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ONE HUNDRED GIGABIT - MiktroTik CRS504-4XQ-I9

To try everything Brilliant has to offer—free—for a full 30 days, visit http://brilliant.org/CraftComputing/ - Plus the first 200 of you will get 20% off Brilliant’s annual premium subscription!As my storage needs grow, so too does the need for speed. And thanks to MikroTik, I'm well equipped to give my home network a substantial boost. In this video I install two 100gb MiktroTik switches, run all new fiber lines, and ensure my new network cards can handle the torrential flood of bits. My server rack has never been faster, and it'...

BRAND NEW RX 580 for Under $100???

Thanks to Athletic Greens for sponsoring today's video. Get started today at http://www.athleticgreens.com/craftcomputingMainstream GPU makers seem to have abandoned the budget space altogether, with almost every new card worth buying being $350 and up. But there are some NEW GPUs showing up on AliExpress, with the RX 580 being just $87. Do they work, is there a catch, and should you pick up one of these for your next build?But first... What am I drinking???Today's cocktail is a Bramble, with a bit of an Oregon flair. 1.5oz Aviation Gin...

But Can it Run Linux - Erying i9-11900H pt. 2

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Chinese X79 Motherboard To The Rescue (Again)!

"Was I a good CPU?" The AMD FX-8350, the budget king of CPUs back in 2012, has not aged well over the last 11 years. But don't throw out that old gaming rig just yet! If you've got working storage, memory and a power supply, you can rebuild it faster than ever before. With a Chinese X79 Motherboard and Xeon CPU of course!But first... What am I drinking???The Rogue Dead Guy Ale is a staple of craft beer drinkers the world over, and now it comes in IPA form! The Rogue Dead Guy IPA clocks in at 7.0%, and might just be the best beer...

The FASTEST Chinese Motherboard Yet! - Erying mATX i9-11900H Review

To try everything Brilliant has to offer—free—for a full 30 days, visit http://brilliant.org/CraftComputing/ - Plus the first 200 of you will get 20% off Brilliant’s annual premium subscription!I'm no stranger to Chinese Motherboards, be they X79, X99, or even the odd XBOX One S variant that popped up a couple years ago. But this latest board from Erying left me absolutely speechless in the BEST WAY POSSIBLE!But first... What am I drinking???The only thing better than today's Chinese Motherboard with the beer I opened to go with i...

Retro Looks, Modern Feel - Epomaker RT100 Keyboard Review

Thanks to Linode for sponsoring today's video. Get a $100, 60-Day credit just for signing up at https://linode.com/CraftComputing, and start hosting your servers in the cloud!I'm a sucker for a keyboard with a screen, but we haven't had much luck... until now! Thanks to the Epomaker RT100, a retro-modern mechanical keyboard equipped with RGB, hot swappable mechanical switches, a tactile media control knob , and best of all, a 1.33 inch mini smart screen. You can't play doom on it... yet. But it's an attractive and convenient...

Insane Performance - OneXPlayer 2 Review

The Steam Deck lives as the de facto king of handheld gaming PCs. It's low cost to performance ratio means even the most economic of gamers can get their hands on one. But for those waiting for peak handheld performance comes the OneXPlayer 2, an all new breed of handheld gaming console. It's 8.4" display is powered by AMDs Ryzen 7 6800U, and a Radeon 680m, making it the new handheld performance king. But should you make it your next handheld gaming console?But First... What am I drinking?A delicious Bourbon Barrel Biggie S'more...

Use Your Face in AI Images - Self-Hosted Stable Diffusion Tutorial

Thanks to Ekster Wallets for sponsoring today's video. Head over to https://shop.ekster.com/CraftComputing, or use Promo Code: Craft, and get 35% Off your next order!How do you make your own AI Generated Images? And how do you train Stable Diffusion to use your face? Today, I'm going to show you how to install and run your own AI Image Generation Server, and teach it who you are.But first... What am I drinking???From Barsidious Brewing, it's the BLACK Stout Ale. For an 8% stout, this hits WAY above it class in body and flavor. Highl...

