https://linkatopia.com/rob215/hardware The 25 latest links tagged, "Hardware" by Robert Giordano https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2026/INIU-Recalls-Power-Banks-Due-to-Fire-and-Burn-Hazards-Sold-on-Amazon 2025-12-26T15:45:46Z Only portable power banks with serial numbers 000G21, 000H21, 000I21 and 000L21 are included in this recall. https://www.amazon.com/Beelink-Desktop-Computer-1000Mbps-Display/dp/B0D6RG3YQW/?th=1 2025-06-07T03:36:56Z I need to compare this miniPC for CPU power and power consumption. This one uses DC in like my other Beelink miniPCs https://www.cpu-monkey.com/en/compare_cpu-intel_celeron_n5105-vs-amd_ryzen_7_5825u 2025-06-07T03:42:04Z This might be the way to go. The AMD has a TDP of 15W compared to the N5105 of 10W. Both can do h264/h265/HEVC https://community.intel.com/t5/Mobile-and-Desktop-Processors/N100-Sluggish-Win11-Bug/m-p/1680857#M83062 2025-06-01T05:23:28Z Here's an interesting discussion on the Intel forum with no resolution https://www.servethehome.com/beelink-eq12-pro-review-intel-i3-n305-alder-lake-n-is-amazing/ 2025-05-31T03:35:18Z Looks like this is the one I need https://www.cpu-monkey.com/en/compare_cpu-intel_celeron_n5105-vs-intel_processor_n100 2025-05-31T03:55:58Z This page shows the N5105 GPU is slightly FASTER than the N100 and while the N100 uses less power at idle, the N5105 uses slightly LESS power under load! https://www.reddit.com/r/MiniPCs/comments/1l0f7fb/n100_using_more_cpu_than_n5105_for_the_same_task/ 2025-05-31T23:30:44Z My post about my current, puzzling situation...Playing the same YouTube video:N5105 = 13 to 15 CPUN100 = 39 to 44 CPUUPDATE: This is actually MUCH more complicated because it looks like Windows Task Manager is WRONG https://www.windowslatest.com/2025/03/01/windows-11-standardizes-task-managers-cpu-usage-calculation-aligns-with-industry/ 2025-05-31T23:33:37Z Could this be related to my issues on the Beelink N100 ?? https://www.racedayquads.com/products/emax-wyvern-link-alpha-openipc-800mw-vtx?utm_source=Klaviyo&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=WeeklyNewsletter 2024-12-09T18:34:56Z delivers 1280x720 120fps for $89.99. Need to look into this more https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0892GLVSR/ref=sw_img_1?smid=A3TUR5JBYCEPNE&th=1 2024-12-03T17:49:07Z Flat HDMI ribbon cable with several options for the orientation of the micro end and the other end https://picloudmobile.dahuasecurity.com/?context=vq35DJQxpdUtjJFYDoUwOw== 2024-12-01T19:01:58Z https://github.com/integralfx/MemTestHelper/blob/oc-guide/DDR4OCGuide.md#avoid 2024-11-25T16:57:17Z Lots of good info here https://www.cpubenchmark.net/compare/5157vs4412/Intel-N100-vs-Intel-Celeron-N5105 2024-11-23T22:56:00Z Comparing the newer N100 to the N5105. You can also select other processors for comparison. https://www.cpubenchmark.net/compare/4412vs5178vs4788/Intel-Celeron-N5105-vs-Intel-N200-vs-AMD-Ryzen-7-5825U 2024-11-23T23:02:13Z Another test with N5105 vs N200 vs Ryzen 7. The Ryzen 7 is a LOT faster but uses 50 percent more power. The N200 uses 40 percent LESS power than the N5105 https://www.amazon.com/GMKtec-Mini-PC-Ryzen7-5700U/dp/B0CD7Y4C5Y/ref=pd_ci_mcx_mh_mcx_views_0_image?pd_rd_w=ZxNhC&content-id=amzn1.sym.bb21fc54-1dd8-448e-92bb-2 2024-11-23T23:29:58Z Is this an upgrade for the Beelink? Regular price $399, 4.4 stars, "A" ranked ratings, 4.4 x 1.7 x 4.84 inches. It will use 50 percent more power though https://www.hp.com/in-en/shop/tech-takes/post/how-to-check-cpu-temperature 2024-11-18T01:06:20Z Nice list of free temperature monitor software https://tinyapps.org/blog/202302120700_brother_change_scan_to_pc_name.html 2024-11-16T21:20:33Z possible solution to remove the old PC name from the options on the Brother printers https://www.fractal-design.com/products/cases/define/define-xl-r2/black-pearl/ 2024-10-17T00:58:23Z check this case for new PC build https://www.amazon.com/ASUS-Inch-Monitor-Frameless-Adaptive-Sync/dp/B0C7BMTX7Y/ 2024-07-07T20:11:17Z $99 Budget 27 inch monitor, 1920x1080 https://www.corsair.com/us/en/explorer/diy-builder/power-supply-units/how-to-test-a-psu-power-supply-unit/ 2024-06-02T00:32:41Z https://gopro.github.io/labs/ 2023-11-05T15:18:00Z Labs offers experimental firmware program that uses QR codes to control your camera and extend your cameras functionality beyond stocks features. https://www.autonomous.ai/ourblog/make-your-height-adjustable-chairs-higher 2023-10-05T17:21:09Z Looks like I need to put a different cylinder in my chair because its at max height and its just a TINY bit too low https://www.ifixit.com/News/82867/iphone-15-teardown-reveals-software-lockdown 2023-09-30T15:48:18Z Great article about the pros and cons of the iPhone 15. As usual, Apple takes one step forward and two steps backwards https://support.brother.com/g/b/faqend.aspx?c=in&lang=en&prod=mfcl2701dw_as&faqid=faq00002837_025 2023-07-13T17:43:46Z 1. Printer must be ON2. Open front cover, leave hanging open3. Press and hold OK for 2 seconds4. Press UP arrow or 1 to reset drum counter5. Close front cover https://www.jscreenfix.com/ 2023-03-04T18:22:25Z Hmmm, will this work? It didn't work for me. All it does is flash an area of the screen with all different colors. That will NOT help if there is a defect in the panel.