PC Build – How to Fix a PC that won’t boot – DIY in 5 Ep 112 Kingston Technology 2026-09-17 | PC Build – How to Fix a PC that won’t boot – DIY in 5 Ep 112
Ultimate Next-Gen Power and Performance with Intel NUC and Kingston FURY Kingston Technology 2022-11-29 | Build the hero system of the future with the powerful Intel Gaming NUC and Kingston FURY memory and storage. Our champion endeavors to design the ultimate gaming rig utilizing the latest systems technology from Intel NUC and high-performance Kingston FURY memory and storage to achieve the ultimate performance regardless you’re your game.Check our full line of Kingston FURY gaming memory and SSD you can add to you Intel Gaming NUC: kingston.com/en/memory/gamingCheck out the lineup of Intel Gaming NUC PCs: intel.com/content/www/us/en/products/docs/boards-kits/nuc/nuc-gaming.html#KingstonFURY #IntelNUC #GamingPC
PC Build Guide - Picking a Case and Motherboard Kingston Technology 2022-11-20 | A DIY PC build can be fun and rewarding, especially if it’s your first time. Here is our guide to building a PC, step by step. We’ll start with how to choose the right a case and motherboard. Other components will be covered in upcoming episodes.BudgetConsider a budget. It can be tempting to have the latest and greatest of everything, but unless you have unlimited funds, you’ll probably need to scale it back. Think about what you’ll be using the PC for and allocate the most money to the components that are your highest priority. If you will be gaming prioritize the GPU and CPU. If you will be streaming prioritize the CPU and RAM. If you will be editing 8k video prioritize the storage, etc. Secondly, do your research by reading as many reviews of components as you can. Lastly, consider future proofing, it may make upgrades simpler down the road.SizeWhat type of casing will you want to house all your components in? Cases come in a variety of sizes to match your motherboard. When thinking about case size, a full tower is generally more than 20 inches high. It’s a great option if you are planning on custom water cooling, tons of storage, multiple graphics cards, multiple fans, etc. plus you’ve got plenty of room to get in there and build, so it can make assembly a bit easier in that respect. A mid-sized tower is most common and is around 18 inches high and 8 or so inches wide. Then there are small form factor PCs in Micro-ATX or even Mini-ITX sizes.Things to Keep in mind with your case: clearance, aesthetics, airflow, portsHere are a few things to keep in mind when comparing PC cases.Clearance: will all the components you want physically fit in it?Noise: Some cases are specifically made to dampen sound. If you are a streamer or planning to use your PC to record music or podcasts, this may be a great option for you.Aesthetics: Clear side panels allow you to show off all of the fancy cooling or RGB components. Some cases will have fans already installed, a PSU shroud, or cable management tracks already in place so you will have a simpler time achieving a nice clean look.Airflow: There are open systems which provide airflow but do leave your system open to dirt and dust and they do nothing to stop the noise of your machine running.Ports: Make sure the case has every type of port you might need. Most cases come with two front panel USB ports, great for connecting a VR headset.MotherboardsThe motherboard will need to fit in your case you have chosen. If you are planning a complex build, you may want to decide on the motherboard first then choose a case afterwards. The motherboard connects all the most important components of your PC and allows communication between them. There’s a lot of features to consider in a motherboard, most important of which is the CPU support. Different CPUs fit different processor sockets. If you have already selected a specific processor, you’ll want to shop only for motherboards that support that processor. The most common size of motherboard is Standard ATX, and this board fits in a mid-tower or larger. If you are unsure whether a motherboard will fit in your case, you can either compare the physical dimension specs or use a tool like pcpartpicker.com. While not foolproof, it’s a reliable way to double check compatibility and sizing between components, and it also offers a side-by-side comparison of which retailers are selling at the best prices.The chipset on your motherboard is the part that’s responsible for communication between your CPU, RAM, GPU and peripherals. It also has support for features like M.2 SSDs, USB 3.0 and higher, the latest PCIe, WiFi or Bluetooth support, etc. Once you’ve chosen your motherboard you are well on your way to your own custom rig. The motherboard manual will show you what components go where and then the real hype can begin.Don’t get too carried away and buy everything. We’ll get into the CPU, RAM, GPU, SSDs in later episodes. If this is your first build keep us posted on your progress and ask your questions below. If you’ve built before, and have a tip to share, please do! While both building or buying your gaming PC achieve the same goal, they take different paths to reach it. Comment below to share which method you typically choose and why!Got questions about the video or Kingston products? COMMENT or contact us on SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter: twitter.com/kingstontechInstagram: instagram.com/kingstontechnologyFacebook: facebook.com/kingstontechnologyLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/kingston__________________________________SUBSCRIBE for more DIY in 5 videos, and receive updates on the latest in Kingston’s memory & storage development, plus guides on getting peak performance from your hardware:youtube.com/channel/UCLlmpSSdRdFbd_p9oNPcGfA
Should I Build or Buy a Gaming PC? – DIY in 5 Ep 184 Kingston Technology 2022-11-06 | To buy or to build: that is the question. Should you make your own gaming PC, or buy a pre-built machine? Trisha considers the merits of both approaches, measure for measure.Getting a new PC can feel overwhelming, regardless of whether you build or buy. The gaming scene has outspoken advocates of both schools of thought, since there are clear pros and cons to both. Ultimately, you need to make the right decision for you, which we hope to provide insight into with this episode. Building your own is certainly the more challenging option, especially if you’ve never done it before. It requires choosing components, assembly, troubleshooting any issues that arise, and is all round more time-consuming. However, the upsides are customization and access to a broader palette of components. The world is your oyster! Tools like PCpartpicker.com are useful for checking compatibility and sale prices before purchasing any components for a build.Building a gaming PCIf done correctly, building your own PC can be very affordable. You know best what your needs are: what requires heavier investment, and which areas of the PC you can cut back on. You can shop around to find the best prices and sales on each component, or even opt for second-hand components if you want to bring your expenditure way down. You also save on labor costs by assembling your own machine. Another benefit of self-builds is a greater level of familiarity with the inside of your system, making troubleshooting, replacements, and upgrades much simpler. These are fantastic advantages as well as the definite pride from when your DIY build POSTs for the first time.However, downsides to building your own PC, besides the amount of time it takes, include the definite possibility that something could go wrong now or in the future. In that case, you will need the patience to see through the troubleshooting and RMA process if a piece of hardware is found to be faulty. In the event of a hardware error, there won’t be one warranty to rule them all. You’ll need to deal with each component manufacturer and retailer individually.Buying a gaming PCIf you choose to buy a gaming PC, on the other hand, the process is much simpler. You should still research to find the best option available to you from a price to performance standpoint. This will still take some time, but generally less time and stress for this route opposed to the others available. Perks include that the machine building is done for you! You already know that the components are compatible and tested. Should something go wrong, you have one warranty for the entire build, and one company to reach out to for repairs. This can be fantastic if your PC just stops working and can save a lot of headaches in the long run. From a cost perspective, buying a gaming PC usually costs more in that you are paying the labor for someone else to assemble, plan, and test it for you. That being said, there are some incredible deals on pre-built systems where it was better to go pre-built on sale instead of getting price-gouged on scarce components like GPUs. Fingers crossed those days are in the past (the chip scarcities, at least).The downsides of buying pre-built, in addition to the potential cost, are that you are limited to what the manufacturer offers. This can mean being saddled with sub-optimal PSU or motherboard offerings, one-size-fits-all aesthetics, and usually pre-set budget, mid, and premium-tier configurations. The hybrid of both of these options, and usually the most expensive way to go by far, is to commission someone to do a custom build for you, giving you ultimate control over the aesthetics and configuration. There are individual and small system builder companies nowadays that specialize in custom builds for consumers. Pretty rad!While both building or buying your gaming PC achieve the same goal, they take different paths to reach it. Comment below to share which method you typically choose and why!Got questions about the video or Kingston products? COMMENT or contact us on SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter: twitter.com/kingstontech Instagram: instagram.com/kingstontechnologyFacebook: facebook.com/kingstontechnologyLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/kingston__________________________________SUBSCRIBE for more DIY in 5 videos, and receive updates on the latest in Kingston’s memory & storage development, plus guides on getting peak performance from your hardware:youtube.com/channel/UCLlmpSSdRdFbd_p9oNPcGfA0:00 Intro1:09 Building a gaming PC2:52 Buying a gaming PC4:33 Outro
PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 High-Performance Gaming SSD – Kingston FURY Renegade SSD Kingston Technology 2022-10-31 | Kingston FURY™ Renegade PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 SSD provides cutting-edge performance in high capacities for gaming and hardware enthusiasts seeking extreme performance for PC builds and upgrades. By leveraging the latest Gen 4x4 NVMe controller and 3D TLC NAND, Kingston FURY Renegade SSD offers blazing speeds up to 7,300/7,000MB/s* read/write and up to 1,000,000 IOPS* for amazing consistency and exceptional gaming experience. From game and application loading times to streaming and capturing, give your system a boost in overall responsiveness.kingston.com/en/ssd/gaming/kingston-fury-renegade-nvme-m2-ssdWith better heat management comes better stability during peak performance. The slim M.2 combined with a low profile, graphene aluminum heat spreader is optimized for intense usage in gaming laptops and desktops. The optional heatsink model delivers an additional layer of thermal dispersion so when the game heats up, your PS5™ console stays cool. Kingston FURY Renegade SSD matches the top-tier performance of the Kingston FURY Renegade memory line to produce the ultimate team that will keep you at the top of your game.Available in capacities from 500GB–4TB** to store an extensive library of your favorite games and media.* Based on “out-of-box performance” using a PCIe 4.0 motherboard. Speed may vary due to host hardware, software, and usage.** Some of the listed capacity on a flash storage device is used for formatting and other functions and thus is not available for data storage. As such, the actual available capacity for data storage is less than what is listed on the products. For more information, go to Kingston’s Flash Memory Guide at kingston.com/flashguide.