AI Generated Art and the Artists who make it possible.

Thanks to Thermaltake for sponsoring today's video! Check out the Thermaltake Core P3 Pro and bring out the modder in you. https://amzn.to/3XJ15gVFor years, I've been reviewing Enterprise GPUs and Servers for their use in homelabs, and even sometimes for gaming. But Machine Learning and AI is the modern application for all that power. Consumers and Corporations alike are benefiting off the technology, but Artists are the ones who make Image Generation possible, and they haven't been compensated for their contributions... more often ...

Double Trouble - Jginyue B660i Build Fail

Thanks to Ekster Wallets for sponsoring today's video. Head over to https://ekster.com/CraftComputing, or use Promo Code: Craft, and get 35% Off your next order!I am no stranger to Chinese Motherboards, as I've reviewed what feels like dozens of them over the years. Most end with at least decent results, with a few duds here and there.... but I've never gone 0/2. Today, I'm taking a look at the Jginyue X99i and Jginyue B660i Motherboards, a pair of unique ITX platforms with potentially deal-breaking issues.But first... What am I...

THIS GPU IS A SCAM! - 51RISC RTX 3070 TiM Review

Thanks to Thermaltake for sponsoring today's video! Check out the Thermaltake Core P3 Pro and bring out the modder in you. https://amzn.to/3XJ15gVI'm no stranger to buying sketchy hardware from AliExpress or WISH.com, and the 51RISC RTX 3070 TiM is definitely an intriguing card at $330. Not only did this not perform up to my expectations... it didn't perform at all, and it tried to load malware on my PC. AVOID AT ALL COSTS!But first... What am I drinking???Uh-oh... the scotch is back out. This time it's Johnnie Walker Double Bla...

Long Live Used Xeons!

Many popular reviews will have you believe that Xeon CPUs have outlived their usefulness, that they can't keep up with other budget options for a competitively priced gaming PC build. But what if the answer wasn't so clear cut? Here we pit an Intel Xeon 2667 v4 against an AMD Ryzen 3700x in a battle of the budget builds. And these benchmarks will surprise you.But first what am I drinking!? .... It's Massive Political Corruption. A pre-prohibition era Amber Ale from Blue Island Beer Company. It's a surprisingly crisp and tasty Am...

Epic DIY Two-Player Battlestation

Thanks to Upcycle Computer Works for sponsoring today's video. Follow the link below to check out their online store. Use promo code "CraftyNewYear" to get 10% off until Valentines day - http://bit.ly/3w2xvHCWhat's the point of a powerful cloud gaming server if it's difficult to access? That's why I built this customized, DIY battlestation with USB-C docks, so friends and family had a place to easily plug in and play games or work. One trip to Ikea, and five days of filming later, and we have a great looking desk in my l...

Never Pay For IPMI Again - BliKVM Review

Thanks to signNow for sponsoring today's video! Follow the link to learn more! http://bit.ly/3X1c19hEver wanted to easily access and control your server remotely, but tired of outdated IPMI? While there are lots of free and open source options, sometimes you need a little extra juice, which is where the BliKVM comes in! Upgrade your server rack with this Raspberry Pi Compute Module powered gadget.Grab yourself a Pint Glass or Hoodie at https://craftcomputing.storeFollow me on Twitter @CraftComputingSupport me on Patreon or Floatplane and ge...

This Beer was $100! Thanks Yeyian!

Thanks to Yeyian for sponsoring today's video!Check out the products from today's video!Yari II X13-02, MSRP $2,399 https://amzn.to/3jnu0IlGaming Curved Monitor 27 Sigurd Series 3001, MSRP $249.99 https://amzn.to/3BVox21Cardioid Streaming Microphone Kit Agile NL, Black, MSRP $89.99 https://amzn.to/3hCNIjaGaming Headset Proud Series 3500 Black, MSRP $39.99 https://amzn.to/3WjYb1SGaming Mouse RGB Links 3000, Black, MSRP $29.99 https://amzn.to/3PISAj8Gaming Webcam Widok https://amzn.to/3BSDL84But more importantly, what am I drinking!It&#39...

