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A tech-oriented blog from a Linux user


Latest blog updates

2026-11-02AMD AM5 motherboard problems: New article.
2026-10-12GPU (AMD IGP) passthrough using QEMU-KVM: New article.
2026-04-14Thermoforming hockey skates: New article.
2026-04-12My woodworking journey: New article.
2026-04-12DIY wooden furniture: New article.
2026-04-10Panther's DIY Wapanese Bed: Add maintenance update.
2026-04-08Updating old USB connectors: New article.
2026-04-07Toksinen suhde (in Finnish): New article.

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AMD AM5 motherboard problems

USB 3.2 Gen 2 not working, DDR5 troubles

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When I built my new AMD AM5 computer I ran into a lot of problems with several motherboards. The least known seems to be the UAS driver not working with certain USB devices. I wrote a recap about my journey spanning four AM5 motherboards.

Keychron M6 (1K, PixArt 3311) review

With modding and comparison to Logitech MX Master

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I used my original Logitech MX Master mouse for eight years until it finally broke down a few months ago. I needed a new mouse, and the new Keychron M6 with PixArt 3311 sensor seemed to fit my criteria. Check out how it compares to the original MX Master.

Installing Microsoft Intune on Ubuntu 24.04 LTS

Unable to register first, but solved the problem

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I just received my new work computer. Our company policy requires us to install Microsoft Intune. I had some trouble as Intune kept saying "Get the app" instead of "Register". Here's how I solved the problem.

Alesis Turbo Mesh Kit review

Are cheap electronic drums good for learning to play?

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For the longest time I was considering to start playing the drums. A few years ago I finally did buy a cheap electronic drum set. This review I was supposed to write already two years ago, but better late then never I guess. Check it out to learn how a cheap drum set works for a beginner!

Updates

2023-12-06Add instructions for macOS and MidiPipe.

Updating PC hardware in the 2020s

Optimization still requires knowledge

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In December 2019 I updated my PC to cutting edge technology. Unlike in my older PC article, things aren't yet obsolete, so I figured I'll write what one needs to bear in mind if they want to optimize a new PC build. I'll also discuss some hardware/firmware bugs that still bother modern components.

Motu M4 review

With measurements and Linux notes

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As new motherboards don't have a PCI bus anymore, finding high-quality, low-latency audio devices that work in Linux might be hard. Released in November 2019, the Motu M4 promises class-compliance, low latency and superb sound quality. How does it measure against its specifications in practice? Read the article to find out.

Updates

2020-12-21Add Ubuntu 20.04.1 LTS and RT audio info; some tidying up.
2020-08-31Add note about fixed duplex sound support.
2020-06-06Add note about systemd and realtime audio.
2020-04-13Add more Linux compatibility tests and notes.
2020-03-31Add note about switching the sample rate.
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