Used Computer Rescued from Trash and Restored to Function - Once discarded system proves capable of running Linux and lighter video games
Rescued Gaming System Gets a New Lease of Life
A Reddit user, u/AcordeonPhx, has given a new life to an old gaming system they found in a dumpster. The system, powered by an Intel Core i5-6600 processor and an AMD Radeon R9 380 graphics card, was initially used for rendering user interfaces or signs, or possibly for some light 3D work, as suggested by the Windows 11 IoT Enterprise operating system installed on it.
The system, mounted on a Gigabyte GA-H100M-A motherboard, was in need of some TLC. u/AcordeonPhx thoroughly cleaned the system, disinfecting it, using compressed air to remove dust, and bathing it in alcohol. They also upgraded the cooling system and replaced the CPU fan for better performance.
The graphics card upgrade did not affect the original AMD Radeon R9 380. However, after the upgrade, the system can potentially run some newer games. The system's power supply remains a Seasonic SS-520GB 520W, and it has 8GB of RAM, with an option to add extra 8GB if needed.
The Reddit user decided to give the upgraded system to their brother. The system boots up to Windows 11 IoT Enterprise, but it's unknown if it still does after the upgrade. The system can be used as a Linux gaming machine with the installation of Bazzite.
With the addition of an AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT GPU, 16GB of RAM, and a new SSD, the rescued system is now ready for some high-performance gaming. This story serves as a reminder that even old systems can be given a new life with a little bit of love and some upgrades.
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