How to Choose a Small Form Factor PC – DIY in 5 Ep 183 Kingston Technology 2022-10-23 | Did you know you can get the power of a full sized desktop PC & the portability of a laptop in the same package? Small form factor PCs don’t worry about battery life, shoddy cooling or fixed components. Is going tiny the right move for you?Advantages of Different PCsWhile full sized desktops offer premium performance, they’re large and heavy. Laptops offer utility as workstations on the go, but can be held back by battery and thermal issues. Small form factor PCs, aka mini PCs, can offer the best of both worlds. They are small enough to free up substantial desk space, while being fairly upgradeable with high-end components. You can get or build a mini PC fully capable of running the latest games. Upgrading is part of the small form factor culture, so you can definitely make efficient use of the volume you have available. The other bonus to small form factor PCs is the increased portability.SFF PCsSome think less space means more thermal issues, especially when dealing with higher end components. However, some of the biggest brands in PC gaming offer pre-built small form factor gaming PCs that are cool, quiet, tiny, and mighty. Intel’s NUC line, with its own proprietary motherboard configuration to get as tiny as possible, or Zotac’s mini PC line with options specifically designed for creators, are both striking examples. Whether you’re going pre-built or seeking pre-configured kits with options for your own storage and memory, there are great options to be found.SFF DIY PCsFor those DIYers watching, itching to build a small form factor PC, some considerations. Firstly: the term “small form factor” has no agreed-upon definition. A small form factor PC is generally half the size of a standard-sized ATX desktop tower. This means you have a range of possibilities of size for your enclosure. Keep in mind when choosing components for this type of build: the tinier you go, the more judicious you’ll need to be about component size, installation, cooling, and cable management.Pay the greatest attention to the CPU and GPU. CPUs tend to be small anyway, and when it comes to GPUs and other components, be sure to check length, width, and height. Look for low-profile or half-length configurations if need be. Anticipate that you may be working with a smaller motherboard, too. If you go with a Mini-ITX or microATX-sized motherboard, get creative. For a board with only two RAM slots, choose higher capacity RAM modules. Once you’ve got components and a motherboard that will fit your size needs, you’ll need to think about cooling. Low-profile fan CPU coolers are the simplest choice in a tiny build and liquid GPU cooling can give you some added flexibility when it comes to both size and noise level. Each choice you make may affect your other component choices. For example, a low profile cooler may require you to also get low-profile RAM, etc.On the topic of RAM, if you’re going very small form factor, consider SO-DIMM RAM. Kingston’s Fury Impact DDR4 or DDR5 RAM is perfect for this, with Plug N Play automatic overclocking and capacities ranging from 8-32GB. And if you’re looking for tiny storage, Kingston makes the low-profile FURY Renegade M.2 SSD in capacities up to 4TB with speeds up to 7,300MB/s read and 7,000MB/s write.Finally, cable management and power. Some mini PC enthusiasts prefer to build using a modular power supply so you can choose exactly which cables you want and leave out those you don’t for a cleaner build. Custom length cables can be a godsend. You’ll want to keep in mind airflow, steering clear of fans, and for those using a see-through enclosure, a clean look will also be important.Small form factor doesn’t have to mean compromise. While this form factor won’t be right for everyone, it’s cool to see what these mini PCs are capable of, especially as the tech advances. Does anyone really miss the days of hauling full-sized machines to LAN parties, or bulky ‘gaming laptops’? Have you built or used a small form factor PC? What did you think? Weigh in with your thoughts.Got questions about the video or Kingston products? COMMENT or contact us on SOCIAL MEDIA: Twitter: twitter.com/kingstontech Instagram: instagram.com/kingstontechnology Facebook: facebook.com/kingstontechnology LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/kingston__________________________________SUBSCRIBE for more DIY in 5 videos, and receive updates on the latest in Kingston’s memory & storage development, plus guides on getting peak performance from your hardware: youtube.com/channel/UCLlmpSSdRdFbd_p9oNPcGfA0:00 Intro0:43 Advantages of Different PCs1:40 SFF PCs2:16 SFF DIY PCs4:45 Outro
Kingston® IronKey™ Keypad 200 Walkthrough Kingston Technology 2022-10-14 | Learn how to use your Kingston IronKey Keypad 200 with this helpful walkthrough of the device’s functions. Creating or Changing User PINUnlocking your drive with the Admin PIN will delete the User PIN set up previously. To create or change the User PIN while unlocked in Admin mode, press the KEY button twice, then enter your new User Pin, which must be between 8-15 digits or characters, and not contain only repetitive or sequential numbers (e.g. the User PIN cannot be ‘1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1’ or ‘1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8’).After entering the new User PIN, press the KEY button twice. The blinking blue LED will switch to a blinking green LED. Re-enter the User PIN and press the KEY button twice more, which will confirm and save the new User PIN. You can now use it to unlock and access your drive.Resetting your DeviceIn the event you forget both the User and Admin PINs, you can reset the drive to create new ones. However, this will completely wipe all data stored on the drive, so should be a last resort. The process features several steps.First, press and hold down the ‘7’ button. While doing so, press the KEY button. Release both at the same time, and the red and green LEDs will alternate on and off. Next, press the ‘9’ button three times, then press and hold the ‘7’ button with the KEY button again. The blinking LEDs will switch to solid, then the green LED will turn off and the red LED fade out.Creating a New User PINThe KP200 will trigger data and PIN information deletion after 10 consecutive incorrect login attempts, depending on how the drive is set up. If this or a drive reset occurs, you will need to create a new User PIN.Press the KEY button once, then when the LEDs are solid red and blinking green, press the KEY button two more times and enter your new User PIN. Like your previous User PIN, it must be between 8-15 digits or characters, and not contain only repetitive or sequential numbers (e.g. the User PIN cannot be ‘1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1’ or ‘1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8’).Once this has been entered, press the KEY button twice, re-enter your new User PIN, then press the KEY button twice more to confirm.Enabling and Exiting Read-Only ModeTo enable Read-Only mode for your KP200, unlock the drive with your PIN then press the KEY button three times. When the solid green LED switches to blinking green and blue, press the ‘7’ button, then the ‘6’, then the KEY button. The green and blue blinking LEDs will change to a solid red, then a solid green, signifying the activation of Read-Only mode.To exit Read-Only mode and return to Read/Write mode, follow the same steps. Unlock the drive with your PIN, press the KEY button three times, then once the solid green LED switches to blinking green and blue, you will press the ‘7’ button, but this time followed by the ‘9’, then KEY.For more information or troubleshooting tips, please visit kingston.com/en/support/technical/products/ikkp200
How to Setup the Kingston IronKey™ Keypad 200 Kingston Technology 2022-10-13 | This video walks through the simple setup process to get your Kingston IronKey™ Keypad 200 hardware-encrypted USB Flash Drive ready to use. The KP200 is an OS independent drive that locks and unlocks using the alphanumeric keypad on the device. Before it can be used the device must have a User PIN configured.A User PIN can be a memorable word, name, phrase, or any other alphanumeric combination that’s easy for you to remember but hard for others to guess. To create your User PIN, first press the KEY button once. The red, green, and blue LEDs will flash once, then the red LED will turn solid while the green continues to blink. Press the KEY button two more times so that the blue LED starts to blink. The drive is now ready for your User PIN.Choosing and entering a User PINA User PIN must be between 8-15 characters and not contain repetitive or consecutive numbers such as ‘3333’ or ‘1234’. To get a specific character, you must tap the corresponding key a number of times to cycle through to its position. For example, to get the letter ‘r’ you must tap the ‘7’ key (pqrs) three times. To get the letter ‘d’ you must press the ‘3’ key once.After your User PIN is entered, press the KEY button twice. The blinking blue LED will now switch to blinking green. Re-enter your User PIN and press the KEY button two more times. This will confirm and save your User PIN. To signify this was successful, the blinking green LED will change to a solid red, then a solid green.Unlocking your KP200To unlock and use your KP200, you will press the KEY button once, then enter your User PIN and press the KEY button once more. The LEDs should change to a solid green and remain on for 30 seconds while you plug your drive into a compatible USB port. You can access your files securely from the device.Creating an Admin PINAn Admin PIN is recommended, as it enables Multi-PIN mode on your drive. With Multi-PIN, you can restore access to the drive should one of the PINs be forgotten. In addition, an Admin PIN allows you to reset the User PIN, and also utilize advanced drive features documented in the user guide. Creating an Admin PIN requires unlocking the KP200 with your User PIN. Next, press and hold down the ‘1’ button while pressing the KEY button twice. The solid green LED should switch to blinking red and blue.The Admin PIN has the same requirements as the User PIN. Once it has been entered, press the KEY button twice. The blinking red and blue LEDs will change to a blinking green and you can re-enter your Admin PIN so that you can verify it. After re-entry, press the KEY button twice again to confirm and save. This will set up your Admin PIN. Please remember if you unlock your KP200 with the Admin PIN, your User PIN will be erased and you will need to set up a new User PIN.For more information on additional drive settings as well as troubleshooting tips, please visit support.kingston.com.Got questions about the video or Kingston products? COMMENT or contact us on SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter: twitter.com/kingstontech Instagram: instagram.com/kingstontechnologyFacebook: facebook.com/kingstontechnologyLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/kingston
Data Backup – DIY in 5 Ep 182 Kingston Technology 2022-10-09 | There are many ways that you can lose data, from mechanical failure, to accidents, to theft. Nightmarish as they all are, you can mitigate the horror with a well-timed data backup. Remembering to backup frequently can evade even the most experienced tech enthusiast, which is why we are covering some simple tricks to ensure we can all backup regularly.What to Backup?Limiting what it is you decide to backup will make it easier on yourself. After all, procrastinating on a two- or three-hour chore is easier than something that will only take a few minutes. What’s the first thing you think of when you want to backup your files? Personal documents, photos, videos: things that would be impossible to replace? Perhaps you thought of apps, programs, and system settings without which you can’t do your job? If you do want to backup absolutely everything on your computer, the best solution might be a one-off big backup followed by scheduled mini-backups.SchedulingScheduling backups is great for ‘set and forget’ data protection that gives you the most updated versions of your files at arm’s reach. Depending on your workload, you may want to set up a daily, weekly, or even monthly backup. You can even automate them to an external drive using Windows Backup/File History or macOS Time Machine. We have a video about how to backup a Mac with Time Machine: youtube.com/watch?v=ZnjuiA6c5OkCloud BackupExternal drives are one thing, but cloud storage should not be your only option when it comes to data backups, even if it is the easiest. Cloud companies are favored targets of cybercriminals and may change their user agreements from month to month, both of which jeopardize your data. Monthly subscriptions can prove to be more costly than purchasing your own storage. Use the 3-2-1 theory of backing up data. Retain 3 copies of your data total: 2 copies on different devices, and 1 in a secure location (e.g. in a safe, or offsite). It may sound paranoid, but it has served people well for decades. To meet this standard, you might want to keep a copy of your data on your local device, another on the cloud, and a last on an external drive you keep in your home.External BackupFinding the right external drive means considering durability and speed, as well as capacity. The Kingston IronKey Locker+ USB Flash Drive has a USB to Cloud backup feature to access data on the drive from your personal cloud storage through Google Drive, OneDrive, and more. It’s also hardware encrypted for your security. The portable Kingston XS2000 is small, fast, and comes in capacities up to 2TB. For backing up more sensitive data that you don’t want falling into the wrong hands, consider the Kingston IronKey Vault Privacy 80 External SSD, featuring a color touchscreen with OS-independent hardware encryption. If that seems overzealous, though, Kingston has a range of USB flash drives, SD and microSD cards that may suit your needs.ConclusionTo protect your data, decide what is necessary to backup, then schedule and automate your backups. Don’t just rely on the cloud, use the 3-2-1 rule to ensure data safety, even in the event of hardware loss or failure.Tell us about your favorite backup method in the comments!Got questions about the video or Kingston products? COMMENT or contact us on SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter: twitter.com/kingstontech Instagram: instagram.com/kingstontechnologyFacebook: facebook.com/kingstontechnologyLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/kingston0:00 Intro1:07 What to backup1:49 Scheduling2:15 Cloud backup3:00 External backup3:57 Outro
How to Keep Your PC Cool While Gaming – DIY in 5 Ep 181 Kingston Technology 2022-09-25 | A CPU in operation is very busy doing a lot of things. Unfortunately one of those is converting electrical energy into thermal energy, creating large amounts of heat. Whether you’re gaming, editing high-res images, 3D modeling, or just multi-tasking, demanding a lot from your PC means it generates a lot of heat. There are two ways to safely manage your PC’s heat: air cooling and liquid cooling. Both have their benefits and drawbacks. Air CoolingOf the two, air cooling is more affordable. In this system, heat is transferred from the CPU to a heat sink, then a fan pushes warm air away from the CPU and other heat-sensitive components. Commonly found in consumer PCs, air cooling is cost-effective and entirely sufficient for most users. It’s easy to install too, requiring only some screws and plugging in a cable. Most CPUs come equipped with an air cooling solution so that you needn’t worry about purchasing additional components to support it. Air cooling is easy to maintain. Clean the dust out of your PC every few months and you’ll do just fine. Watch our video about cleaning your computer here: youtube.com/watch?v=9oCAfd2GoU0&Despite these advantages, air cooling is not perfect. Some air cooling systems can be space intensive, restricting access to other components in the PC case. This can make system upgrades harder. Air cooling relies on fans, which can get noisy depending on how hard they need to work to cool down your system. Quieter fans are available but cost extra. Lastly, air cooling cannot handle very intense workloads, and will struggle to keep such systems at a safe temperature. Systems that spend too long at high temperature can experience component failure, an expensive prospect. Liquid CoolingMost liquid cooling options come in either All-In-One systems (AIOs), or custom cooling loops. Both use a pump to push liquid coolant to and from a radiator through a water block attached to the CPU. Heat is transferred from the CPU to the cool liquid, which is pumped throughout the entire system and cooled via the aforementioned radiator. Most people use AIOs because it is a simple system of a single unit that is ready to install. Liquid cooling’s effectiveness outstrips air cooling, and can look very cool and futuristic, but is more expensive and harder to set up, especially when it comes to custom liquid cooling setups. Simply working with liquid coolant near expensive computer components can be highly nerve-wracking. It also requires more maintenance: for example cleaning channels and maintaining fluid levels.New builders seeking a more affordable way of getting into liquid cooling are in luck, as AIO liquid coolers mitigate a lot of these downsides, being closer to high-end air cooling systems in terms of installation, maintenance, and cost.Making a DecisionYour decision will likely come down to some combination of personal preference, budget, comfort level, and system needs. Remember there are air cooling systems that have characteristics associated with liquid cooling, like quieter operating and RGB accents, and liquid cooling systems that are cheaper and easier to install and manage, like air cooling systems. Ultimately, the only thing that matters is that your PC’s temperature stays down. What was the system in your last PC build? Let us know in the comments below.Got questions about the video or Kingston products? COMMENT or contact us on SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter: twitter.com/kingstontech Instagram: instagram.com/kingstontechnologyFacebook: facebook.com/kingstontechnologyLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/kingston__________________________________SUBSCRIBE for more DIY in 5 videos, and receive updates on the latest in Kingston’s memory & storage development, plus guides on getting peak performance from your hardware:youtube.com/channel/UCLlmpSSdRdFbd_p9oNPcGfA0:00 Intro1:23 Air Cooling2:50 Liquid Cooling4:56 Making Decision5:23 Outro
Kingston FURY CTRL™ v2.0 RGB Lighting Software Kingston Technology 2022-09-20 | Users can download and install the FURY CTRL v2.0 app from the Microsoft® Store or directly from the Kingston website. http://www.kingston.com/en/gaming/fury-ctrlFURY CTRL v2.0 supports Kingston FURY™ DDR5 and DDR4 RGB memory product lines, as well as legacy HyperX® RGB memory.Depending on the product you plug in, the memory module will properly reflect what’s installed in the system.The LED light option is used to turn the RGB illumination off or on, as well as put into a 10% Low Power mode.The Display OC Profiles option shows the memory profile specifications for the installed part.The Save/Load Custom Effect is accessed by clicking the icon with three bars to save a new custom effect or load a previously saved custom effect.To save and load an LED customization profile click on the Three Bar icon.Click the + sign to create a new profile.Click the Pencil icon to name it, then click Enter when done.To save the profile, click the Download icon.To delete a profile, click the Trash Can.To apply a profile, click Apply.The Gear icon allows you to select your preferred language, find the current software version, view the Privacy Policy, and toggle the Startup button to automatically start FURY CTRL upon Windows start up.For modules featuring 10 or more LEDs, choose from up to 16 effects, or customize your own.Rainbow 1:38Prism 1:50Spectrum 2:01Slide 2:11Wind 2:34Static 2:56Lightspeed 3:12Rain 3:33Firework 3:50Breath 4:411Dynamic 4:37Teleport 4:58Flame 5:16Voltage 5:27Countdown 5:39Rhythm 5:53Bounce 6:08Blink 6:32Solid 6:49Heart Beat 7:00Cycle 7:16Infrared Sync Technology™ demonstration 7:33Click on Reset button to revert to factory color at any time.The memory modules installed in the system reflect the same lighting effects applied. Kingston FURY Infrared Sync Technology™ perfectly synchronizes the lighting effects of the memory using infrared components featured on the DIMMs. When all modules are set to the same pattern effect, the IR Sync technology will keep them in perfect alignment.
