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    Question How to add the original standoff to Cooler Master Q300L V2 Case

    The original standoff of the Cooler Master Q300L V2 Case came off (see https://photos.app.goo.gl/7QC2kbLtZ3wXxwPr7 ). What is its size? Which tool can I use to add it back to the case?
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    Question Motherboard only recognizes one DDR5 RAM stick at POST ?

    I tried a new DDR5 RAM. The computer boots successfully with the same result. Only one DDR5 RAM is recognized at the A2 slot. The other DDR5 RAM is not recognized at the B2 slot.
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    Question Motherboard only recognizes one DDR5 RAM stick at POST ?

    I updated bios to latest version 3.20. Only one DDR5 RAM is recognized at the A2 slot. The other DDR5 RAM is not recognized at the B2 slot. It prevents the POST screen from appearing, i.e. only a blank screen appear, at the A1 or B1 slot. I ordered a new DDR5 RAM. I installed linux successfully...
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    Question Motherboard only recognizes one DDR5 RAM stick at POST ?

    I do not have Wifi. I clear the CMOS Jumper for 20 seconds. I remove and reinsert the DDR5 RAM at the B2 slot. I turn on AC power to boot the system. ASRock B650M Pro RS and 8500G still recognize only one DDR5 RAM at the A2 slot but its speed is at 4800Mhz, not 5200MHz. The other three slots are...
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    Question Motherboard only recognizes one DDR5 RAM stick at POST ?

    Yes. You found the applicable User Manual. The POST screen appeared 10-15 seconds after the computer is turned on. Then it stayed the same (was unchanged) after a long time (more than 30 minutes). Is there a way to change the "RAM training" time?
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    Question Motherboard only recognizes one DDR5 RAM stick at POST ?

    Motherboard: ASRock B650M Pro RS with BIOS version3.10 CPU : AMD Ryzen 5 8500G. I put the TeamGroup T-FORCE VULCAN Z DDR5 RAM 32GB (2x16GB) 5200MHz in the DIMM slots: A2 B2 I have only one TEAMGROUP MP44L 1 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME SSD. I put it on the gen 5 SSD socket (M2_1) but it...
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    Question Which M.2 Socket to use on my ASRock B650M Pro RS motherboard ?

    I plan to use my SSD for a maximum of 17 hours in one day, assuming I do not turn off my computer when it is idle, is SSD heatsink recommended?
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    Question Which M.2 Socket to use on my ASRock B650M Pro RS motherboard ?

    I have only one TEAMGROUP MP44L 1 TB M.2-2280 PCIe 4.0 X4 NVME SSD. My motherboard is ASRock B650M Pro RS: The Blazing M.2 Socket (M2_1, Key M) supports type 2260/2280 PCIe Gen5x4 (128 Gb/s) mode. The Hyper M.2 Socket (M2_2, Key M) supports type 2260/2280 PCIe Gen4x4 (64 Gb/s) modes. The M.2...
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    Question MicroATX Case, preferably with USB-C port

    I am thinking of: - budget as little as possible - ASRock B650M-HDV/M.2 motherboard which is microATX size. MicroATX or Full ATX cases are both ok, whichever is cheaper. If the prices are the same, then I prefer MicroATX case, preferably with USB-C port. - Ryzen 8500G which use little power and...
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    Question MicroATX Case, preferably with USB-C port

    I am looking for an affordable MicroATX Case, preferably with USB-C port. e.g. How about this? Cooler Master Q300L V2 Micro-ATX Tower Case https://www.newegg.ca/black-cooler-master-q300lv2-kgnn-s00-micro-atx-tower/p/11-119-444 $89.99 + $39.99 Shipping Feel free to comment or advise. Thanks. I...
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    Build Advice Re-use old PC case, PSU and fan to build a new PC ?

    Which height for the stick on motherboard mount is good? Support Height: 4.8mm/0.19inch Total Height: 14mm/0.55inch or Support Height: 6.3mm/0.25inch Total Height: 15mm/0.59inch or ... Support Height: 15.8mm/0.62inch Total Height: 25mm/0.98inch . What is an alternative for 400W or less Power...
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    Build Advice Re-use old PC case, PSU and fan to build a new PC ?

    1. I am learning full stack software development - Angular & Java Spring. Operating System: Linux only. Two monitors: 4K (3840 x 2160) at 60Hz at the same time. USB-C is optional. I like to backup some photos from my phone to computer disk occasionally. It can be at the back. USB-C workaround...
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    Build Advice Re-use old PC case, PSU and fan to build a new PC ?

    Thank you very much for your comments! I just start to learn about pc build. I am not more specific with terms such as "affordable" because I do not know. I like to reduce the cost as much as possible by reusing the old PC case, power supply and fan if possible. I am still at the research or...