The Fix

Troubleshooting, stability testing, and the problems that show up after the build video ends. Practical fixes that save you a 2 a.m. forum spiral.

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The Fix | Aug 14, 2026

Stability Testing: What I Run, How Long, and When to Stop

A practical PC stability testing guide covering Clint's specific protocol: Prime95 for CPU, MemTest86 for RAM, OCCT for GPU, and real gaming sessions for overall validation. Includes exact durations, pass/fail criteria, and the discipline of knowing when additional testing stops adding value and starts wasting electricity.

The Fix | Aug 13, 2026

Coil Whine: When to Worry, When to Ignore

Coil whine fix strategies depend on identifying whether the noise is normal GPU inductor vibration or a sign of component trouble. FPS capping, VSync, power target adjustment, and undervolting are the fixes that work. PSU-related whine or new whine on a previously quiet card warrants further investigation.