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Hardware / Re: Installed 64Gb of RAM, but only 32Gb are usable

« on: 2017-08-31, 14:00:54 »

I only ever had less than installed ram show up on that exact board with auto or wrong settings.
Once I found and entered the exact timings from the ram specification, all worked fine. Was also 64Gb, showing 32 or 48 with wrong settings.
But it worked at 1333MHz in auto, and all the memory was the same model (from 4 kits of 2x8Gb).

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Hardware / Re: Help with new Workstation config

« on: 2017-08-31, 13:58:00 »

Are they? I thought they support any DDR4, can you please explain it a bit more in details?
I'm planning to build new ryzen pc

It's much better now, but still, some modules don't work at the advertised speed.
As for the importance of speed - with Ryzen you can find info that memory speed does actually affect rendering tasks more than on Intel platforms. So I'd try to get at lease 2400-2666MHz ram modules from the compatibility lists. If lucky, won't cost much more than basic 2133MHz.

Also, from building a Ryzen 1700 system recently - it did not want to boot with only 1 ram module. Only booted with the whole 4 module kit (though it was listed as compatible as a kit). So that was something new :)

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Hardware / Re: Help with new Workstation config

« on: 2017-08-31, 09:40:27 »

All looks good.
Just check that the RAM you buy is from that motherboards compatibility list. Important to check at what speeds it's confirmed to work with 4+ slots populated. Ryzens are kind of picky with memory.
And as always, I'd suggest to get 16Gb per ram stick for future upgrades up to 128Gb ;)

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Off-Topic / Re: 43"/4k Acer real-estate for the Artist

« on: 2017-08-11, 07:57:51 »

Don't get fooled by that.
You didn't post a model, but I can guess some things that might be terrible with that panel:
- ghosting
- possibly VA, so good contrast, but bad colors and color shifting when you sit closer(as in - normal desk space close)
- BRG pixel layout
- PWM flickering
- burn in of images
- slow response rate (less important for work, but still)
- terrible color calibration out of the box

So far no 4k monitor or TV has avoided all of those, and could be called a work ready. I'd still do any color work on a secondary small "proper" ips panel.

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Hardware / Re: E5 V3 Bios mod

« on: 2017-07-18, 15:42:45 »

Thanks for your feedback Jann. I already own the dual 2683 v3 setup, on ASUS Z10PE-D16 WS, cooled with NH-U12DX dual fan (push/pull). My hottest cpu (which receive hot airflow from the first one) never go above 63°C on hottest core, so with an approx. 5°C increase, it should still be fine.

Once done, will I be able to revert back to default BIOS setup ? (I guess I will but it is just to be sure)

Depending on the case, you might even the temperatures by turning both cpu coolers upwards.

Reverting back is just flashing original bios. In your case, just study how the bios flashback works in case something goes wrong. Always prepare for the worst :D

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Hardware / Re: E5 V3 Bios mod

« on: 2017-07-18, 15:09:11 »

My 2686v3 with CM Hyper 212 Evo never goes above 65c on hottest core, even when under full load + gpu heat. Before mod it was about 4-5c cooler.
Friends 2683v3 was running a bit hotter with the same cooler, but our case/cooling setup is different. He got a H115i for a very good price, and now under full cpu+gpu load never goes above 42c (overkill cooler, but the price was really good).

However, as I wrote, the 2696v3 does heat up more from what I've read and talked to people.
So my suggestion would be to get a good air cooler for 2683 or 2686, and maybe a 240-280mm AiO like the H115i if you get the 2696 ;)

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Hardware / Re: E5 V3 Bios mod

« on: 2017-07-18, 13:55:45 »

Does anyone tried the E5 V3 Bios MOD to enable Max turbo on all cores ? I'm quite interested to do that on my dual 2683 v3 setup but i just want to be sure that it's pretty safe.

edit -> explanations here : https://forums.anandtech.com/threads/what-controls-turbo-core-in-xeons.2496647/

