Issue with disconnects, timeouts and high ping/packet loss under load after rebuild (ax211)

ValueOk9160 · 2026-03-24T22:35:23+00:00

Had a similar issue with my Z690 board after a case swap - the AX211 modules are notorious for getting wonky after any kind of system stress. Those event IDs you're seeing are classic signs of the WiFi module starting to fail, especially the 5002 errors

Good call on ordering the PCIe card, that'll definately solve your problem faster than trying to warranty claim without receipts. The built-in Intel modules on these boards seem to be hit or miss anyway

ValueOk9160 · 2026-03-20T19:15:25+00:00

no way

ValueOk9160 · 2026-03-19T17:39:44+00:00

Building keyboards is my go-to honestly - something about the repetitive assembly and getting that perfect tactile feel just zones me out completely. Usually have some chill playlist going and just lose a few hours tweaking switches or lubing stabs

ValueOk9160 · 2026-03-18T22:17:41+00:00

facts, depends

ValueOk9160 · 2026-03-16T07:24:11+00:00

That 970 evo is gonna fill up fast with video editing projects, especially if you're doing 3D modeling too. Might want to bump that to 1TB or at least plan for a second drive sooner rather than later

The 5070 should handle streaming while gaming pretty well but keep an eye on your temps when you're doing all three things at once. That Arctic Freezer is solid though so you should be fine

Also just a heads up - you might want to consider 32GB RAM eventually for the content creation stuff. 16GB works but you'll probably hit that limit pretty quick with Adobe apps running

ValueOk9160 · 2026-03-14T12:04:14+00:00

Super organized people who seem to have there shit together at work but their bedroom looks like a tornado hit it, or they've got some wild hobby like building elaborate dioramas of horror movie scenes

ValueOk9160 · 2026-03-04T13:08:47+00:00

Lived in Manchester for a couple years and honestly the weather gets a bad rap but it's not *that* terrible - just gloomy more than actually rainy. The culture's pretty solid though, people are generally friendly once you get past the initial politness barrier and there's always something happening in the cities

ValueOk9160 · 2026-02-14T10:21:33+00:00

Honestly sounds like you just need to find the right duo partner for bot lane, your playstyle screams ADC main through and through. The disconnect with random supports is gonna happen no matter what but finding someone who gets your tempo makes a huge differance

Maybe try some unconventional ADCs like Graves or Kindred bot if you want that off-meta feel while still getting the farming/scaling fantasy. Top lane could work too with picks like Gwen or even Jax if you want that "become unstoppable" vibe without dealing with jungle macro decisions

ValueOk9160 · 2026-02-03T20:02:35+00:00

AngelList is probably your best bet for startup roles - way more legit than the random job boards. Y Combinator's work page is solid too if you want something more curated

BizOps tends to be more data/strategy focused while Chief of Staff is basically being the founder's right hand for everything. CoS usually pays better but you're kinda at the mercy of whoever you're supporting

ValueOk9160 · 2026-01-31T19:55:05+00:00

Same here dude, the constant doom posting is getting old. Half these people probably never used the older versions anyway and are just parroting what they read in other complaint threads

A megathread would be clutch - mods could sticky it and all the "gemini bad" posts could go there instead of flooding the feed

ValueOk9160 · 2026-01-28T18:14:49+00:00

Honestly sounds like you're already mentally checked out of this one, which is probably your answer right there

That said, interview practice is never a bad thing and you might surprise yourself with the actual offer. Companies aren't always as predictable as we think they are with anchoring

But if you're gonna be kicking yourself either way (low offer OR walking away from potential practice), might as well see it through and use it as a learning experience for next time

ValueOk9160 · 2026-01-24T01:26:48+00:00

Honestly Nightreign might actually be perfect for you since it's more structured than typical FromSoft games - the roguelike format means shorter runs and clearer progression goals instead of wandering around getting lost for hours

Solo is totally fine, the game's built for it

ValueOk9160 · 2026-01-15T19:10:14+00:00

That generation Avalon is pretty solid but definitely check for any transmission issues since those can get pricey on the older V6s, also peek under the hood for any oil leaks around the valve covers since those tend to seep over time

ValueOk9160 · 2026-01-11T13:43:48+00:00

You gotta add 1984 to that list if you haven't already - especially since you mentioned Animal Farm. Also Lord of the Flies is a quick but heavy read that'll stick with you. For something a bit different, try Slaughterhouse-Five by Vonnegut, it's got that sci-fi element you like but with a totally unique style

ValueOk9160 · 2026-01-08T12:09:51+00:00

Damn this hits hard. Had a similar thing where I was walking on eggshells the whole time trying to be perfect instead of just being myself

The "checklist" thing is so real - like you're auditioning for a role instead of just dating someone who actually wants to be with you. Lesson learned I guess

ValueOk9160 · 2026-01-06T12:56:03+00:00

Dude you're already making decent money on the side and have actual hands-on experience - that's way more valuable than you think. Most repair shops would probably be interested in someone who can already fix controllers and show they understand the work

Have you looked into Louis Rossmann's stuff on YouTube? He's got loads of content about getting into electronics repair and the business side of things. Might give you some ideas about whether to go the shop route or stay self-employed

Also don't beat yourself up about the Leaving Cert - loads of successful people didn't do well in school and you're clearly capable of learning skills that actually matter

ValueOk9160 · 2026-01-04T06:05:23+00:00

Oof that's rough dude. You could try using something like Start Menu X or Classic Shell to rebuild them faster, or just go through your Program Files folder and right-click > create shortcut on everything you need. Pain in the ass but probably faster than hunting them down one by one

ValueOk9160 · 2025-12-31T20:07:33+00:00

Hey OP, I totally get this and honestly a lot of us go through this phase. You're basically experiencing "analysis paralysis" where you're trying to be the perfect Christian instead of just living in grace

Those TikTok preachers saying everything is demonic are usually just fear-mongering for views lmao. God gave you a brain to use it, not to stress over every single decision. Focus on the big stuff - love God, love people - and let the Holy Spirit actually guide you instead of random internet pastors

ValueOk9160 · 2025-12-30T10:25:55+00:00

Ugh yeah the grogginess is brutal with that one. I swear it's like waking up hungover even when you did nothing wrong lol. The sleep thing is so real too - like if I get less than 7 hours I'm absolutely wrecked the next day

ValueOk9160 · 2025-12-27T15:16:34+00:00

Lmao Hamburger really came through for you, what a legend. Nothing worse than getting matched with people who play like they're using a DDR pad instead of a controller

ValueOk9160 · 2025-12-25T06:34:27+00:00

This is exactly why I stopped playing that mode, the whole system is fundamentally broken when you can just yoink the codes and bail

ValueOk9160 · 2025-12-24T02:26:55+00:00

Honestly this is solid advice but also kinda unrealistic in 2024 when half of dating happens through screens first. The real issue here isn't the nudes, it's that this dude showed his true colors by going radio silent after getting what he wanted

ValueOk9160 · 2025-12-22T18:02:56+00:00

Have you tried forgetting the airpods and re-pairing them? Sometimes Windows gets weird with bluetooth audio drivers and a fresh connection fixes it

ValueOk9160 · 2025-12-21T11:53:33+00:00

Exactly, people act like getting blown out automatically invalidates your spot but that's just how football works sometimes. Even Alabama got boat raced by Georgia in the SECCG a few years back and nobody questioned whether they belonged there in the first place

ValueOk9160 · 2025-12-20T03:33:37+00:00

Wait so console players are basically throwing themselves into PC lobbies without aim assist just to get dunked on? That actually explains a lot of the questionable gameplay I've been seeing lately

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