DDR4 RGB Memory with speeds up to 3600MT/s – Kingston FURY Beast DDR4 RGB Special Edition Kingston Technology 2022-09-19 | Kingston FURY™ Beast DDR4 RGB Special Edition** enhances both performance and style with speeds at 3200MT/s & 3600MT/s*, and unique white heat spreader and striking RGB lighting. Customize the RGB lighting effects with Kingston FURY CTRL™ software and keep the distinctive look coordinated with patented Infrared Sync Technology™. Available in CL16–18 latencies, single module capacities of 8GB & 16GB, and kit capacities of 16GB & 32GB. 100% tested at speed and backed by a limited lifetime warranty, this makes for a hassle-free upgrade for any Intel® or AMD - based system. Let Kingston FURY™ Beast DDR4 RGB Special Edition set you and your system apart of the rest.kingston.com/en/memory/gaming/fury-beast-ddr4-rgb-special-edition* Learn more kingston.com/en/blog/pc-performance/mts-vs-mhz about megatransfers per second - MT/s denotes megatransfers (million transfers) per second and represents the effective data rate (speed) of DDR (Double Data Rate) SDRAM memory in computing. A DDR SDRAM memory module transfers data on the rise and fall of every clock cycle (1 Hz).Ex: DDR4-3200 (PC4-3200)Clock Rate: 1600MHzData Rate: 3200MT/sBandwidth: 25,600 MB/s (25.6 GB/s)** Lighting customizable with Kingston FURY CTRL software or with motherboard RGB control software. RGB customization support through third-party software may vary.
DDR5 Memory with speeds up to 6000MT/s – Kingston FURY Beast DDR5 Kingston Technology 2022-09-17 | Kingston FURY™ Beast DDR5 memory brings the latest, cutting-edge technology for next-gen gaming platforms. Taking speed, capacity and reliability even further, DDR5 arrives with an arsenal of enhanced features, like on-die ECC (ODECC) for improved stability at extreme speeds, dual 32-bit subchannels for increased efficiency, and an on-module power management integrated circuit (PMIC) to provide juice where it’s needed most. kingston.com/en/memory/kingston-fury-beast-ddr5-memorySuperior speed advancements with double the banks from 16 to 32 and double the burst length from 8 to 16, take DDR5 memory, your gaming experience, and your overall system applications to the next level of performance.Whether you’re pushing the limits in your gaming with the most extreme settings, live streaming at 4K+, or pushing large animation and 3D Rendering, Kingston FURY Beast DDR5 memory is the level up needed, while seamlessly bridging style and unleashing performance.With options featuring Intel® XMP 3.0 and AMD EXPO™, two new DDR5 overclock specs that include customizable profiles for speeds and timings, Kingston FURY Beast DDR5 has your compatible overclock solutions covered.
DDR5 RGB Memory with speeds up to 6000MT/s – Kingston FURY Beast DDR5 RGB Kingston Technology 2022-09-16 | Kingston FURY™ Beast DDR5 RGB** lets you overclock in style on next-gen gaming platforms with cutting-edge technology. Experience the superior speed advancements of DDR5 with double the banks and double the burst length. kingston.com/en/memory/kingston-fury-beast-ddr5-rgb-memoryVibrant RGB lighting customizable with Kingston FURY CTRL™ software and patented Infrared Sync Technology™ along with the new heat spreader design sets you apart in and out of the game.Kingston FURY Beast DDR5 RGB features Plug N Play automatic overclocking at 4800MT/s****, and both Intel® XMP 3.0 and AMD EXPO™ options, two new DDR5 overclock specs that include customizable profiles for speeds and timings. 100% tested at speed and backed by a lifetime warranty.** Lighting customizable with Kingston FURY CTRL software or with motherboard RGB control software. RGB customization support through third-party software may vary.*** Featured on the Qualified Vendor Lists (QVL) of the world’s leading motherboard manufacturers.**** Kingston FURYTM Plug N Play memory will run in DDR5 systems up to the speed allowed by the manufacturer’s system BIOS. PnP cannot increase the system memory speed faster than is allowed by the manufacturer’s BIOS. Kingston FURY Plug N Play DDR5 products support XMP 3.0 specifications so overclocking can also be achieved by enabling the built-in XMP Profile.
XTS-AES Encryption – Kingston IronKey™ Keypad 200 hardware-encrypted USB drive Kingston Technology 2022-09-12 | Kingston IronKey™ Keypad 200 is an OS-independent hardware-encrypted USB drive with an alphanumeric keypad for easy-to-use PIN access.kingston.com/en/usb-flash-drives/ironkey-kp200-encrypted-usb-flash-driveKP200 incorporates XTS-AES 256-bit hardware-based encryption. It is also FIPS 140-3 Level 3 certified for military-grade security with enhancements that further elevate the bar for data protection. Its circuitry is covered by a layer of special epoxy that makes it virtually impossible to remove components without damaging them; this tough epoxy stops attacks against the semiconductor components. The drive is designed to be tamper evident to alert owners. It also incorporates brute force password attack protection, and BadUSB protection with digitally signed firmware. The alphanumeric keypad is coated with a layer of polymer that protects the keys and hides key usage through analysis of fingerprints on the keys.KP200 utilizes a built-in rechargeable battery that can be used to unlock the drive first without using any software, and then plug it into any device that supports a USB type A mass storage device. This gives users the most flexibility across different platform types and operating systems. With Multi-PIN option (Admin/User), the keypad can be used to set up an easy-to-remember but hard-to guess alphanumeric PIN for Admin or User. Admin can restore a User PIN and provide access to the drive should the User PIN be forgotten, or if the drive is locked after reaching the maximum of 10 User login attempts. With both Admin and User PINs enabled, KP200 will lock the User PIN after 10 failed login attempts; if the Admin PIN is entered incorrectly 10 times in a row, brute force attack protection will crypto-erase the drive, destroy the data forever, and reset it.The drive also provides two levels of Read-Only (or Write-Protect) modes – a Global mode that can be set by Admin, and a session-only mode that can be set by User. Read-Only modes can protect the drive from malware on untrusted systems. In addition, Admin can load content and set Global Read-Only mode, so that User can access the data but not make any changes.
Overclocking Profiles – DIY in 5 Ep 180 Kingston Technology 2022-09-11 | Memory overclocking profiles can help you get the top speeds out of your computer’s memory in just a few clicks. Computer memory for PCs comes in two standard flavors. Memory built to industry standard specification, aka JEDEC spec, and memory that’s performance-tuned to exceed standard speeds, timings, and voltage, aka overclocking.Most commonly overclocking is achieved through overclock profiles. XMP (Extreme Memory Profiles) are Intel specifications which allow you to overclock DDR3, DDR4, and DDR5 RAM to get the best performance possible out of a PC with a compatible Intel processor. This is a great option for gamers, creators, multi-taskers, or simply enthusiasts that enjoy pushing their system’s capabilities within a stable environment. XMP does not require knowledge of complex overclocking mechanics in order to take advantage of higher memory speeds and lower latencies. All that is required is memory with XMP profiles, an XMP compatible motherboard, and a CPU that will support memory overclocking. These are all easy to find, thanks to the widespread adoption of XMP in the industry.Intel XMPYou can access XMP profiles within the BIOS on supported motherboards. They provide varying levels of overclocking depending on your system’s hardware. An example: enter the BIOS via your PC or motherboard’s instruction manual. This requires a keyboard input during a specific part of the bootup process, though the exact input varies from system to system. It might be F10, F12, Del, or something else. You can also enter BIOS through Windows’ advanced Start menu recovery settings if the bootup window is too brief for you. Once in your BIOS, navigate to XMP settings. This menu will vary in location depending on your motherboard. It could be on your main settings screen or in an advanced settings screen pertaining to your RAM or overclocking. To activate XMP, select your profile, save, and reboot. It’s that simple. Memory and motherboard manufacturers have already tested the speed, timings, and voltage to ensure that the XMP profiles will run in a stable way. You should still be sure to check your specific motherboard model’s qualified vendor list (QVL) or the Intel website to ensure you pick a supported part or kit for your PC. Here is a good example of a QVL: rog.asus.com/motherboards/rog-maximus/rog-maximus-z690-hero-eva-edition-model/helpdesk_qvl_memory Generally profile 1 is the advertised speed for DDR3 and DDR4. Profile 2 may be a backup, less aggressive speed in case profile 1 turns out to be unstable. These settings have all been tested, but since hardware configurations can vary you should be aware. To turn off or adjust XMP, simply repeat this process.XMP 3.0 is the new specification from Intel for DDR5. XMP 3.0 has three different preset profiles and two user-customizable profiles that can be set in the BIOS and saved to memory. XMP 3.0 also works with Intel’s Dynamic Memory Boost Technology on 12th gen and newer CPUs. When enabled, it will dynamically overclock the memory in real-time, providing performance where and when you need it.XMP for AMD For AMD system users, there is good news. Most AM4 motherboards offer full compatibility with memory featuring XMP profiles. Some manufacturers will also optimize the speed and timings of an XMP profile to run on their AM4 boards. For example, ASUS has DOCP, Gigabyte has EOCP, and MSI has A-XMP.For AM5 motherboards, AMD introduced a whole new overclock spec called EXPO, which is an acronym that stands for AMD Extended Profiles for Overclocking. Similar to Intel XMP 3.0, EXPO supports multiple factory-tuned DDR5 profiles, plus a user customizable profile.Check out latest motherboards that are ready for Kingston FURY DDR5 Memory: kingston.com/en/memory/ddr5-qualified-motherboardsGot questions about the video or Kingston products? COMMENT or contact us on SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter: twitter.com/kingstontech Instagram: instagram.com/kingstontechnologyFacebook: facebook.com/kingstontechnologyLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/kingston__________________________________SUBSCRIBE for more DIY in 5 videos, and receive updates on the latest in Kingston’s memory & storage development, plus guides on getting peak performance from your hardware:youtube.com/channel/UCLlmpSSdRdFbd_p9oNPcGfA0:00 Intro2:00 Intel XMP4:15 AMD4:59 Outro
2TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD for Laptops – Kingston NV2 PCIe 4.0 NVMe™ M.2 (2280) SSD Kingston Technology 2022-09-05 | Kingston’s NV2 PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD is a substantial next-gen storage solution powered by a Gen 4x4 NVMe controller. NV2 delivers read/write speeds up to 3,500/2,800MB/s* with lower power requirements and lower heat to help optimize your system’s performance and deliver value without sacrifice. The compact single-sided M.2 2280 (22x80mm) design expands storage up to 2TB** while saving space for other components, making NV2 ideal for thinner notebooks, small form factor (SFF) systems, and DIY motherboards.kingston.com/en/ssd/nv2-nvme-pcie-ssdAvailable in capacities from 250GB – 2TB** to give you all the space you need for applications, documents, photos, videos, and more.* Based on “out-of-box performance” using a PCIe 4.0 motherboard. Speed may vary due to host hardware, software, and usage. ** Some of the listed capacity on a Flash storage device is used for formatting and other functions and thus is not available for data storage. As such, the actual available capacity for data storage is less than what is listed on the products. For more information, go to Kingston’s Flash memory guide at kingston.com/flashguide.
