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minipc

Aim Small, Miss Small: A Deep Dive into the Aoostar N1 Pro Mini PC

If you're searching for a compact and affordable PC with dual 2.5GbE Ethernet ports, the Aoostar N1 Pro is worth considering. Our review thoroughly explores its networking prowess, powered by the Intel N150 processor, and analyzes its overall value for money.

minipc

AceMagic V1 Vista: Your Tiny Power Efficient Proxmox Server for Frigate NVR and Beyond

Unlock the full potential of your AceMagic V150! Learn how to install Proxmox and Frigate NVR for local, AI-driven security camera monitoring with object detection. This step-by-step guide covers iGPU SR-IOV, Docker LXC setup, and configuration, all while keeping power consumption under 8W!

nanokvm Featured

Sipeed NanoKVM Review - Out-of-Band Management on a Budget?

The Sipeed NanoKVM might just be the poor man's IPMI. This budget-friendly device unlocks remote BIOS access and power control without breaking the bank. Ventoy ISO booting? Absolutely possible. But be warned: input lag and occasional freak-outs come with the territory.

minipc

How to Update MINI PC BIOS with EFI Shell: A Surprisingly Pain-Free Guide

Learn how to safely update your BIOS using EFI shell when Windows isn't available. This step-by-step guide walks you through creating a bootable USB drive, gathering the necessary AMI tools, and performing a BIOS update without requiring a Windows installation.

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AI Whisperer: The Hidden Art of Getting Stunning Results from DeepSeek R1

Master AI communication with Deepseek R1: Learn how precise prompts, iterative task chunking, and feedback loops prevent errors in coding and design.

server

Passthrough Intel Dedicated GPU While Using iGPU SRIOV

Here's How to Use Intel Arc GPU While Using iGPU SRIOV

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IOCREST PCIe 4.0x1 10GbE NIC Review

The IOCREST PCIe 4.0x1 10GbE NIC brings enterprise-grade networking to consumer desktops using just a single PCIe 4.0x1 lane.

nas

IOCREST PCIe 3.0 x2 to 4x NVMe Expander Review

Building an all-flash NAS has always been a dream for enthusiasts, and the IOCREST PCIe 3.0 x2 to 4x NVMe Expander might be the solution to one of the biggest challenges: PCIe lane limitations. The best part? It costs only $30.

Top 10 Must-Have Tech Gifts for 2024: Gadgets That Wow and Wow Again

Discover the ultimate tech gift guide for 2024! From power banks and gaming mice to smart home devices and compact computers, we've curated the top 10 gadgets that will delight tech enthusiasts of all levels.

minipc

Kamrui AK1 Plus Review

The Kamrui AK1 Plus Mini PC Review: Value Champion?

solar

Slash Your Skyrocketing Electricity Costs: My 30% Power Bill Reduction Strategy

Shocked by a $4800 annual electricity bill? Discover how I analyzed my power usage and developed a strategy to slash costs by 30%. Learn about Time-of-Use billing, the impact of peak hours, and how combining solar panels with battery storage can lead to significant savings.

server

Optimizing My Proxmox Node: Journey of Upgrades and Challenges

It costs me $260 to run a home server, now I am able to run four with even less money.

networking

IOCREST Thunderbolt 10G NIC Review

This is the best upgrade for a GbE-limited Mac

The Problem With YouTube Tech Reviews

Should You Trust a Review That Was Done In Days, While You Have To Live With It For Months and Years?

macos

What is A Worthy Upgrade - Used M1 Mac Mini Price Analysis

Why you shouldn't get the storage upgrade, and which configuration has the best resale value.

macos

ACASIS TBU405 Thunderbolt 3/4 to M.2 NVMe Enclosure Review

The Best External Enclosure For The Storage-Challenged Macs

nas Featured

Mac Mini as a Low Idle Home NAS

M1 Mac Mini Can Be A Great Home NAS, Here is How I Do It

hba

A New Breed of HBA - Raiden Thunderbolt to SATA HBA, 8 Ports [Indiegogo Campaign]

This is a breakthrough in the era of Thunderbolt.

macos

Whisper.cpp - NVIDIA RTX 3090 vs Apple M1 Max 24c GPU

Have you ever found yourself in the tech aisle, scratching your head and wondering, "Why should I pick the M1 Max when the PC is flexing its muscles with better test scores?" Well, my friends, it's a story worth telling, and it's all about what makes your tech heart happy!

minipc

Kamrui AM08 Pro with AMD Ryzen 7 7735HS Review

The AD08 Pro is a sleek and capable mini PC packed with Zen 3 and RDNA 2 superpower.

ssd

Buyers Beware: Fanxiang S880 2TB PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe SSD Review

Fanxiang S880 is the latest challenger in the budget PCIe 4.0 SSD space. While being priced like other QLC SSDs like the Intel 670p 2TB, it offers tremendously more than its QLC counter parts, sometimes punching above it’s class to compete with the premium offerings from Samsung and Western Digital.

minipc

AceMagician AM06 Pro with Ryzen 5 5600U Review

The AceMagician AM06 Pro, powered by the AMD Ryzen 5 5600U, offers impressive performance that can rival i9-10900 in a compact package.

networking

IOCREST M.2 PCIe Dual Port 2.5GBe NIC Review

For those who that has too many M.2 slots but too few NICs? This M.2 2.5GbE NICcould be your savior.

minipc

Asrock DeskMeet B660 Review: The Mac Mini Alternative?

The Asrock DeskMeet B660 is a solid barebones system for the tinkerers.

server

Intel N95 iGPU Transcoding Performance Review

The N95 chip can perform admirably, particularly when it comes transcoding tasks.