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Building a Green PC

Posted by kdawson on from the in-time-for-st.-patrick's dept.

Kermit writes "Ars Technica has put together a green DIY system building guide. The idea is to build a PC offering decent energy efficiency as well as solid performance. The 'Green Gaming Box' draws about 125W at full load (not including a monitor); the minimalist 'Extreme Green Box' uses a mini-ITX case and a VIA CPU-motherboard combo for about 30W at typical load. If you want to mix and match components, or modify your current system so that it uses less energy, there are plenty of options for swapping out individual components."

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  1. Nothing is easier by Bin+Naden · · Score: 3, Funny

    Nothing is easier than building a green PC, just take out the can of green spray paint.

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  2. Kermit writes by MT628496 · · Score: 4, Funny

    Am I the only one that chuckled at this?

  3. Re:Energy Efficiency by demon+driver · · Score: 5, Funny

    I am not a big fan of VIA As far as I understood TFA, the low-consumption VIA CPUs actually don't need big fans.
  4. Notes from the Thinkpad manual by GameboyRMH · · Score: 5, Funny

    And you can beat a burglar to death with it. 12-c: Using your Thinkpad as a Weapon

    Your Thinkpad can be used in self defense, should the situation arise. If your model is not equipped with a solid-state disk, or a conventional hard disk with a safety accelerometer, the computer should be put into standy or hibernation mode, or ideally powered off before use as a weapon.

    Technique

    Grasp the Thinkpad firmly with both hands at the front corners, and swing down on your target, striking with the underside and rear corners. Do not swing the Thinkpad by any cords or dongles. Advanced users may hold the unit by the front with one hand for fast melee attacks.

    After Battle

    Open the unit and ensure that all internal components are seated properly, as some may have come loose during battle. Clean any spills with a slightly damp cloth and dry immediately. If bodily fluids should find their way inside the laptop, hold it upside-down and let the fluids drain out, remove the battery and send it to the nearest Certified Repair Center.

    Refer to section 5-a on installation and removal of internal components.

    *Note that battle damage is only covered under the Extended Service Warranty.
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