Reduce Noise on Gaming PCs and Laptops – DIY in 5 Ep 179 Kingston Technology 2022-08-28 | If your PC or laptop is making a ton of noise, the DIY in 5 team can help quiet that cacophony. Generally, the cause of PC or laptop noise is fans spinning so fast they sound like they belong on a runway. The first thing to do with noisy fans is check your computer’s software workload. Open Task Manager to see what your CPU usage is like while your computer’s idle. It should be about 20% or less. If it’s higher, see what’s eating up your usage. It might be a forgotten background program, or possibly malware that needs to be jettisoned before it eats up any more of your system resources.If your fans go into overdrive while you’re playing an intense game or using another intensive program, that means your computer is working as it should. If your computer is working harder to render graphics or process video, it’s producing heat, which impairs the good functioning of your components. Your fans are working overtime to keep your computer’s innards cool. This doesn’t mean you have to endure the noise level, though. PCs and laptops have the ability to adjust BIOS settings, including potentially fans’ behavior. Check your motherboard manual for information on how to enter and adjust settings in BIOS. Every BIOS is different! Other options for those who can’t or don’t want to edit their fan settings in BIOS include third party software like MSI Afterburner, and SpeedFan. There are also third party accessories such as adapters and control knobs to manually adjust fan speeds. Remember that your fans do need to spin faster when your computer is under high load, so don’t overcompensate too much.A noisy PC could also be caused by overheating due to lack of airflow. There are multiple options for dealing with this. It may be as simple as adding feet to the bottom of your PC tower or adding a laptop cooling pad or lap desk to your laptop instead of putting it on a pillow or other plush surface. People with closed PC towers may consider upgrading their case to something with better optimized airflow. Rearranging fans to create a better airflow pattern is another option. Of course, a good cleaning can also do wonders. Especially in older computers, fans may be working harder because dust and detritus have built up and are restricting airflow, creating more heat. DIY in 5 has a video all about PC cleaning: youtube.com/watch?v=9oCAfd2GoU0If your fans are clean but still noisy, they may need to be replaced. This goes especially for if you’re hearing clicking, buzzing, or grinding noises from your fan. That’s a sign it’s on its way out. If you’re buying a new fan, remember: larger fans tend to be smaller. CFM and airflow are important features to consider too, not just dBA or noise level specs.If the buzzing or clicking you’re hearing isn’t coming from your fans at all, you may need to open your machine up and investigate. Check that there aren’t any loose gaskets or screws. Hard drives are known to make these mechanical failure noises when they begin deteriorating. An occasional click is fine, but more than that and it may be close to failure. If that’s the case, do a backup so you don’t lose your data, and think about how to replace it. SSDs are quieter than traditional hard drives, as they use circuits to store data and don’t include moving parts or spinning disks. Kingston offers a wide variety of SSDs for all sorts of uses, from enterprise-level drives to personal use components to encrypted external SSDs. For gaming enthusiasts, we recommend the Kingston FURY Renegade PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD. It gets gaming PCs running fast but quiet.Regardless of the issue that has your PC or laptop whirring like it’s about to fly through the ceiling, overheating, software, or hardware, we hope our video offers a solution to keep your machine grounded. Check in soon for our next DIY in 5 video!Got questions about the video or Kingston products? COMMENT or contact us on SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter: twitter.com/kingstontech Instagram: instagram.com/kingstontechnologyFacebook: facebook.com/kingstontechnologyLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/kingston__________________________________SUBSCRIBE for more DIY in 5 videos, and receive updates on the latest in Kingston’s memory & storage development, plus guides on getting peak performance from your hardware:youtube.com/channel/UCLlmpSSdRdFbd_p9oNPcGfA0:00 Intro1:20 Settings2:28 Airflow3:46 Replace Old Parts4:49 Outro
Kingston® IronKey™ Locker+ 50 Encrypted USB Drive Features Walkthrough Kingston Technology 2022-08-24 | This guide will walk through the advanced features of the Kingston® IronKey™ Locker+ 50 such as logging in as the admin, using the virtual keyboard, setting up the USBtoCloud feature, changing the password when it is known and resetting it if it has been forgotten. Be sure to check out the quick start guide video to get started: youtube.com/watch?v=axik68xcSEsLogging in as the AdminIf, during the initial setup, you chose to enable the drive as User Only, enter your password and click to Login. If you enabled Admin & User Passwords, you will still need to enter the User password but then select “Login as Admin” to enter the Admin password and access your device’s full settings and features.Using the Virtual KeyboardRemember, you can use the Virtual Keyboard function for additional keylogger and screenlogger protection, as well as the “eye” symbol to quickly check for any typos or errors. How to use the EncryptionOnce you’ve unlocked your drive, you can securely access your stored files, which are automatically encrypted and decrypted every time they are Saved or Opened. Experience peace of mind while you work with this “always-on” security feature.Using USBtoCloudDuring the initial setup for your LP50, you will have the option to accept the USBtoCloud license to automatically backup your data to your cloud storage every time you log in, or you can decline this feature and it will not come up again. If you’ve chosen to utilize the USBtoCloud software, you will first install the application and then select the Cloud option you’d like to use from the list. After authenticating with the Cloud service, you can control your backup settings by pausing, restoring from the Cloud to your device, changing the Cloud service or even the language. The USBtoCloud and IronKey icons will be visible in the right-hand corner of your Windows® taskbar or in the macOS® menu that when clicked will open a menu with additional drive options. Changing the SettingsLet’s take a look at the IronKey device settings. To do so, right-click the IronKey icon and select ‘LP50 Settings’, where you can change the login password, contact information, device language and other Admin options. Any changes made here will require you to enter your password in order to accept and apply them. If you would like to cancel or continue to modify your changes, leave the password field blank and click ‘OK’ to return to the settings menu.Resetting the PasswordOn the Admin Options tab, you can reset the User Password, if forgotten. The new password requirement will be based on what was chosen during the initial set-up process (complex or passphrase) and will take effect on the next User login.For more information or troubleshooting tips, please visit kingston.com/iklp50supportGot questions about the video or Kingston products? COMMENT or contact us on SOCIAL MEDIA: Twitter: twitter.com/kingstontech Instagram: instagram.com/kingstontechnologyFacebook: facebook.com/kingstontechnologyLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/kingstonSUBSCRIBE for Kingston tech support videos, and receive updates on the latest in Kingston’s memory & storage development, plus guides on getting peak performance from your hardware: youtube.com/c/kingston
How to Backup a Mac with Time Machine – DIY in 5 Ep 178 Kingston Technology 2022-08-14 | Regularly backing up your Mac is a smart move, protecting your computer’s data in the event of damage or malfunctions. Time Machine is the in-built software that comes with macOS to perform automatic backups. With it, you can easily restore missing files or recover an earlier version of a document.The first step of creating a Time Machine backup is deciding where to store it. External hard drive, NAS, Airport Time Capsule? This tutorial walks you through using Time Machine to make an external HDD backup of your Mac. We use the Kingston XS2000 Portable SSD in this video. Time Machine will let you know how large the backup will be, so plan accordingly. Depending on how much storage you use, you may need less than 500GB, as much as 1TB, or more. After connecting your chosen hard drive, go to the Apple Menu – System Preferences, and select Time Machine. From here, click ‘Select Backup Disk’, and choose your external hard drive. If you desire, you can also encrypt your backup. Time Machine will begin your backup and tell you approximately how long it will take to complete.You can continue using your Mac while the backup is going on. This is important, because your first backup will likely take a long time, especially if there is a lot of data to backup. When the Time Machine is finished, you’ll receive a notification in the top right corner of your desktop. Time Machine can save backups every hour, keeping multiple copies of each change made to every file, if you choose.The process is simple to restore files from a Time Machine backup, or transfer them to a new computer. Select ‘Enter the Time Machine’ from the bar in the upper right corner of your desktop. Go to where you last saved the item you wish to restore. If you don’t remember where the item was saved, search for it by clicking the magnifying glass in the upper right corner of Time Machine. You can browse through older instances of the file, deleted files, and even look by specific time period. When you find the correct file, you can select it, double click to preview it, then click restore to return the item to its original location. A whole system backup requires a little more work. Select Launchpad, then find the other folder, then select Migration Assistant. Enter your system password here to restore your backup. On the next screen, choose ‘From a Mac, Time Machine, or startup disk’. Make sure your Mac is connected to mains power, as this is another time-consuming process. Select the correct external hard drive and click ‘Continue’. Then select the desired backup to restore and click ‘Continue’ again. Find something else to do while the backup is restored.Keeping files backed up makes upgrades simpler, and can help in the event of disaster striking your Mac. If you’re planning on upgrading your Mac soon, we’d like to hear about it in the comments below. Are you going to make a backup of your current system? How?Got questions about the video or Kingston products? COMMENT or contact us on SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter: twitter.com/kingstontech Instagram: instagram.com/kingstontechnologyFacebook: facebook.com/kingstontechnologyLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/kingston__________________________________SUBSCRIBE for more DIY in 5 videos, and receive updates on the latest in Kingston’s memory & storage development, plus guides on getting peak performance from your hardware:youtube.com/channel/UCLlmpSSdRdFbd_p9oNPcGfA0:00 Intro1:18 Get Started2:41 Restore3:18 Complete Backup (Migration Assistant)3:57 Outro
Spaceship - Kingston FURY Gaming PC Build Timelapse Kingston Technology 2022-08-04 | This timelapse video shows Mark’s custom Kingston FURY PC build from his lab which took 600 hours to complete from conception. It’s a spaceship build incorporating design themes from classic sci-fi movies and games. He milled metal & plastic pieces to construct the body from scratch. The motherboard is mounted inside the hull of the ‘ship’. The CPU is liquid-cooled, but Mark also integrated RGB fans set to red, which add to the spaceship aesthetic. The assembly is fastened to a swiveling stand powered by hydraulic cylinders mounted on the base. A laser-engraved acrylic light display shows a line drawing of the ship from various angles, evoking vintage sci-fi movies. Kingston FURY Beast RGB memory modules are mounted on one side of the cannon with two Kingston A400 SATA SSDs mounted just below. We hope you enjoyed watching Mark build this PC.Mark has more than 8 years of exhibition decorating experience. He has applied his skill, dedication and perseverance to case modding since 2018, and successfully won 2nd place in the worldwide casemod contest in his first year. For Mark, his creation is much more than a “PC Mod”, it’s a piece of handcrafted art. He uses his work as a means of conveying exceptional storytelling. That’s why most of Mark’s builds are beyond all expectations.Mark’s Fabrication Stats:• Over 5 years of expertise in PC modding• Won 2nd place in worldwide casemod contest• Case Mod World Series 2018: Scratch Build Category• Specialized in copper tubes and mixed media modificationLearn more at kingston.com/en/gaming/kingston-fury-gaming-lab-custom-pc-builds_______________________________ Got questions about the video or Kingston products? Comment or contact us on social media: Twitter: twitter.com/kingstontechInstagram: instagram.com/kingstontechnologyFacebook: facebook.com/kingstontechnologyLinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/company/164609?trk=tyah
Jetpack - Kingston FURY Gaming PC Build Timelapse Kingston Technology 2022-08-03 | In this timelapse video, YM premieres his custom Kingston FURY PC build made in his lab which took 360 hours to complete from conception. The Jetpack build features a vertically mounted motherboard, liquid-cooled CPU with red coolant liquid, and three red LED fans resembling jets to cool the radiators on each side. YM milled metal, acrylic, and plastic parts to create this custom build. At the rig’s heart you’ll find Kingston FURY Beast RGB memory modules with Kingston FURY Renegade SSD for storage. We hope you enjoyed watching YM build the Kingston FURY Jetpack PC!YM, a full-time PC modder, dipped his toes into the world of case modding in 2017. With a strong technique for modifying water cooling, YM creates customized systems to make the rigs appealing and accentuate the features of essential components. Also, as a sci-fi lover, YM creates sleek looks and adds life to his builds by utilizing a wide range of metals, LEDs, and eye-catching patterns.YM's Stats:• Over 6 years of expertise in PC modding• Skilled in water cooling channelsLearn more at kingston.com/en/gaming/kingston-fury-gaming-lab-custom-pc-builds_______________________________ Got questions about the video or Kingston products? Comment or contact us on Social Media: Twitter: twitter.com/kingstontechInstagram: instagram.com/kingstontechnologyFacebook: facebook.com/kingstontechnologyLinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/company/164609?trk=tyah