Yes I have modded two X99 systems. One is a E5-2686v3, other E5-2683v3. Both single cpu setups with Asrock motherboards, so it was easier than on other brands or dual cpu.
The 2686v3 runs ar 2.8GHz on all cores (and up to ~2.9 if OCd by bclk), but around 2.6 when using Corona. (a bit more than before unlock)
The 2683v3 goes to 3.0GHz on all cores, and around 2.8 with Corona.
All in all, it works. From what I've read, the current best option is E5-2696v3 as it boosts all cores past 3GHz. It would need a good cooler, but should be the best price/performance cpu with the unlocked bios.

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Hardware / Re: Advice on new workstation build - Ryzen based

« on: 2017-05-31, 12:27:44 »

You should really stress test any new parts/system.
Same with your current crashing system. Stress test the ram. Every vendor has faulty sticks sometimes.

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Hardware / Re: Advice on new workstation build - Ryzen based

« on: 2017-05-31, 10:25:45 »

Honestly just go with what's cheaper. Me and a friend have similar X99 based Xeon systems. I use ecc, he uses normal ram. Only reason for ecc was the better price at the time. I also used normal ddr3 on my previous dual xeon v1 box.

So just check motherboard compatibility lists, or if the ram you want isn't there, find if someone has it running with that setup. Amount > speed > ecc or not.
And for ddr4, get 16Gb on single stick, even if it means starting with just one.

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Hardware / Re: SSD VS NVMe Speed challenge

« on: 2017-05-30, 11:08:30 »

Nice tests, good to see real world performance.

As for improving your work speed a bit further, you could try unlocking your X99 boards bios so that E5-2660v3 could reach higher clockspeeds, thus giving you a bit faster rendering and single threaded speed ;)

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Hardware / Re: rendering´s temperature

« on: 2017-05-11, 15:20:01 »

Yes, this is normal. Rendering is one of the most cpu intensive tasks, so expect higher temps and fan speed while rendering.
As for those 72c, that is also kind of ok, depending on what cooler you have.

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Hardware / Re: My new planned build. Any suggestions or warnings are appreciated.

« on: 2017-05-10, 09:38:21 »

AIO - all in one coolers, like the X62, H115i, CLC 280, etc :D
I have only built one system with older Corsair H110, and that was loud as hell. But a friend recently bought the Kraken X62, and I was very surprised at how silent it can be, if you don't push the fans to max. So going from 240mm radiator (like H105), to 280mm (like X62, H115i, CLC 280), might allow you to run the fans slower and get less noise ;)
As usual, I'd say just get the one that has the best local warranty for you, or good manufacturers warranty.

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Hardware / Re: My new planned build. Any suggestions or warnings are appreciated.

« on: 2017-05-09, 10:26:22 »

All looks good.
Since you're already going with an AiO I'd look how much more a 280mm version costs.
Correct me if I'm wrong, but the NZXT X62, Corsair H115i and EVGA CLC 280 have newer generation pumps and might have better warranty. Also, 280mm would allow keeping the same OC with lower noise.
Not much else to suggest :)

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Off-Topic / Re: Working via distance

« on: 2017-05-02, 17:56:06 »

I Use https://anydesk.com/remote-desktop as a much faster alternative of the teamviewer.

Thank you for this!
Was getting very crappy behavior from Teamviewer recently, and this just flies in comparison :)

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Hardware / Re: Advice on new workstation build - Ryzen based

« on: 2017-03-31, 16:13:20 »

Mostly agree with Juraj, have just a few observations to add.

Maybe consider getting the 1700 without X. They all seem to be very close when overclocked. You'll probably get to 3.8GHz with normal voltage, and maybe to 3.9-4GHz if lucky.
The 1700 comes with a box cooler, the X cpus don't. You have a very basic cooler listed, so this way you can either put that money to a better one for the 1700, or just get more ram/ssd and switch the cooler later.
Definitely get 16Gb modules, even if it's just one for starters.