16TB SSD NAS For Under $1200!

This video is brought to you by Manscaped! Get 20% off + free international shipping @manscaped with code CRAFT at http://manscaped.com/craftcomputingThe Wiwynn Lyra SV315 1U server returns from certain eWaste, this time in the form of a 16tb TrueNAS powered monster! This dual Xeon server didn't live up to expectations a year ago, but how will my server rack like it today?But first!... What am I drinking?It's the End All Be All limited series coffee oatmeal stout. From McKenzie Brewing. It's the perfect breakfast substitute at 6.5% ...

A Fully Modular PC Case You Build Yourself

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Gaming on Linux using ZorinOS

Join my Discord server by becoming a Patron. Get behind-the-scenes access and previews of upcoming projects, ask questions, and access exclusive merch drops. https://www.patreon.com/CraftComputingGaming on Linux has been revolutionized over the last number of years thanks in no small part to Valve and their Proton project. But there's one feature I've been wanting since it's announcement back in 2019... installing and launching Windows applications without the need of a special launcher. ZorinOS has been working on this exact featur...

Fixing My Problems With Lasers - Custom Motherboard Storage Solution

Storage is a big problem for hardware reviewers, and I'm not just talking about my server rack. Parts have a way of piling up on you, so I've been working on a custom solution to easily store, view, and access all my hardware, starting with motherboards. And when you have a 24 watt laser cutter, everything becomes a laser cutter problem...But FIRST... What am I drinking?Nothing.... No beer today... SAD.Check out some of today's featured items:24 Watt Diode Laser: https://amzn.to/3XMgWMvGrab yourself a Pint Glass or Hoodie at https:/...

I ran a Linux Gaming PC at PDXLan... It didn't suck!

Thanks to Lexar for Sponsoring today's video. Grab yourself a Lexar NM800Pro and supercharge YOUR PC: bit.ly/3EUTfKHCheck out the Lexar Black Friday Sale, Starting NOW: https://amzn.to/3AFg825LAN parties are like drag races... it's all about the preparation, as any number of things can prevent you from participating. So why would I run Linux on a Gaming PC with no backup plan? Whether its SteamOS, or in this case, Pop_OS! with Steam and Proton, I felt strongly enough about Linux being a viable gaming option, I decided to make it my ONLY...

All Intel ITX Gaming PC

Get 20% off + free international shipping @manscaped with code CRAFT at http://manscaped.com/craftcomputingThanks Microcenter for supporting today's build!$25 Off ALL Processors: https://micro.center/uq9Shop Intel A770 Graphics Card: https://micro.center/7lcCheck out Micro Center’s PC Builder: https://micro.center/w41Submit your build to Micro Center’s Build Showcase: https://micro.center/mltMicro Center’s Black Friday Deals: https://micro.center/53hPDXLAN is here and what better time to try out the new Intel 13600k and Intel ARC A770...

Tiny Emulation Juggernaut - MinisForum UM580 SFF PC Review

Thanks to my amazing fans and patrons for your continued support. Without you all, this job would be a lot less fun, let alone possible! Consider joining if you haven't already! https://www.patreon.com/CraftComputingMini PCs are always welcome in my studio. They are discreet, quiet, and useful for a whole host of scenarios, from humble home media servers, to living room emulation stations, and even clutter free office solutions. The MinisForum UM580 could use a bit more power. But even without modern, 1080p gaming chops, this thing slays em...