Memory Nexus - Kingston FURY Gaming PC Build Timelapse Kingston Technology 2022-08-02 | In this timelapse video, AK created a custom Kingston FURY PC build in his lab, which took 480 hours to complete from conception. He started with an open-frame PC case, a gaming PC motherboard, and a GPU. For the customized parts, AK used CNC milling on aluminum plates to cut ports for transparent liquid cooling tubes which resemble pistons. He then cut red plexiglass to create a translucent red glow to complement the glowing red cooling fans. There are also clear plexiglass windows to display our Kingston FURY Beast RGB memory. Next, he mounted together old memory modules and an old SSD, painted them matte black and attached them to the outside surface for a tech aesthetic. For storage, this PC is powered by Kingston FURY Renegade SSD. The completed design resembles a high-tech engine. We hope you enjoyed watching AK build this PC.AK, a Taiwanese PC modder, has devoted his life to the world of case modding since 2016. With his talents and extensive experience, AK won championships in worldwide casemod contests and received the honors of “Mod of the Year” in 2019 and “Best Craftsmanship and Performance & Aesthetics” in 2020. Skilled in crafting, AK applies particular care and attention to create his builds with numerous tiny details and rich materials. AK’s Stats:• Over 7 years of expertise in PC modding• Cooler Master CMWS2019 Master League Winner• Bit-tech Mod of the Year 2019 in Association with Corsair- Mod of the Year• Cooler Master CMWS2020 Best Craftsmanship, Performance and Aesthetics• Dedicated to the details with simple and cohesive designLearn more at kingston.com/en/gaming/kingston-fury-gaming-lab-custom-pc-builds_______________________________ Got questions about the video or Kingston products? Comment or contact us on Social Media: Twitter: twitter.com/kingstontechInstagram: instagram.com/kingstontechnologyFacebook: facebook.com/kingstontechnologyLinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/company/164609?trk=tyah
Mac M1 vs M2 Chip 🍎DIY in 5 Ep 177 Kingston Technology 2022-07-31 | Apple’s M2 chip was announced at WWDC 2022 which will be features in the 13” MacBook Air and the MacBook Pro. The new 5nm chip is the successor to the M1, introduced in November 2020. The M1 chip is based on Apple's A14 Bionic chip. On the other hand, the M2 is seemingly based on the A15 Bionic chip. But is this new chip packing passable power to have such a premium price? Both the 13-inch MacBook Air and MacBook Pro, which hit the market in July 2022, will offer the next generation of silicon designed specifically for the Mac. While both chips feature an eight-core CPU with four performance cores and four efficiency cores, the M2's cores offer moderate performance and efficiency improvements. The M2 also adds the option for two additional GPU cores. In fact, when comparing the two chips, Apple states that the M2 provides “an 18 percent faster CPU, a 35 percent more powerful GPU, and a 40 percent faster Neural Engine. It also delivers 50 percent more memory bandwidth compared to M1, and up to 24GB of fast unified memory.” So let’s break it down.CPU PerformanceWhen it comes to processing, where the M2 really shines is in its multi-core performance. Compared with the latest 10-core PC laptop chip, the CPU in M2 provides nearly twice the performance at the same power level. M2 delivers 90% of the peak performance of the 12 core PC chip while using just a quarter of the power. M2 is configurable with an 8-core CPU and up to a 10-core GPU. While that's an improvement over the original M1, it can't match the core counts of the beefier M1 Pro and M1 Max chips, which offer CPU core counts of 8-10 and GPU core counts of 16-32. GPUApple claims the M2's GPU can deliver up to 25% better performance than the M1's GPU at the same power level, and up to 35% better performance at max power. The M2 chip offers a number of significant upgrades over the standard M1, including a beefier CPU/GPU combo with more power, improved memory bandwidth, and support for Apple's ProRes and ProRes RAW codecs. There’s also a 16-core Neural Engine built into the M2, just like the M1. It's a specialized processing unit that excels at machine learning tasks and it helps out with everything from image processing to voice recognition. The Neural Engine in the M2 can process up to 15.8 trillion operations per second, which Apple claims is over 40 percent more than on M1.Dedicated Video Decoder for Video and Photo EditingVideo editing pros can look forward to some improvements in the M2 that weren't present in the M1, including a higher-bandwidth video decoder for the media engine that supports 8K H.264 and HEVC video. You can also now play back multiple streams of 4K/8K video using the ProRes video engine, which seems like good news for those who work regularly with Apple's video format. Users can convert their video projects to ProRes nearly three times faster than before. And Apple says the M2 MacBook Air runs 40% faster in Final Cut Pro and up to 20% faster in Adobe Photoshop than the previous generation. Not only will the content you create look better on the M2, but your image in video calls will look even more pristine thanks to the M2 chip’s improved image signal processor (ISP).ConclusionOverall, the M2 is a powerhouse chip focused on delivering impressive performance for everyday tasks with lots of efficiency to keep things running cool for a long time on one battery charge. macOS Ventura, coming this fall, is set to take full advantage of M2 and there’s rumors of this new silicon appearing in a new iPad Pro, including a fresh 14-inch model. Add to that reports of an Apple MacBook Air 15-inch and MacBook 12-inch in the works, and it sounds like we can look forward to more M2-powered devices hitting the market between 2022 and 2023. So what do you think? Are you all aboard the M2 hype train or waiting patiently for the potential of what an M2 Pro could look like down the line? Let us know in the comments.@Trisha Hershberger #applem2 #applem1 #mac Got questions about the video or Kingston products? COMMENT or contact us on SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter: twitter.com/kingstontech Instagram: instagram.com/kingstontechnologyFacebook: facebook.com/kingstontechnologyLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/kingston__________________________________SUBSCRIBE for more DIY in 5 videos, and receive updates on the latest in Kingston’s memory & storage development, plus guides on getting peak performance from your hardware:youtube.com/channel/UCLlmpSSdRdFbd_p9oNPcGfA0:00 Intro1:44 CPU Performance2:23 GPU3:12 Dedicated Video Decoder for Video and Photo Editing4:04 Conclusion4:40 Outro
DDR5 Memory with speeds up to 7200MT/s – Kingston FURY Renegade Kingston Technology 2022-07-19 | Push the limits like never before with Kingston FURY™ Renegade DDR5 memory, designed for extreme performance on next-gen DDR5 platforms. Enhance your system with the boost it needs to stay on top with ultra-fast memory up to 7200MT/s*. Kingston FURY Renegade DDR5 features a sleek, newly designed black and silver aluminum heat spreader to complement the look of the latest PC builds by system builders and DIY PC enthusiasts. Available in single module capacities of 16GB and dual channel kits of 2 with capacities of 32GB. kingston.com/en/memory/gaming/fury-renegade-ddr5 Whether you’re creating content, multi-tasking or pushing the limits to the extremes for your bleeding edge game title, Kingston FURY Renegade DDR5 memory is the ideal choice for gamers, enthusiasts, content creators and extreme overclockers. 100% factory tested at speed and backed by a limited lifetime warranty and over 30 years of expertise, Kingston FURY Renegade DDR5 gives you the best of both worlds: extreme performance and maximum peace of mind. Kingston FURY is with you, right at the boundaries of what is possible.* Learn more kingston.com/en/blog/pc-performance/mts-vs-mhz about megatransfers per second - MT/s denotes megatransfers (million transfers) per second and represents the effective data rate (speed) of DDR (Double Data Rate) SDRAM memory in computing. A DDR SDRAM memory module transfers data on the rise and fall of every clock cycle (1 Hz).Ex: DDR4-3200 (PC4-3200)Clock Rate: 1600MHzData Rate: 3200MT/sBandwidth: 25,600 MB/s (25.6 GB/s)
Kingston FURY™ Renegade DDR5 RGB Memory – Kingston Technology Kingston Technology 2022-07-18 | Game in style with Kingston FURY™ Renegade DDR5 RGB** memory, designed for extreme performance on next-gen DDR5 platforms. Give your system the performance boost and flair needed to stay on top with ultra-fast memory up to 7200MT/s* and utilizing FURY CTRL, 16 customizable RGB lighting effects. Kingston FURY Renegade DDR5 RGB features a sleek, newly designed black and silver heat spreader with dynamic LED light bar utilizing Kingston’s patented Infrared Sync Technology to provide smooth, synchronized RGB lighting effects to complement the look of the latest PC builds.kingston.com/en/memory/gaming/fury-renegade-ddr5-rgb Whether you’re creating content, multi-tasking or pushing the limits to the extremes for your bleeding edge game title, Kingston FURY Renegade DDR5 RGB memory is the ideal choice for gamers, enthusiasts, content creators and extreme overclockers. 100% factory tested at speed and backed by a limited lifetime warranty and over 30 years of expertise, dependable Kingston FURY Renegade DDR5 RGB gives you the best of both worlds: extreme performance and maximum peace of mind.* Learn more kingston.com/en/blog/pc-performance/mts-vs-mhz about megatransfers per second - MT/s denotes megatransfers (million transfers) per second and represents the effective data rate (speed) of DDR (Double Data Rate) SDRAM memory in computing. A DDR SDRAM memory module transfers data on the rise and fall of every clock cycle (1 Hz).Ex: DDR4-3200 (PC4-3200)Clock Rate: 1600MHzData Rate: 3200MT/sBandwidth: 25,600 MB/s (25.6 GB/s)** Lighting customizable with Kingston FURY CTRL software or with motherboard RGB control software. RGB customization support through third-party software may vary.
How to Physically Clean Your Computer – DIY in 5 Ep 176 Kingston Technology 2022-07-17 | Computers are as prone to getting dusty as any other possession. Dust and dirt in and on your PC can cause issues such as overheating and slowing down, and can even damage machines if left unchecked. DIY in 5 can help with tips on keeping your computer physically clean to extend its lifespan.The first thing you can do to preserve your computer is to keep it off the floor, particularly carpet. Computers in homes with furry friends may have to deal with shedding fur clogging fans and other parts. A stand or shelf that can hold your tower off the floor can be useful, if you don’t have room for it on your desk. Dust buildup can seriously hinder fan efficiency. You may notice a drop in airflow when your CPU begins to run hotter. Your fan may sound louder as it tries to work harder in order to provide the same effect. We have some simple cleaning tips that can prevent this issue. We recommend that you wear an anti-static wristband to avoid causing static damage to your components while cleaning; or at least frequently grounding yourself by touching the case. When working inside a PC, wear shoes with rubber soles, and avoid working on carpet if you can. As with any cleaning, it helps to wear a dust mask or respirator.Unplug your computer and move it to somewhere well-ventilated, or at least somewhere with an open door or window. Remove your computer’s side (and if possible, front) panels. Use a lint-free cloth or can of compressed air to clean out dust filters or collections in the case. Vacuum up dust that has fallen outside of the case, but do not vacuum inside. If your computer is groaning and grinding loud enough to sound human, you may need to deep clean. That requires removing many of the components in the case. We don’t advise removing the CPU, but easily extractable components like RAM sticks, video cards, and hard drives can all come out (and be carefully placed on a non-conductive surface). Clean all crevices, heat sinks, dust filters, and surfaces with compressed air and a lint-free cloth. Be sure to clean each individual fan blade. If blades aren’t moving even after cleaning, they may need to be replaced. You can use isopropyl alcohol on cotton swabs to clean oil or fingerprints off. In covered areas, components such as graphics cards may get dusty. You may be able to disassemble them to clean thoroughly, but some will void your warranty to open and require specific tools. Use compressed air with a straw as an alternative, to dislodge stubborn dust. A damp cloth, not too wet, can also pick up a lot of dust and grime from cases. When reassembling your computer, do cable management to avoid dust buildup. Check our previous videos for a DIY in 5 that focuses on cable management.Dust your computer every 3-6 months, and deep clean at least once every two years to avoid overheating risks. Deep cleans every year or less is a good habit to maintain to keep your computer ticking along nicely. Accumulation of dust will kill your PC’s fans, which reduces airflow, which causes heat, which ages components. A CPU’s fan failing can kill your entire system. Most modern BIOS have a killswitch for this eventuality though. Until your CPU fan is replaced, however, your PC will be unusable. Frequent cleaning can prevent this from happening for many years, however.Got questions about the video or Kingston products? COMMENT or contact us on SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter: twitter.com/kingstontech Instagram: instagram.com/kingstontechnologyFacebook: facebook.com/kingstontechnologyLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/kingston__________________________________SUBSCRIBE for more DIY in 5 videos, and receive updates on the latest in Kingston’s memory & storage development, plus guides on getting peak performance from your hardware:youtube.com/channel/UCLlmpSSdRdFbd_p9oNPcGfA0:00 Intro1:43 Prepare2:42 Deep Clean4:04 Outro
USB 3.2 Gen 2 with USB-C or USB-A Series – Kingston DataTraveler® Max Kingston Technology 2022-07-11 | Kingston’s DataTraveler® Max series USB flash drives leverage the latest USB 3.2 Gen 2 standard to deliver record-breaking read/write speeds up to 1,000/900MB/s**. Designed with portability and convenience in mind, the unique ridged casing protects the connector when not in use and is easily moved with a single motion. Available in USB Type-C®* and Type-A connections to support next-gen and traditional laptops and desktops. The DT Max series delivers premium performance and expanded capacities up to 1TB*** making them the ideal solution for transferring and storing large digital files such as HD photos, 4K/8K videos, music and more.kingston.com/en/usb-flash-drives/datatraveler-maxBoth the Type-C and Type-A connector varieties in the DT Max series are backed by a limited five-year warranty, free technical support and legendary Kingston reliability. *USB Type-C® and USB-C® are registered trademarks of USB Implementers Forum.** Speed may vary due to host hardware, software and usage.*** Some of the listed capacity on a Flash storage device is used for formatting and other functions and thus is not available for data storage. As such, the actual available capacity for data storage is less than what is listed on the products. For more information, go to Kingston's Flash Memory Guide.
