PC Setup Guide

Overview

• When setting up a new PC, outcomes can vary:
  • It works great
  • It's dead
  • It's slow or laggy
• Solutions differ based on system specifications and configurations.

PC Build Specifications

• Processor: Intel Core i9-13900K
• Memory: 32GB Corsair Vengeance DDR5-6400 (2x16GB, XMP 1 profile)
• Motherboard: Asus ROG Maximus Z790 Hero

Initial Setup Steps

1. Clean Install Windows:

   • Use Windows 10 22H2 or Windows 11 23H2.
   • Obtain installation through a media creation tool.

2. Install Drivers:

   • Load all appropriate drivers post-OS installation.

3. Update Windows:

   • Apply the latest patches via Windows Update.

4. System Restore Backup:

   • Create a restore point for system recovery.

5. Windows Defender Exclusions:

   • Set exclusions for NVIDIA cache, logs, and registry files using PowerShell.

6. Disable Virtualization-Based Security (VBS):

   • Disable Memory Integrity in Windows Security settings.

BIOS Configuration Guide

• BIOS Version: Asus version 1801

Basic BIOS Steps:

• Backup current settings.
• Load Optimized Defaults.

Performance Tweaks:

• Set Ai Overclock Tuner to XMP 1.
• Enable MultiCore Enhancement, set SVID Behavior to Typical Scenario.

Advanced CPU Settings:

• CPU Configuration:
  • Disable Intel SpeedStep and Speed Shift Technology.
  • Enable CPU C-states, but disable Enhanced C-states.
  • Set Package C State Limit to C6.

System Management Settings:

• Disable power management to favor BIOS control.

Optional BIOS Adjustments

• Disable unnecessary features based on personal use (e.g., Legacy USB Support, Onboard Audio).

Benchmarking and Performance

• Benchmark using Cinebench 2024 with Windows Defender disabled.
• Observed results:
  • Multi-Core: ~90°C, 2255 score, 288 watts average.
  • Single-Core: ~68°C, 62 watts average.

Conclusion

• Improved PC responsiveness in both Windows 10 and 11 for gaming, video rendering, and office use.
• Power consumption managed better with lower C-States.

Miscellaneous

• Future videos will cover configurations on different motherboards.
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This guide summarizes steps and settings to optimize performance of a new PC. Adjust based on individual requirements and consult a tech-savvy individual if unsure about BIOS changes.