Craft Computing Water Bottle Announcement

Fill out your pre-order form here!https://bit.ly/3FVBwUdIf you have any questions, please reach out or leave a comment here on this video!Thanks for all your support!Grab yourself a Pint Glass or Hoodie at https://craftcomputing.storeFollow me on Twitter @CraftComputingSupport me on Patreon or Floatplane and get access to my exclusive Discord server. Chat with myself and the other hosts on Talking Heads all week long.https://www.patreon.com/CraftComputinghttps://www.floatplane.com/channel/CraftComputing

Why am I NOT happy with the FASTEST consumer CPU ever? - Intel i9 13900K Workstation Upgrade

Get 20% off + free international shipping @manscaped with code CRAFT at http://manscaped.com/craftcomputingThanks to Microcenter for supporting today's build:$25 Off ALL Processors: https://micro.center/lyqShop MSI Z790 Tomahawk ATX Motherboard: https://micro.center/2utCheck out Micro Center’s PC Builder: https://micro.center/e44Submit your build to Micro Center’s Build Showcase: https://micro.center/8enMicro Center’s Black Friday Deals: https://micro.center/mc1The Intel i9 13900K is the FASTEST consumer CPU ever released. Even compar...

Cloud Gaming on Ampere! nVidia RTX A16 Review

Thanks to Linode for sponsoring today's video. Get a $100, 60-Day credit just for signing up at https://linode.com/CraftComputing, and start hosting your servers in the cloud!It's finally happening... We're taking Cloud Gaming Servers into the modern era, starting with the nVidia RTX A16. This single card has FOUR GA107 GPU DIEs onboard, each with 16GB of GDDRX-ECC memory, for a total of 64GB in a 2-Slot GPU.But first... What am I drinking???From StarTrekWines.com, it's a bottle of Kanar. Made famous on Deep Space Nine, Kanar is...

UFDTech - Cannonball for the Cure!

Brett from UFDTech just did his annual Cannonball for the Cure to raise money for SynGAP research. As part of the campaign, he's reached out to dozens of creators, asking them "What was a piece of technology that changed the course of your life?". My answer might be a bit cliche, but it's absolutely why I chose my career path, and why I'm able to do what I do today.He's still streaming for the next couple hours. Go check out the live stream, and donate if you're able to!https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rK8CRsiKpdkhttp...

Cloud Gaming Server... More than just for Gaming?

Support me on Patreon and get access to my exclusive Discord server. Chat with myself and the other hosts on Talking Heads all week long.https://www.patreon.com/CraftComputingI have spent literally YEARS on this channel working on making Cloud Gaming Servers accessible not only for myself, but for those who might be able to use the technology. But why have I only focused on Gaming? Are there other use cases where technology like Remote GPU Acceleration or Headless Workstations could come into play?Of course there is. And it's called Virtual...

What is the nVidia Tesla P4? - Cloud Gaming Server Part 17

Thanks to Thermaltake for sponsoring today's video. Check out the Tower 500 here: https://amzn.to/3BGCyROnVidia always touted a MASSIVE performance boost between Maxwell and Pascal GPUs, but never has it been so apparent as between the Tesla M40 and the Tesla P4. But just how different is it? To find out, I pitted them against each other inside my cloud gaming server and took to the streets of Los Santos in GTA5.But first... What am I drinking???From Treehouse Brewing, it's the Emperor Julius, an 8.8% East Coast IPA, and just like it so...

Never Flash a USB Drive Again - IODD ST400

Head to https://squarespace.com/craftcomputing to get 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code "craftcomputing"Every IT field technician knows the pain of weighing down your pockets with bootable USB drives only to find out you don't have what you need. Never be caught with the wrong boot image again, thanks to the IODD ST400, a secure, encrypted enclosure that acts as a bootable virtual ODD and SSD that can replace an entire pocket full of bootable USB sticks.BUT FIRST.... What am I drinking?Coffee.... just cof...

THIS PC IS CURSED! - HPE Z6 G4 and Xeon 8251C!

Thanks to Linode for sponsoring today's video. Get yourself a $100 60-Day credit just for signing up for a new account at https://linode.com/craftcomputingWhat do you get when you buy a barebone HPE Z6 G4 Workstation, an undocumented Intel Xeon Platinum 8251C, and 192GB of HPE-branded DDR4 REG-ECC. In my case, it was just a box I could toss money into. I should have bought a boat...But first... What am I drinking??? I can't remember, but it was a lot.*Links to items below may be affiliate links for which I may be compensated*Want some o...