How to Setup the Kingston Ironkey™ Locker+ 50 Kingston Technology 2022-07-05 | In this video, we will walk you through the simple setup process to get your Kingston Ironkey Locker+ 50 Encrypted USB Flash Drive ready to use.Getting StartedTo get started, insert the LP50 directly into your laptop or desktop. The LP50 can be used with compatible PC or Mac devices. When your OS detects the drive, select the Ironkey.exe option in File Explorer for Windows, or for macOS double-click the IRONKEY volume on your desktop then double-click the Ironkey application to start the initialization process. Follow the prompts to select your language, review and accept the license agreement.Creating a PasswordCreate a password using either the Complex or Passphrase mode. Complex Password must be between 6 and 16 characters and contain at least 3 of the following:, upper case, lower case, numerical digit, special character. Passphrase Password must be between 10 and 64 characters and can contain any combination of numbers, letters or special characters. Here you will also have the option to enable Admin and User password roles which allow for Multi-password use that the Admin can manage, along with additional features that can be useful. If you want to enable or disable this feature after your LP50 has been set up, you will need to reset the drive and follow these steps to set it up again. Choose your mode, enter your password and a hint to help if it’s forgotten, select “enable Admin and User passwords” and then click “next” to proceed with setting up the User password. Please note that the mode chosen here applies to both Admin and User passwords, and it cannot be changed unless the LP50 is reset. Proceed to create a password for the User role and click next. On this screen, you have the option to enter your contact information, which can include your name, company information, and a way to reach you like a phone number or email address. This is helpful in the event your drive is lost and the information is available for the finder to return it to you. Click ‘OK’ to complete the setup process and unlock the LP50 to securely store your data. To review any changes made in the setup process, simply unplug the drive and plug back in.Additional FeaturesAfter setting up your LP50, you will have the ability to accept the optional USBtoCloud license so that your data is automatically backed up to your cloud storage every time you log in. Or you can choose to decline and will no longer see this feature. For more information on additional drive settings and troubleshooting tips, please visit http://kingston.com/en/support/technical/products/iklp50 Got questions about the video or Kingston products? COMMENT or contact us on SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter: twitter.com/kingstontech Instagram: instagram.com/kingstontechnologyFacebook: facebook.com/kingstontechnologyLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/kingston
USB Drive with XTS-AES Encryption – Kingston IronKey Locker+ 50 Encrypted USB Drive Kingston Technology 2022-07-04 | Kingston IronKey Locker+ 50 USB Flash drives provide consumer-grade security with AES hardware-encryption in XTS mode, including safeguards against BadUSB with digitally-signed firmware and Brute Force password attacks. LP50 is also TAA compliant.kingston.com/en/usb-flash-drives/ironkey-lp50-encryptedLP50 now supports multi-password (Admin and User) option with Complex or Passphrase modes. Complex mode allows for passwords from 6-16 characters using 3 out of 4 character sets. New passphrase mode allows for a numeric PIN, sentence, list of words, or even lyrics from 10 to 64 characters long. Admin can enable a User password, or reset the User password to restore access to data. To aid in password entry, the “eye” symbol can be enabled to reveal the typed in password, reducing typos leading to failed login attempts. Brute Force attack protection locks out User upon 10 invalid password entries in a row and crypto-erases the drive if the Admin password is entered incorrectly 10 times in a row. Additionally, a built-in virtual keyboard shields passwords from keyloggers or screenloggers.Locker+ 50 is designed for convenience with a small metal casing and built-in key loop to take data anywhere. LP50 also features optional USBtoCloud (by ClevX®) backup to access data on the drive from your personal cloud storage through Google Drive™, OneDrive (Microsoft®), Amazon Cloud Drive, Dropbox™ or Box. LP50 is easy for anyone to setup and use, with no application installation required; all the software and security needed is already on the drive. Works on both Windows® and macOS® so users can access files from multiple systems.• XTS-AES Encryption with Brute Force and BadUSB Attack Protection• Multi-Password (Admin and User) Option with Complex/Passphrase modes• New Passphrase Mode• Automatic Personal Cloud Backup• Additional Security Features
Extend Your SSD’s Lifespan – SSD Health Tips – DIY in 5 Ep 175 Kingston Technology 2022-07-03 | SSDs offer much greater performance and durability than HDDs, but they aren’t invincible. How can you keep track of your SSD’s health to ensure you optimize your SSD lifespan?Strengths and Weaknesses of SSDs The NAND cells in your SSD can only be programmed and erased a finite number of times. This number can be affected by several factors. Extremes of temperature are one such factor. Power outages are another: loss of power during a write cycle can be calamitous. Power surges can also be extremely damaging. Surge protectors and uninterruptible power supplies can protect against these power issues, though. Monitoring Your SSD’s StatusMaintaining and monitoring an SSD is a relatively simple affair. There are tools like wear leveling to prevent cells from burning out too quickly. There is also SMART (Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology), a tool built into most modern HDDs and SSDs. Kingston SSDs come with the Kingston SSD Management app ( kingston.com/en/support/technical/ssdmanager ), which provides all sorts of quality-of-life utilities for your drive integrity and data security concerns. Lastly, we recommend promptly updating your firmware, BIOS, and any essential drivers, to preserve best functionality for your drives.Got questions about the video or Kingston products? COMMENT or contact us on SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter: twitter.com/kingstontech Instagram: instagram.com/kingstontechnologyFacebook: facebook.com/kingstontechnologyLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/kingston__________________________________SUBSCRIBE for more DIY in 5 videos, and receive updates on the latest in Kingston’s memory & storage development, plus guides on getting peak performance from your hardware:youtube.com/channel/UCLlmpSSdRdFbd_p9oNPcGfA0:00 Intro0:56 Strengths and Weaknesses of SSDs1:35 Temperature and SSDs1:53 Powering SSDs2:58 How to Do SSD Maintenance3:48 Monitoring Your SSD’s Status5:08 Outro
Kingston IronKey™ Vault Privacy 50 Encrypted USB Drive Features Walkthrough Kingston Technology 2022-06-27 | Learn how to use all the features of your new Kingston IronKey Vault Privacy 50, with our walkthrough. We can help you with creating user and admin passwords, enabling Read-Only or Write-Protected modes, even features like One-Time Recovery passwords.Admin and User passwords are only available if you previously chose to enable that setting during initial setup. You must enter the User password first and then select “login as Admin” in order to access the full settings and features of your VP50. Remember your Virtual Keyboard feature can protect against Keylogger and Screenlogger attacks. Read-Only and Write-Protected modes are also available at login: check the box before you enter your credentials.When your drive is unlocked, you can access your files. Files are encrypted and decrypted every time they’re saved to the drive, or opened from the drive. This provides greater security for our users. If you are using Windows or macOS, you can access additional drive options from the Windows taskbar or macOS menu by clicking on the IronKey symbol.Select VP Settings from the menu that comes up after clicking on the IronKey symbol. The popup window will have tabs for login options, password options, language options, and other admin options. Changing any options here will require correctly inputting the Admin password before the options are accepted and applied.Admin Options include resetting the User password, or forcing the user to change their password on their next login with a temporary password. You can even force a Read-Only feature so that the User cannot write to the drive.If you have further questions about your Kingston IronKey Vault Privacy 50, please contact Kingston Technical Support for your region. kingston.com/en/support/technical/products/ikvp50
Cloud Gaming Tips to Maximize your Experience ☁🎮 DIY in 5 Ep 174 Kingston Technology 2022-06-19 | Cloud gaming makes new releases accessible for larger sections of the gaming community. But issues like latency can impair a gamer’s play experience.What is Cloud Gaming?Games hosted and run through cloud services, streamed to devices owned by users who subscribe to a cloud gaming service such as NVidia GeForce NOW and Google Stadia. Cloud gaming has been growing in the last few years, revolutionizing the entry cost to high-performance gaming. However, the issue with playing a game that is hosted on another system is the time it takes for user input (i.e. using the controller) to reach the cloud, and output (video and audio) to reach the user device. This is called latency. Low latency is good, meaning there’s only a short delay between the input and output.Wi-Fi and PingWi-Fi can substantially slow down a user’s experience of cloud gaming. It’s best to use an Ethernet or other wired connection. If this is impossible, such as when you’re using a mobile device, Wi-Fi is preferred over using cell data. Ping measures the amount of latency, usually in milliseconds. Under 50 milliseconds is considered to be the optimal amount for cloud gaming. 5Hz connections generally provide faster connections with less ping. If your ping is high in spite of following all the best practices, you may need to replace your router. Alternatively, make sure you aren’t using bandwidth for high-intensity online activities such as streaming, downloading, or uploading large files.Your router may support prioritizing game traffic. We recommend checking that this is an option, and making use of it. A surprising number of people shelling out for the best Internet for gaming fail to use this prioritization feature.We hope that, with these tips, you can reduce your ping and pwn your pals with pugnacious perspicacity._______________________________ Got questions about the video or Kingston products? COMMENT or contact us on SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter: twitter.com/kingstontech Instagram: instagram.com/kingstontechnologyFacebook: facebook.com/kingstontechnologyLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/kingstonSUBSCRIBE for more DIY in 5 videos, and receive updates on the latest in Kingston’s memory & storage development, plus guides on getting peak performance from your hardware:youtube.com/channel/UCLlmpSSdRdFbd_p9oNPcGfA0:00 Intro0:58 What is Cloud Gaming?1:42 Latency3:02 Wi-Fi and Ping4:32 Bonus Tip5:06 Outro
Kingston Is With You Kingston Technology 2022-06-06 | Kingston is known for many things, from memory and storage solutions like solid-state drives (SSDs) and encrypted USBs to high-performance memory. These products can be found everywhere: around people’s homes, offices, even satellites and beyond. However, even with our status as a global leader in the tech industry, Kingston is made of amazing people who operate more like a family than a large corporation.The corporate culture and brand philosophy Kingston began growing over 35 years ago has guided us in developing valued relationships with our outstanding employees, suppliers, partners and customers.Learn More at kingston.com/en/company/kingston-is-with-youData SecurityBusinesses, governments and individuals require encrypted threat prevention solutions to help mitigate risks and complement security plans, whether well-established or in development.Learn More at kingston.com/en/solutions/data-security CreatorsA family of performance storage and workflow options, from flash drives and memory cards to high-end SSDs, means you can focus on your creativity with speed, portability and convenience.Learn More at kingston.com/en/solutions/personal-storagePC EnthusiastWhether you want to beat the unbeatable, create more beauty, or simply work with confidence that your machine is future-proof, Kingston will be with you through it all.Learn More at kingston.com/en/solutions/pc-performance
The right way to securely store and access your files 💾🔒 DIY in 5 Ep 173 Kingston Technology 2022-06-05 | The need to securely store and access large amounts of content has only grown as video files become more ubiquitous and higher-resolution. How can you keep your data, from personal files to NDA-protected video, safe? Encryption is the answer.Software Encryption vs Hardware EncryptionSoftware encryption is handled by the machine while it runs all of the other tasks it is responsible for, and protected by said machine’s password. Hardware-based encryption is handled on its own dedicated device, decentralized and hidden behind the device’s own password. This makes for a much more secure situation, in the case of theft.Kingston IronKey Vault Privacy 80 External SSDThe Kingston IronKey VP80ES has an adjustable auto-timeout and supports passwords or passphrases up to 64 characters in length. It has brute force attack protection and multi-user support, so it is resistant to threat actors while also being easy for individuals and organizations to use and coordinate. Learn more at kingston.com/en/ssd/ironkey-vp80es-encrypted-external-ssdEncrypted storage devices are the best method out there for keeping content safe and easily accessible. Just don’t forget your password…_______________________________ Got questions about the video or Kingston products? COMMENT or contact us on SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter: twitter.com/kingstontech Instagram: instagram.com/kingstontechnologyFacebook: facebook.com/kingstontechnologyLinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/kingstonSUBSCRIBE for more DIY in 5 videos, and receive updates on the latest in Kingston’s memory & storage development, plus guides on getting peak performance from your hardware:youtube.com/channel/UCLlmpSSdRdFbd_p9oNPcGfA0:00 Intro1:13 Digital Footprints1:42 Encryption2:14 Software Encryption vs Hardware Encryption4:16 Setup Your IronKey VP80ES5:11 Outro
How To Setup the Kingston IronKey™ Vault Privacy 50 Encrypted USB Flash Drive Kingston Technology 2022-05-31 | The Kingston IronKey Vault Privacy 50 Encrypted USB Flash Drive is Kingston’s latest and greatest encrypted USB storage device, with FIPS 197 certification and military intelligence-grade XTS-AES 256-bit encryption. This video guides you through how to setup your IKVP50 in Windows or MacOS, including:0:08 Getting Started0:34 Create a Password (for Admin)1:32 Create User PasswordLearn more at kingston.com/en/usb-flash-drives/ironkey-vp50-encrypted______________________________________________Got questions about the video or other Kingston products? COMMENT or contact us on SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter: twitter.com/kingstontechbizInstagram: instagram.com/kingstontechnology/?hl=enFacebook: facebook.com/kingstontechnologyTikTok: tiktok.com/@kingstontechnology?lang=enSUBSCRIBE for more videos about new and upcoming Kingston memory and storage products, plus guides on getting peak performance from your hardware: youtube.com/channel/UCLlmpSSdRdFbd_p9oNPcGfA?sub_confirmation=1
XTS-AES 256-bit Encryption – IronKey Vault Privacy 50 Encrypted USB Drive Kingston Technology 2022-05-30 | Kingston IronKey Vault Privacy 50 series are premium USB drives that provide business-grade security with FIPS 197 certified AES 256-bit hardware-encryption in XTS mode, including safeguards against BadUSB with digitally-signed firmware and against Brute Force password attacks. VP50 series is also TAA compliant. Because it is encrypted storage under the user’s physical control, VP50 series are superior to using the internet and Cloud services to safeguard data. kingston.com/en/usb-flash-drives/ironkey-vp50-encryptedVault Privacy 50 supports multi-password (Admin, User, and One-Time Recovery) option with Complex or Passphrase modes. This enhances the ability to recover access to the data if one of the passwords is forgotten. Traditional Complex mode allows for password from 6-16 characters using 3 out of 4 character sets. New passphrase mode allows for a numeric PIN, sentence, list of words or even lyrics from 10 to 64 characters long. Admin can enable a User and a One-Time Recovery password or reset the User password to restore data access. To aid in password entry, the “eye” symbol can be enabled to reveal the typed-in password, reducing typos leading to failed login attempts. Brute Force attack protection locks out User or One-Time Recovery passwords upon 10 invalid passwords entered in a row and crypto-erases the drive if the Admin password is entered incorrectly 10 times in a row.To protect against potential malware on untrusted systems, both Admin and User can set Read-Only mode to write-protect the drive; additionally, the built-in virtual keyboard shields passwords from keyloggers or screenloggers.FIPS 197 certified and TAA compliant, organisations can customise and configure VP50 series drives with a Product ID (PID) for integration with standard Endpoint Management software to meet corporate IT and cybersecurity requirement through Kingston’s Customisation Programme.Small and Medium Businesses can use the Admin role to locally manage their drives, e.g. use Admin to configure or reset employee User or One-Time Recovery passwords, recover data access on locked drives and comply with laws and regulations when forensics are required.
Kingston IronKey™ Vault Privacy 80 External SSD Features Walkthrough Kingston Technology 2022-05-28 | Congratulations on your purchase of the IronKey Vault Privacy 80 External SSD. Now that you’ve performed the initial setup with the user-friendly touch screen, this video will walk you through some of the additional features and menu such as:• how to change the password• how to set up a user and admin profile• how to enter your password• how to set your drive to the read-only mode• how to set a password rules policy• how to set the auto-lock time• how to change the brightness, language, how to use the secure erase feature and how to set the touch calibration.We hope this walkthrough will help you get the most out of your! For more information or troubleshooting tips visit kingston.com/ikvp80esresources For a guide on the initial setup please watch this video: youtube.com/watch?v=zpjxEK56RDI or visit kingston.com/en/blog/data-security/ikvp80es-encrypted-ssd-quick-start-guideLearn more about the IKVP80ES: kingston.com/en/ssd/ironkey-vp80es-encyrpted-external-ssd _______________________________Got questions about the video or Kingston products? COMMENT or contact us on SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter: twitter.com/kingstontechInstagram: instagram.com/kingstontechnologyFacebook: facebook.com/kingstontechnologyLinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/company/164609?trk=tyah SUBSCRIBE for Kingston tech support videos, and receive updates on the latest in Kingston’s memory & storage development, plus guides on getting peak performance from your hardware: youtube.com/channel/UCLlmpSSdRdFbd_p9oNPcGfA?sub_confirmation=1
High-Speed USB Type-C® and Type-A Flash Drive – DataTraveler® microDuo™ 3C – Kingston Technology Kingston Technology 2022-05-27 | DataTraveler® microDuo™ 3C has a dual interface that works with both newer USB Type-C®* and traditional USB Type-A ports. It’s an ideal way to free up space on your smartphone or tablet with up to 256GB** of extra storage for your photos and videos. The eye-catching form factor offers convenient plug and play connectivity. Transfer files quickly between your devices with USB 3.2 Gen 1 speeds of up to 200MB/s read***.kingston.com/en/usb-flash-drives/datatraveler-microduo-3c-g3Whether you’re on-the-go (OTG****) for work, travel or just out capturing the moments, the DT microDuo 3C is the perfect compact companion to backup, store more, and take everywhere you go.* USB Type-C® and USB-C® are registered trademarks of USB Implementers Forum. *USB Type-C® and USB-C® are registered trademarks of USB Implementers Forum.** Some of the listed capacity on a Flash storage device is used for formatting and other functions and thus is not available for data storage. As such, the actual available capacity for data storage is less than what is listed on the products. For more information, go to Kingston's Flash Memory Guide at Kingston.com/flashguide. ** Some of the listed capacity on a Flash storage device is used for formatting and other functions and thus is not available for data storage. As such, the actual available capacity for data storage is less than what is listed on the products. For more information, go to Kingston's Flash Memory Guide at Kingston.com/flashguide.*** Speed may vary due to host hardware, software and usage. *** Speed may vary due to host hardware, software and usage.**** Works with mobile devices supporting USB-C and On-The-Go (OTG) functionality. **** Works with mobile devices supporting USB-C and On-The-Go (OTG) functionality.
