Category: Installation

I once tightened my CPU cooler too much and ended up cracking the motherboard—an expensive mistake! After that, I learned it’s best to tighten it snugly but not forcefully. A…

I recently encountered an issue with AdoptOpenJDK 11.24 where the CPU usage was pegged at 100% due to PrintStream. This high CPU load caused performance issues during my development process.…

Figuring out how to measure my CPU fan size was simpler than I expected! I measured from one screw hole to the opposite hole, which gave me the fan’s diameter…

When I needed to replace my CPU fan, I quickly learned how crucial it is to measure it accurately. Using a simple ruler, I measured the distance between the mounting…

When I built my latest PC, I wasn’t sure if I needed both CPU power cables connected. After some research and testing, I learned that while most setups work fine…

Wondering if a CPU can run without thermal paste? I once tried it out of curiosity, and my CPU temps soared within minutes, forcing a shutdown to avoid damage. Lesson…

I recently faced the challenge of flashing my BIOS with the CPU installed, and I was pleasantly surprised by the results! Contrary to what I thought, the process was straightforward…

Splitting an 8-pin CPU connector seemed tricky at first, but it was actually pretty simple once I knew where to start! Just grab each 4-pin half and carefully separate them—it’s…