Title: Teardown of MSI Gaming Desktop
Introduction: Simon introduces the video by stating his intention to perform a teardown on an MSI gaming desktop. He plans to demonstrate what components can be upgraded, such as RAM and hard drives, and possibly changing the power supply or graphics card. He also references a separate video where he conducted a benchmark test on the same desktop.
Disassembly Process:
- Simon starts by removing the side panel with a Phillips screwdriver, revealing the internal components.
- He points out the power supply, which is a 350-watt model (HA350), and suggests it’s quite low-end for upgrading graphics cards.
- He notes the cluttered cable management and suggests rerouting cables for better airflow.
- The exhaust fan is only 80mm with no intake fan at the front, indicating a potential area for improvement.
Motherboard and RAM:
- The motherboard is a Micro ATX with limited space for upgrades.
- The desktop has two RAM slots, both occupied with 8 GB DDR4 RAM sticks. Simon suggests upgrading to larger RAM if needed.
Graphics Card:
- The desktop has an MSI GTX 1660 Super graphics card with an 8-pin PCIe power connector.
- Simon suggests that upgrading the graphics card would require upgrading the power supply due to its limited capacity.
Storage Upgrades:
- The desktop includes a 512 GB M.2 SSD.
- Simon explains how to upgrade to a larger M.2 SSD and suggests a cloning process to transfer data from the old drive to the new one.
- Additional storage can be added, with space for up to four more drives. He demonstrates how to install additional SSDs or HDDs and the necessary SATA cables.
Wi-Fi Card:
- The desktop includes a built-in Wi-Fi card.
Cooling System and Fans:
- Simon discusses the potential for adding a larger intake fan at the front of the case using zip ties and a power adapter for the fan.
Conclusion: Simon concludes the video by summarizing the upgrade possibilities for the MSI gaming desktop, including RAM, storage, graphics card, and cooling system. He encourages viewers to ask questions in the comments, likes, and subscribes for more content. He also reminds viewers to check out his benchmark test video for the same desktop.
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