Ultra-Small High-Performance USB Flash Drive - DataTraveler® Micro Kingston Technology 2022-05-26 | DataTraveler® Micro is an ultra-small, lightweight USB drive ideal for convenient plug-and-stay storage that’s compatible with computers, printers, gaming consoles and more. The drive is designed with a low-profile, premium metal casing and built-in key loop to leave in USB ports without interference. DT Micro delivers USB 3.2 Gen 1 speeds up to 200MB/s read* and up to 256GB** capacities to quickly transfer and store large files such as movies, music, games and photos. kingston.com/en/usb-flash-drives/datatraveler-micro* Write up to 15x faster than standard USB 2.0 drives (4MB/s). Speed may vary due to host hardware, software and usage.** Some of the listed capacity on a Flash storage device is used for formatting and other functions and thus is not available for data storage. As such, the actual available capacity for data storage is less than what is listed on the products. For more information, go to Kingston’s Flash Memory Guide at kingston.com/flashguide.
How to Setup the IronKey™ Vault Privacy 80 External SSD Kingston Technology 2022-05-25 | In this video, we will walk you through the simple setup process for your IronKey Vault Privacy 80 External SSD. We can help you connect the USB cable between the drive and your computer, set the language, set a password, set your SSD to the read-only mode and lock the drive. For more information on additional drive settings as well as troubleshooting tips, visitkingston.com/ikvp80esresourcesFor an extensive walkthrough of all the IKVP80ES SSD’s features please watch this video: youtube.com/watch?v=AB5dxANwRhULearn more about the IKVP80ES: kingston.com/en/ssd/ironkey-vp80es-encyrpted-external-ssd_______________________________Got questions about the video or Kingston products? COMMENT or contact us on SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter: twitter.com/kingstontechInstagram: instagram.com/kingstontechnologyFacebook: facebook.com/kingstontechnologyLinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/company/164609?trk=tyah SUBSCRIBE for Kingston tech support videos, and receive updates on the latest in Kingston’s memory & storage development, plus guides on getting peak performance from your hardware:youtube.com/channel/UCLlmpSSdRdFbd_p9oNPcGfA?sub_confirmation=1
Encrypted External SSD with Touch Screen Keypad – IronKey Vault Privacy 80 External SSD Kingston Technology 2022-05-23 | IronKey Vault Privacy 80 External SSD is Kingston’s first innovative OS-independent hardware-encrypted external SSD with touch screen for data protection. VP80ES safeguards against Brute Force attacks and BadUSB with digitally-signed firmware. Brute Force attack protection crypto-erases the drive if the Admin and User passwords are entered incorrectly 15 times* in a row by default. The drive is FIPS 197 certified with XTS-AES 256-bit encryption using a Common Criteria EAL5+ (CC EAL5+) certified secure microprocessor, and is TAA compliant.kingston.com/en/ssd/ironkey-vp80es-encrypted-external-ssdAs innate as unlocking a smartphone and simple drag & drop file transfers, VP80ES is designed to protect data while being user-friendly. Featuring an intuitive color touch screen and multi-password (Admin and User) option with numeric PIN or passphrase modes, Vault Privacy 80ES is superior to using the internet and Cloud services to safeguard data. Whether it’s important company information, client documents, or high-res images and videos, the drive is ideal for small-to-medium businesses (SMB) to content creators. It comes bundled with two USB 3.2 Gen 1 adapter cables, USB Type-C®** to Type-A and Type-C to Type-C, to allow for easy connection to computers and other devices. VP80ES makes for the perfect companion when you need secured data and content out in the field or on-the-go to enable portable productivity and convenience all in the palm of your hand. Admin can enable a User password and set up security options, such as configuring password requirements by setting the maximum number of shared attempts, minimum password length of 6-64 characters, and alphanumeric password rules. Additionally, you can utilize the ‘space’ character making it easier to remember a passphrase as a list of words, a memorable quote, or lyrics from a favorite song. Otherwise, use the PIN pad to unlock just as you would on a mobile device and to reduce failed login attempts and frustration by tapping the “eye” button to view the password as entered. As an added feature, when a User password is forgotten, the Admin password can be used to access data and restore User access.• FIPS 197 Certified with XTS-AES 256-bit Encryption• Unique Intuitive Touch screen• Multi-Password (Admin/User) Option with PIN/Passphrase modes• Configurable Password Rules• Dual Read-Only (Write Protect) Modes for Malware Protection* Brute Force attack protection crypto-erase adjustable from 10-30 password attempts** USB Type-C® and USB-C® are registered trademarks of USB Implementers Forum.
SATA M.2 SSD vs PCIe M.2 SSD - What’s the difference? – DIY in 5 Ep 172 Kingston Technology 2022-05-22 | M.2 SSDs are tiny, easy to install and super-fast but did you know that they come in two different form factors? There are indeed both SATA and PCIe varieties of M.2. They are both long and thin and look a bit like a stick of chewing gum. But they are different.InterfaceMany people think the alternative to M.2 SSDs are SATA 2.5” SSDs, and while the 2.5 inch portion is correct, SATA actually refers to the storage interface. SATA and PCIe, or PCIe NVMe, are both types of storage interface that an SSD can use. The primary difference between the two is performance and the protocol, or language, spoken by the SSD. The M.2 spec was designed to accommodate both a SATA and PCIe interface for SSDs. M.2 SATA SSDs will use the same controller currently on typical 2.5” SATA SSDs. M.2 PCIe SSDs will use a controller specifically designed to support the PCIe protocol. An M.2 SSD can only support one protocol, but some systems have M.2 sockets that can support either SATA or PCIe. An easy way to tell the difference between the two drives based on appearance alone is the notches in the connection. SATA M.2 drives will have two notches, while PCIe will only have one.PerformanceSo what’s the difference between the two? The PCIe interface is generally faster, as the SATA 3.0 spec is limited to around 600MB/s maximum speed, while PCIe Gen 2 x2 lanes are capable of up to 1000MB/s. And if you think that’s a large difference, PCIe Gen 2 x4 lanes are capable of up to 2000MB/s, and Gen 3 x4 lanes of up to 4000MB/s. Not to say that speed is everything. M.2 SSDs using the SATA protocol will generally be compatible with a wider variety of systems and can be better supported in older models, plus they are usually more affordable when it comes to PCIe. Another thing to consider is that some motherboards don’t have enough PCIe connections to support multiple PCIe NVMe drives. You might have to decide on using the available connection between a graphics card or an NVMe SSD. Other times there may be PCIe lanes available but only a certain type of connection will be able to use NVMe devices at their full speed such as an M.2 connection.For example compare the Kingston A400 SATA SSD vs Kingston KC3000 PCIe NVMe SSD. The A400 has two key notches, comes in capacities up to 480 GB and has up to 500 MB/s read and 450 MKB/s write - all at an MSRP of under $50. The Kingston KC3000 on the other hand, has one key notch here on the side, comes in capacities up to 4TB and offers 7,000 MB/s read and write speeds. The starting price for this drive is $100.So to sum up - yes, M.2 SSDs can come in both SATA and PCIe NVMe varieties. PCIe is newer and faster, while SATA is more affordable and more widely compatible with older systems. What you choose is up to you, but I hope these basic guidelines helped a bit in your shopping journey._______________________________Got questions about the video or Kingston products? COMMENT or contact us on SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter: twitter.com/kingstontechInstagram: instagram.com/kingstontechnologyFacebook: facebook.com/kingstontechnologyLinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/company/164609?trk=tyahSUBSCRIBE for more DIY in 5 videos, and receive updates on the latest in Kingston’s memory & storage development, plus guides on getting peak performance from your hardware: youtube.com/channel/UCLlmpSSdRdFbd_p9oNPcGfA?sub_confirmation=10:00 Intro0:41 What is an M.2 SSD?1:07 What is a SATA 2.5" SSD?1:26 What is the difference?2:13 How does the difference relate to performance?3:21 Comparison of a SATA M.2 SSD vs PCIe M.2 SSD
USB 3.2 Gen 1 Flash Drive - DataTraveler® Exodia™ M – Kingston Technology Kingston Technology 2022-05-10 | Kingston DataTraveler® Exodia™ M features USB 3.2 Gen 1 performance for easy access to laptops, desktop PCs, monitors and other digital devices. DT Exodia M allows quick transfers and convenient storage of documents, music, videos and more. It’s available in multiple stylish color options that correspond by capacity up to 256GB*. Its practical design makes it an ideal on the go storage solution whether at work, home or school. DT Exodia M is backed by a five-year warranty, free technical support and legendary Kingston® reliability.kingston.com/en/usb-flash-drives/datatraveler-exodia-m-moving-usb-3-2-usb-flash-drive• Moving cap design protects USB connector • Multiple color options by capacity• Loop easily attaches to key rings* Some of the listed capacity on a Flash storage device is used for formatting and other functions and thus is not available for data storage. As such, the actual available capacity for data storage is less than what is listed on the products. For more information, go to Kingston’s Flash Memory Guide at kingston.com/flashguide
How to Choose Overclock Memory – DIY in 5 Ep 171 Kingston Technology 2022-05-08 | Are you unsure of how to choose the right overclock memory for your system? Trisha and the team at Kingston are here to help!There are so many memory options out there today the decision can be overwhelming. Factors such as price, speed, capacity, even motherboard and processor limitations, can all complicate the process. Kingston has its own line of overclockable memory: FURY. Beast is our entry-level option with Plug N Play tech and XMP profiles, perfect for those who don’t want to tamper with the BIOS. Renegade is more high-end, using XMP profiles to engage the overclock. You’ll pay a little more for the fastest speeds, but what price pristine performance? Lastly, FURY’s SODIMM line for laptops and small form factor PCs, Impact, which uses Plug N Play tech to automatically engage the overclock.Kingston has a Configurator tool which will help you to match the right memory for your motherboard’s memory channel architecture. Bear in mind, most AMD/Intel computers have a dual channel memory architecture, meaning a pair of identical memory modules will provide the best performance.K2 kits are broadly the best option for overclockers, offering extreme yet stable performance. At extreme speeds, Single Rank modules tend to be more effective. Do your best not to mix kits: buy a K4 over 2 K2s at different times, to make certain that the modules are identical. This means they will work together more effectively. It’s rarely advisable to add memory modules to the second bank of sockets for Dual or Quad Channel systems, since it overly burdens the processor at high speeds.Kingston brings you DIY in 5, the bite-sized #TechTips show. Tech influencer Trisha Hershberger presents short and sweet snippets of advice on speeding up your system, storage solutions, building PCs, using cloud services, improving your mobile device’s performance, and many more topics.What is overclocking?youtube.com/watch?v=OSHchSmV9hoMore RAM or Faster RAM?youtube.com/watch?v=fQz4bSiNsoU&t=37sRanks? Latency? Channels? Check out our Memory term glossary: kingston.com/en/memory/memory-part-number-decoder#contentsection-63561Kingston's Memory Finder:kingston.com/en/memoryKingston FURY Overclock Memory:kingston.com/en/memory/gaming_______________________________Got questions about the video or Kingston products? COMMENT or contact us on SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter: twitter.com/kingstontechInstagram: instagram.com/kingstontechnologyFacebook: facebook.com/kingstontechnologyLinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/company/164609?trk=tyahSUBSCRIBE for more DIY in 5 videos, and receive updates on the latest in Kingston’s memory & storage development, plus guides on getting peak performance from your hardware: youtube.com/channel/UCLlmpSSdRdFbd_p9oNPcGfA?sub_confirmation=10:00 Intro1:00 What is overclocking?1:44 Selecting an overclocking kit2:44 Capacity3:50 Speed5:41 Outro#overclocking #memory
What is the difference between PCIe Gen 3 and PCIe Gen 4? - DIY in 5 Ep 170 Kingston Technology 2022-04-24 | If you’re confused about the benefits PCIe 4.0 components offer over alternatives, we have the details you need! PCIe Gen 4 is the market standard interface for connecting high-speed components to motherboards, from SSDs to CPUs, GPUs, and beyond.PCIe 4.0 doubles the data rate of its predecessor, PCIe 3.0. It runs more efficiently too, consuming less power. This means that it produces less heat. Performance for modular items like SSDs and graphics cards greatly benefits from upgrading to 4.0.PCIe Gen 4 devices only achieve their potential in circumstances where the CPU and motherboard are compatible with the protocol. While initially only a handful of AMD motherboards were able to support PCIe Gen 4, these days there are many varieties of Intel and AMD motherboards that are compatible, as well as a range of CPUs.People will sometimes conflate PCIe and NVMe. It is important to understand that NVMe is a protocol for SSDs, not an interface like PCIe. PCIe NVMe SSDs are far faster than SATA SSDs, but it should be noted that many recent PCIe NVMe SSDs were themselves having their top performance inhibited by the limitations of PCIe Gen 3. Gen 4 has resolved this bottleneck, meaning that PCIe NVMe SSDs are extremely fast compared to the last generation of SSDs. The majority of PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSDs on the market are in M.2 form factor, though others are available if required.PCIe Gen 5 is already being rolled out, with Intel Gen 5 CPUs already available. However, these are not yet fully compatible with products on the market at present. Technology marches on, but for now, PCIe 4.0 offers the best performance possible for personal computers.Learn more at kingston.com/en/blog/data-security/using-encrypted-usb Kingston brings you DIY in 5, the bite-sized #TechTips show. Tech influencer Trisha Hershberger presents short and sweet snippets of advice on speeding up your system, storage solutions, building PCs, using cloud services, improving your mobile device’s performance, and many more topics._______________________________Got questions about the video or Kingston products? COMMENT or contact us on SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter: twitter.com/kingstontechInstagram: instagram.com/kingstontechnologyFacebook: facebook.com/kingstontechnologyLinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/company/164609?trk=tyah SUBSCRIBE for more DIY in 5 videos, and receive updates on the latest in Kingston’s memory & storage development, plus guides on getting peak performance from your hardware: youtube.com/channel/UCLlmpSSdRdFbd_p9oNPcGfA?sub_confirmation=1_______________________________CHAPTERS:Opening: 0:00Intro: 0:27About the PCIe Gen 4 Interface: 1:09Supported Motherboards: 3:00What is the difference between PCIe and NVME? : 3:40Differences between Gen 3 and Gen 4 for SSDs: 4:07What about PCIe Gen 5?: 4:44Outro: 5:21#DIYin5 #PCIe4 #PCIeGen4
Class 10 SD Card - UHS-II, U3, V90 - Canvas React Plus SD - Kingston Technology Kingston Technology 2022-04-12 | Kingston’s Canvas React Plus SD card delivers high-performance speeds which are designed to work with industry-standard professional cameras for creatives that shoot 4K/8K videos and high-resolution photos. Designed with the latest UHS-II standards and top-of-the-line U3 and V90 speed classes, the Canvas React Plus SD enables you to shoot sequential burst-mode shots with recording speeds of up to 260MB/s*. Execute your creativity without experiencing slow speeds and dropped frames while maximizing workflow and efficiency. With transfer speeds of up to 300MB/s*, enhance your post-production process and handle heavy workloads with ease while capturing cinematic quality in high-resolutions.kingston.com/en/memory-cards/canvas-react-plus-sd-cardKingston’s Canvas React Plus SD card is the go-to performance SD card for content creators making their way in digital filmmaking and professional photography.*Based on internal testing performance will vary based on host device. Advertised speeds require Kingston MobileLite Plus Reader and compatible UHS-II host device. Backwards compatible with UHS-I devices.
