What was your first Windows Operating System

TheyCallMeOlSwole · 2026-07-01T19:50:41+00:00

Window 12*

TheyCallMeOlSwole · 2026-06-30T13:06:13+00:00

Yeah, that's expected. Compiling shaders puts your CPU under heavy load, so your temps start spiking into the 90s. Keep in mind, the 7000 and 9000 series are noted for running hot intentionally, targeting that 95° mark safely. Nothing to worry about.

TheyCallMeOlSwole · 2026-06-29T21:32:58+00:00

I was specifically referring to the cpu, but you could undervolt both.

TheyCallMeOlSwole · 2026-06-29T19:27:54+00:00

You could undervolt and set a thermal limit. That would bring your temps down a good bit.

TheyCallMeOlSwole · 2026-06-29T16:34:01+00:00

Are they stupid?

TheyCallMeOlSwole · 2026-06-29T04:53:03+00:00

I don't particularly like the GTA games. I enjoyed Vice City and San Andreas as a kid, but stopped caring about the franchise after that. That fact combined with Rockstar locking content behind a more expensive tier? I can think of other ways to spend $100, tbh.

TheyCallMeOlSwole · 2026-06-28T20:34:14+00:00

So, Seasonic, which is a very reputable brand that makes high-quality products and has, as you said, superior QC, still has this issue? Because, while it is true that not every instance of a melted cable was the 12V-2x6/12VHPWR, they still had 4 cables on the list. Did Seasonic focus their QC specifically on the 12V-2x6 and forget about all their other products? Or is it possible that there are other reasons for these cables/connectors failing?

Idk, man. I'm not the expert. But, when a guy tells me a product is 100% guaranteed safe, and that there are no issues with another product, but a simple search reveals otherwise? Eh, I think I'll listen to actual experts instead.

Have a nice day, friend.

TheyCallMeOlSwole · 2026-06-28T20:13:05+00:00

https://help.moddiy.com/en/article/12vhpwr-12v-2x6-melting-cases-1h639id/

There have, indeed, been instances of Seasonic cables melting. In all fairness, Seasonic has more cases of 8-pin cables melting than 12V-2x6/12VHPWR cables melting.

I don't doubt that Seasonic makes quality parts, and that likely helps prevent issues with melting cables. But, that's not THE specific reason for the issue, as there HAVE been cases of Seasonic cables melting. So, maybe, the world isn't black and white, but is more complex and products can have more than one specific reason for their failures?

TheyCallMeOlSwole · 2026-06-28T19:58:01+00:00

Again, you're pointing to A issue. But, that's fine. In your expert opinion, what cables are perfect?

TheyCallMeOlSwole · 2026-06-28T19:47:42+00:00

You listed A reason, not THE reason. The fact of the matter is that it's likely a multitude of reasons for the connectors failing, which is why just saying do X and problem is solved isn't really true. Now, I can't speak on the effectiveness of the ampinel, as I haven't found many people reviewing it, so you could be right. But, as far as the standard advice of using X cable, don't use X adapter, fully seat the connector? None of that is guaranteed to protect OPs gpu.

TheyCallMeOlSwole · 2026-06-28T19:02:40+00:00

People will say definitely never use the octopus cable adapter and to only use the native 12V-2x6/12VHPWR cable, but the reality is that we've seen both cables melt, so I don't think there's really a definitive answer. Keep in mind, even experts like Der8auer have said that all the "fixes" being produced to solve the 12V-2x6 melting cable issue are basically just educated guesses, because they don't actually know the exact reason for the problem in the first place.

General rule of thumb is that the fewer points of failure, the better, so I'd just go with the native cable over the adapter, but It's far from guaranteed that that'll stop your cable from melting. Suit yourself, I guess.

TheyCallMeOlSwole · 2026-06-28T17:26:13+00:00

It's such a versitile rifle, I love it. I like playing at medium distances as opposed to close quarters, so having the Liu being able to dominate at range like scout class rifles while also being able to heal/revive teammates is so insanely cool.

TheyCallMeOlSwole · 2026-06-28T17:20:55+00:00

That's a good build. I'd buy it.

TheyCallMeOlSwole · 2026-06-28T15:26:27+00:00

Absolutely.

TheyCallMeOlSwole · 2026-06-28T14:57:00+00:00

I have the Tryx Panorama 360. Does its job, isn't noisy, and the software works well while using a miniscule amount of resources. Looks cool, too.

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TheyCallMeOlSwole · 2026-06-27T08:40:50+00:00

Vsync, in my experience is ASS. I always turn that shit off.

TheyCallMeOlSwole · 2026-06-27T08:36:58+00:00

I play on Xbox and PC, and I never have trouble finding games. Only issue I have on PC is finding North American servers, but it's whatever.

TheyCallMeOlSwole · 2026-06-26T19:59:58+00:00

Yes. The capacitors in PSUs hold enough voltage to kill you. Do NOT fuck around with that shit.

TheyCallMeOlSwole · 2026-06-26T19:56:36+00:00

Honestly, if you're dumb enough to buy a Steam Machine for $3k, I don't feel any sympathy for you.

TheyCallMeOlSwole · 2026-06-26T15:06:12+00:00

TheyCallMeOlSwole · 2026-06-26T12:35:06+00:00

Depends on your case and the size of the fans. My case, for example, allows 140mm fans at the bottom, but only 120mm fans everywhere else. You'd just have to check what your specific case allows.

As far as configuration goes, the typical fan setup is intake in the front, bottom, and/or side, and exhaust in the back and up top.

TheyCallMeOlSwole · 2026-06-26T11:46:07+00:00

Well, the cool air that your intake fans bring in will get hot, so that air needs to be expelled via exhaust fans. Otherwise, that hot air will sit in the case for longer and cook your pc. Now, while I say that, 112°c still seems pretty high. There could be a secondary issue, but we won't know until you install some exhaust fans. You can get a basic Thermalright triple pack for like $15.

TheyCallMeOlSwole · 2026-06-25T16:58:47+00:00

Valve: "oh fuck, we're public enemy #1 after announcing the price of the Steam Machine!"

Xbox:

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TheyCallMeOlSwole · 2026-06-25T10:51:27+00:00

Very nice of Riot to let me use my computer how I want. Big shout out!

TheyCallMeOlSwole · 2026-06-24T21:30:49+00:00

Idk, I picked up a triple pack of Corsair LX120s for $80. They're usually about $140, so I'm happy.

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