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The transition from SATA/AHCI solid-state drives to PCIe/NVMe turned out to be difficult and protracted. The main reason is not only the change in the interface, which appeared in the mid-2000s, but also the new software protocol, which requires support from both the UEFI of the motherboard and the operating system. However, if you consider the SSD as a simple data storage device, you can connect it even to an old motherboard based on Intel i915P via an adapter. At the same time, even if the system does not support PCIe Gen3x4, working with a slower interface is possible, although impractical.
Redmond RMC-PM504 is a 2-in-1 device. In addition to the standard multicooker modes, this model has an additional high-pressure cooking function. It allows you to reduce the cooking time of meat, poultry and vegetables by an average of 1.5-2 times compared to a conventional multicooker or a saucepan on the stove.
We continue to study motherboards, their power supply system, peripheral connectivity options, and available software solutions with which they enter the market. Particular attention is paid to the analysis of processors.
How many times have we tried to squeeze one large pot into the refrigerator, moved the shelf, and were upset that the rest of the space on it was wasted...
Object of study: serially produced 3D graphics accelerator (video card) Asus ROG Strix GeForce RTX 4070 Ti Super OC 16 GB 256-bit GDDR6X
We decided not to limit ourselves to products of one brand and took up testing CFexpress Type B cards from different manufacturers. Why are these media interesting at all? It's simple: these are the fastest memory cards on the market. Theoretically, the same speeds can be provided by SD Express 8.0 with two PCIe lanes, but in practice, such cards are almost never found. Even the older version of SD Express never gained popularity among manufacturers of photo and video equipment. Probably because the differences between the express versions of the standards are not fundamental - in fact, these are just NVMe SSDs, only in a memory card format. The CFA approach with metal cases turned out to be a winner: it is easier to achieve high capacity and ensure good heat dissipation.
Compact and miniature washing machines are a separate class of devices, created primarily for studio apartments and other situations where space is limited, and the installation of a washing machine is necessary. For example, in one-room or two-room apartments, a full-size washing machine with a depth of 60 cm often does not fit into the bathroom.
The DeepCool LD360 liquid cooling system can be used to build a relatively silent computer with an Intel Core i9-13900K processor, if its consumption at maximum load does not exceed 170 W. Although the pump makes a noticeable noise that is almost impossible to reduce, this liquid cooling system is suitable for creating a PC with moderate noise requirements, providing effective cooling of the Intel Core i9-13900K in any real load scenarios. The backlight on the pump and fans will be an aesthetic addition to the interior of the system unit, and the display on the pump will allow you to quickly assess the state of the system. It is also worth noting the good quality of workmanship, the braided hoses and the convenient organization of electrical connections.