Everything You Need to Know About Valve’s Steam Deck – DIY in 5 Ep 169 Kingston Technology 2022-04-10 | Valve’s new portable platform promises powerful PC gaming. But does it deliver? We pop the hood to find out everything you need to know about Valve's Steam Deck.Valve partnered with AMD to build a hybrid CPU/GPU that powers the tiny but mighty machine. It features a trackpad, gyro, haptics, plus buttons and joysticks for handheld gaming, as well as ports for preferred peripherals. Those who have preordered a Steam Deck handheld report it is equally at home with indie games and AAA blockbusters like God of War and Elden Ring, measuring up impressively to the older Nintendo Switch console.The Steam Deck is built to be upgrade-friendly. Storage can be an issue with the base model offering only 64GB, but there are 256GB and 512GB NVMe SSD options. The platform also features microSD card slots for additional storage: perfect for Kingston’s Canvas Go Plus microSD. youtube.com/watch?v=lpqy6V9NNOMValve is indicating that it expects and even encourages tech enthusiasts to crack the case and modify the Steam Deck. It published a video of a device teardown and sent replacement parts to services like iFixit for sale to customers. There are already examples of people using the machine in novel ways, from work PC to streaming device to portable media center. Valve will release peripherals to facilitate this as the platform matures such as dock planned for late Spring 2022 to connect to external displays, wired internet, USB peripherals and power. You can also use a USB-C hub with it like the Nucleum youtube.com/watch?v=5OPEVDliWqY which features HDMI output, USB-A, SD and MicroSD card readers and power passthrough.Do you have a Steam Deck, and have you had the chance for any DIY with it yet? Let us know in the comments!Kingston brings you DIY in 5, the bite-sized #TechTips show. Tech influencer Trisha Hershberger presents short and sweet snippets of advice on speeding up your system, storage solutions, building PCs, using cloud services, improving your mobile device’s performance, and many more topics._______________________________Got questions about the video or Kingston products? COMMENT or contact us on SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter: twitter.com/kingstontechInstagram: instagram.com/kingstontechnologyFacebook: facebook.com/kingstontechnologyLinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/company/164609?trk=tyah SUBSCRIBE for more DIY in 5 videos, and receive updates on the latest in Kingston’s memory & storage development, plus guides on getting peak performance from your hardware: youtube.com/channel/UCLlmpSSdRdFbd_p9oNPcGfA?sub_confirmation=1_______________________________CHAPTERS:Intro 0:00About Steam Deck 0:58Games 2:08Additional Storage 2:18Upgradability and Reparability 3:11Outro 3:33#DIYin5 #SteamDeck #PCGaming
Console Storage Upgrade - DIY in 5 Ep 168 Kingston Technology 2022-03-25 | What are your options for upgrading the storage on your gaming console? We run through the SSDs, HDDs, and microSDs to boost your PS5, XBox, or Nintendo Switch!Storage for consoles is often underwhelming out of the box, with capacity for only a few of today’s AAA games. While the Xbox Series X and S, the PS5, and the PS4 will accept external drives (like USB flash drives), the PS5 has very specific internal drive requirements. It will only accept PCIe Gen 4.0 M.2 NVMe SSDs, such as Kingston’s FURY Renegade SSD.Newer games are built with fast storage in mind, so new consoles will often not permit you to run games from external drives, but devices like Kingston’s DataTraveler Kyson USB flash drive, or the XS2000 portable SSD, are suitable for game storage (to be transferred to the internal drive for active play).The Nintendo Switch approaches console storage in a simpler way. Only microSDXC or microSDHC memory cards will do, to be inserted in the hybrid console’s storage slot. Kingston’s Canvas Go! Plus products are perfect for this purpose. Remember that most Switch game cards won’t require additional installations, so depending on whether you primarily download digital games, or purchase hard copies, your storage requirements may vary.Which games are taking up the most space on your console right now? Breath of the Wild? Halo Infinite? Horizon Forbidden West? Let us know in the comments below.Kingston brings you DIY in 5, the bite-sized #TechTips show. Tech influencer Trisha Hershberger presents short and sweet snippets of advice on speeding up your system, storage solutions, building PCs, using cloud services, improving your mobile device’s performance, and many more topics._______________________________Got questions about the video or Kingston products? COMMENT or contact us on SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter: twitter.com/kingstontechInstagram: instagram.com/kingstontechnologyFacebook: facebook.com/kingstontechnologyLinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/company/164609?trk=tyahSUBSCRIBE for more DIY in 5 videos, and receive updates on the latest in Kingston’s memory & storage development, plus guides on getting peak performance from your hardware: youtube.com/channel/UCLlmpSSdRdFbd_p9oNPcGfA?sub_confirmation=1_______________________________CHAPTERS:0:00 Pre-Roll0:25 Intro1:07 Which capacity of console storage to choose?1:47 Which format of console storage do I need?2:04 Game storage for Playstation 5 and Playstation 42:40 (Kingston FURY Renegade PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 SSD - kingston.com/en/ssd/gaming/kingston-fury-renegade-nvme-m2-ssd )2:57 (KC600 SATA SSD - kingston.com/en/ssd/kc600-sata-solid-state-drive )3:43 Game storage for Xbox3:51 (XS2000 Portable USB Drive - kingston.com/en/ssd/xs2000-portable-usb-c-solid-state-drive )4:02 Game storage for Nintendo Switch4:20 (Kingston Canvas Go! Plus microSD - kingston.com/en/memory-cards/canvas-go-plus-microsd-card )4:45 Conclusion#DIYin5 #ConsoleGaming #PS5Storage #PS4Storage #XboxStorage #SwitchStorage
Updating Your PC Setup with RGB Lighting - DIY in 5 Ep 167 Kingston Technology 2022-03-11 | 0:29 What is RGB?RGB is the red, green and blue color model that is used to create a full spectrum of color customization in a wide array of electronics. But when a PC enthusiast or gamer refers to RGB, they usually mean decorative RGB lighting. These colored LEDs can be on everything from peripherals to furniture to wall décor to inside the PC itself. Despite the jokes, RGB does not increase PC performance, but instead just gives a vibe. Whether you prefer a sleek color theme or a unicorn rainbow explosion, I think we can all agree it’s cool to have 16 million plus colors.0:56 What has RGB?RGB is all about customization, it’s not an all or nothing buy in. You can start with small RGB upgrades and find your comfort level if you like. From simple LED strips and LED lamps to peripherals like keyboards, headsets and mice with RGB, there are lots of options. There’s even RGB mousepads, monitors, headset stands. Inside your PC, you can find RGB options on RAM, some motherboards, fans and PC cases with RGB accents as well. You may have even seen RGB home décor with light strips, color changing smart lights, RGB showerheads and even toilets.2:03 How many colors can you get?While you may see some devices that only offer one or two color combinations, true RGB means you have over 16 million colors that you can customize and coordinate however you like. 2:15 How do you control RGB lights?This control can be done a few different ways - from a physical button or an IR remote to software solutions. Note that if you have a few RGB products from different manufacturers, they may each have their own control systems. If you would like a full sync up, it might take some trial and error. Different companies have come up with different solutions to make the sync across different devices easier. Kingston’s patent-pending infrared sync technology is built right into the memory module, allowing multiple modules to sync LED lighting and produce an exceptional color and pattern display. Powered directly from the motherboard, this technology provides an enhanced visual experience of RGB memory for gaming, overclocking PCs and DIY system builds. Pretty cool.2:59 What are the benefits of RGB?Having ambient lighting can affect mood, help light up a workstation or gaming setup late into the evening hours, sync up with certain games to trigger lighting based on health status or other in game events, and even be customized to change lights in your PC based on heat, which could be especially nice for overclocking or systems under frequent heavy load. With more people than ever streaming and sharing content online, having new ways to express your individuality and make your gaming room look exactly how you want it is a common desire and having extra practical benefits makes it even sweeter.3:44 Is RGB for you?Are there negatives to adding RGB to your setup? Not really. Personal preference plays into it quite a bit. You may prefer a simpler look to your setup and decide RGB isn’t for you. Concerns that RGB can actually diminish PC performance due to heat, power or airflow are by and large outdated and unfounded. RGB components draw very little power from your system and give off a negligible amount of heat, and RGB lights can last over 40 years, so you aren’t looking at constant replacements.Will you have a go at an RGB look for your setup? Share it in the comments below if so._______________________________Kingston brings you DIY in 5, the bite-sized #TechTips show. Tech influencer Trisha Hershberger presents short and sweet snippets of advice on speeding up your system, storage solutions, building PCs, using cloud services, improving your mobile device’s performance, and many more topics._______________________________Got questions about the video or Kingston products? COMMENT or contact us on SOCIAL MEDIA:Twitter: twitter.com/kingstontechInstagram: instagram.com/kingstontechnologyFacebook: facebook.com/kingstontechnologyLinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/company/164609?trk=tyahSUBSCRIBE for more DIY in 5 videos, and receive updates on the latest in Kingston’s memory & storage development, plus guides on getting peak performance from your hardware: youtube.com/c/kingston?sub_confirmation=1#RGB#RGBGaming#RGBLighting@Trisha Hershberger
DDR5 Memory 8GB-64GB – Kingston FURY™ Impact SODIMM Kingston Technology 2022-03-01 | Your notebook or small-form-factor machine can now experience the latest, cutting-edge memory technology with Kingston FURY™ Impact DDR5. With Intel® XMP 3.0 Certified SODIMM kit capacities of up to 64GB, Kingston FURY Impact DDR5 packs all the enhanced features of DDR5 into a slim, compact form factor. Kingston FURY Impact DDR5’s innovative Plug N Play* overclocking technology automatically supports 4800MT/s with lower latencies at 1.1V, giving your system a boost in performance without having to enable a profile.kingston.com/memory/gaming/kingston-fury-impact-ddr5-memory• Mighty DDR5 SODIMM performance• Plug N Play automatic overclocking functionality* • Intel® XMP 3.0 Certified • Lower power consumption, increased efficiency• Improved stability with on-die ECC* Kingston FURY Plug N Play memory will run in DDR5 systems up to the speed allowed by the manufacturer’s system BIOS. PnP cannot increase the system memory speed faster than is allowed by the manufacturer’s BIOS. Kingston FURY Plug N Play DDR5 products support XMP 3.0 specifications, so overclocking can also be achieved by enabling the built-in XMP Profile.
