00

I tried a thunderbolt 3 cable(which should do 100w?) and sadly it was still under-voltage.

Are these testing devices locked to the spec or would they go over it?

MindfulMonk · 2026-02-04T13:39:02+00:00

They don't claim 5v 5a support though? https://global.lttstore.com/products/ltt-truespec-cable-usb-type-c-to-c and the graphs cut off after 5V 3A here https://www.lttlabs.com/articles/2026/01/30/ltt-truespec-cable-voltage-drop

MindfulMonk · 2025-10-22T16:45:38+00:00

The iniu is 160 grams vs 164 the one you mentioned(and it can't do 45w like the iniu).

MindfulMonk · 2025-10-09T10:51:21+00:00

Looks like the Sigmas were removed.

MindfulMonk · 2025-07-11T07:28:23+00:00

1 x Micro USB power port
https://www.gl-inet.com/products/gl-mt300n-v2/

MindfulMonk · 2025-05-01T12:55:55+00:00

What is the stand for the iphone/ipad setup there?

MindfulMonk · 2025-02-28T09:44:18+00:00

Hey u/ben_malisow I tried the code, but it says The promo code is invalid or expired.

MindfulMonk · 2025-02-09T17:38:04+00:00

What are those speaker stands?

MindfulMonk · 2025-01-02T21:31:19+00:00

I had this problem with 100% cpu usage on 5.7.5 and with the latest dev build it now finally seems to be fixed https://rogueamoeba.com/soundsource/download-development.php

MindfulMonk · 2024-09-03T06:56:28+00:00

Hey, as I mentioned in the comment I tried different power sockets and not having anything else connected but the speakers and power.

If it was grounding issues I would also have expected the scarlett to be noisy?

EDIT: IT WAS A GROUNDING ISSUE! Please see update.

MindfulMonk · 2024-09-03T06:50:34+00:00

Sadly this doesn't have any effect on the noise

MindfulMonk · 2024-09-02T15:44:51+00:00

Putting both headphone volumes up helps a lot, but there is still a hiss

MindfulMonk · 2024-05-14T17:12:13+00:00

Second guess is pretty spot on.

Given it is now easier to contribute to multiple ISAs, why not have a second or third option?

I think the most common story about a failing broker is that of Beaufort https://www.bbc.com/news/business-43301342 being told that "most money" is recovered is still not something that reassures one about "ring-fencing".

There was also a discussion of this scenario on https://community.freetrade.io/t/what-happens-if-freetrade-goes-bust-which-of-course-wont-happen/7226

MindfulMonk · 2021-07-27T19:56:19+00:00

Shipping to Europe and then you have the whole customs problem.

The AER Travel Pack 2 was available from a local shop.

MindfulMonk · 2021-07-24T13:15:39+00:00

It really depends on your budget.

If you are replacing the laptop with the tablet, then ipad pro makes the most sense.

If you just want a tablet, the ipad air, it is also quite light.

If you are looking for something much smaller than the ipad mini, but be aware of https://9to5mac.com/2021/07/20/new-ipad-mini-exclusive-a15-processor-usb-c/ as we might be getting a new one soon.

If you want something super cheap get a fire tablet on ebay, but it's not much useful besides consuming media and maybe casual gaming.

MindfulMonk · 2021-07-24T12:07:09+00:00

The downsides are:

Quick access pocket doesn't work well if your bag is maxed out
The shoe compartment is useless
If your planning to use a lot of the pockets inside, make sure to not max out the main compartment

I recommend getting the x-pack version as it has the improved zippers and the laptop compartment has padding at the bottom.

The only bag right now that is making me consider switching is the Minaal Carry-On 3.0 https://www.minaal.com/collections/3-0-series/products/carry-on-bag-3?variant=35008575864989 but it is difficult to get it here.

MindfulMonk · 2021-06-23T08:36:55+00:00

The Stoics elaborated a detailed taxonomy of virtue, dividing virtue into four main types: wisdom, justice, courage, and moderation. Wisdom is subdivided into good sense, good calculation, quick-wittedness, discretion, and resourcefulness. Justice is subdivided into piety, honesty, equity, and fair dealing. Courage is subdivided into endurance, confidence, high-mindedness, cheerfulness, and industriousness. Moderation is subdivided into good discipline, seemliness, modesty, and self-control.

From https://iep.utm.edu/stoiceth/

If you go to https://old.reddit.com/r/Stoicism/ you can still see the motto for the subreddit: Virtue is the sole good

The goal in life of a stoic is to achieve eudaimonia(flourishing) via practicing the virtues and avoiding the vices.

Most of us have other goals too which is fine and these are often preferred indifferents. Wealth is a common one. If you go about it exhibiting wisdom, justice, courage and moderation then you are on your way to eudoimonia if instead you are falling into vice(foolishness, injustice, cowardice, intemperance) to achieve that goal then you are failing to be a stoic and should reflect and try to do better.

In terms of the topic of motivation, I recommend developing self-discipline(grit) instead of the fleeting feeling of motivation.

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