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In this video, let's go over everything you need to do after a gaming (or not) system is built. This includes updating the BIOS with proper initial settings; Installing Windows 11 with your own bootable USB media; and essentials to configure inside the OS for proper runtime. GGHF Buy items in this video from Amazon at the links below: Check out the Shadow Base 800 (sponsor) - https://geni.us/SHADOWBASE800 Timestamps: 0:00 - The Setup! 0:21 - The 16-pin 12VHPWR is Dangerous! 0:58 - ALWAYS boot like this! 1:30 - The 3 Most Important things in the BIOS! 2:13 - Updating the BIOS (How to) 4:12 - Disable XMP and MCE! 4:53 - Set CORRECT PCIe X16 lane speed (for riser cables) 6:01 - Set AIO Pump / Fan Speeds in the BIOS 6:26 - Click for Good Luck (Sponsor) 6:56 - Installing WINDOWS 11 (Create Bootable Media) 7:53 - Windows 11 Install Settings 10:07 - Windows 11 Install without WiFi 11:37 - Change Time Zone & Power Plan 12:25 - TASK Manager Housekeeping 13:40 - Disable Privacy Settings 15:31 - RIGHT Click Menu hack 15:54 - Installing GPU Drivers (NVIDIA) 17:15 - BIOS Final Touches (iGPU, XMP, Profiles etc) GET MERCH ►https://hwcstore.com SUBSCRIBE ►https://bit.ly/SubHWC This video is sponsored by be quiet! As per Hardware Canucks guidelines, no review direction was received from manufacturer. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. Follow us for more updates! Twitter https://bit.ly/HWC_Twitter FaceBook https://bit.ly/HWC_Facebook Instagram https://bit.ly/HWC_Instagram -------------------------------------------------------------- #hardwarecanucks #GamingPC #HowTo
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