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# Documentation Updates Log
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## November 21-22, 2025 - Community Corrections Applied
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### Critical Corrections from Discord (DeathStalker, Astrocast)
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#### Kernel Version Information (FIXED)
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**Issue:** Documentation incorrectly stated "AVOID 6.15+" entirely
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**Correct Information:**
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- **6.15.0 - 6.15.6**: BROKEN (GPU initialization fails)
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- **6.15.7 - 6.17.7**: WORKS (kernel support fixed)
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- **6.17.8+**: BROKEN AGAIN (GPU driver issues return)
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- **6.12 - 6.14 LTS**: Works (stable fallback)
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**Recommended:** 6.15.7 - 6.17.7 for best compatibility
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**Files Updated (15):** All kernel warnings across docs/linux/, docs/troubleshooting/, docs/getting-started/, docs/index.md, docs/reference/
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---
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#### Safety-Critical PSU Corrections (FIXED)
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**Removed Unsafe PSU Recommendations:**
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1. **Dell D220P-01 (220W)** - Too low power, reported to "cut out or break"
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2. **Dell D250AD-00 (250W)** - Too low power, insufficient for peak loads
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3. **LED PSUs** - Unreliable ripple current, too hit or miss to recommend
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**Power Requirements Updated:**
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- Minimum PSU: 300W on 12V rail (was 250W)
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- Minimum power draw: 70W (not 50W - never observed that low)
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- Maximum power: Can exceed 235W with GPU frequency patch
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**Cable Safety:**
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- **16 AWG minimum** required (18 AWG has caused melted cables!)
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- Added safety warnings about proper wire gauge
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#### Hardware Corrections (FIXED)
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**PSU Model Numbers:**
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- FSP500-30AS (not FSP500-50FGBBI)
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**Board Dimensions:**
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- 340mm / 310mm (depending on measurement method)
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- Was incorrectly listed as ~200mm
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**Cooling:**
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- Arctic P12 Pro added (more readily available than Max)
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- Corrected static pressure: 6.9 mm H2O (both Pro and Max)
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- Added separate specs for each model
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**Power Button:**
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- Board has NO power button header
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- Must solder to existing onboard button for external switch
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**GPU Comparisons:**
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- Standardized to GTX 1660 Ti (removed inconsistent 3060 Ti references)
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#### VRAM Allocation Clarification (FIXED)
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**512MB Setting Explained:**
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- 512MB is DYNAMIC allocation, NOT a limit
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- Can allocate nearly full 16GB to VRAM when needed (~14GB+ for GPU)
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- Fixed confusing language suggesting 512MB was maximum
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#### Software Updates (FIXED)
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**Fedora 42/43:**
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- nomodeset NO LONGER NEEDED with working kernels (6.15.7-6.17.7)
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- Still provide fallback for black screen issues
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**Governor Installation:**
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- COPR repos available for Fedora/Bazzite (no compilation needed)
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- Emphasized pre-built packages available
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**Distribution Support:**
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- Added SteamOS (Mesa now sufficiently updated)
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- Added Ubuntu (works fine with Mesa PPA)
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**Arch Linux Installation:**
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- Removed archinstall recommendations
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- Direct users to official Arch Wiki
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- Better for understanding and troubleshooting
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#### Documentation Cleanup (FIXED)
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**Removed:**
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- Energy cost calculations (as requested)
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- Multi-board setup sections (unnecessary complexity)
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- Outdated/incorrect recommendations
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---
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## Summary of Changes
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**3 Major Commits:**
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1. Kernel version corrections (15 files)
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2. Community hardware corrections (10 files)
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3. Critical safety corrections (6 files)
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**Total Files Modified:** 25+ files
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**Safety Impact:**
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- Prevented potential fire hazards (cable gauge, PSU power)
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- Removed recommendations for PSUs that fail under load
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- Corrected power requirements to prevent system instability
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**Credits:**
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- Astrocast: Kernel version specifics (6.15.7, 6.17.8)
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- DeathStalker: Hardware corrections, PSU safety, cable gauge, power measurements
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- legodude: Initial positive feedback
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## Files to Update
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All files containing "6.15+" warnings:
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- docs/linux/kernel.md
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- docs/troubleshooting/boot.md
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- docs/troubleshooting/stability.md
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- docs/troubleshooting/performance.md
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- docs/troubleshooting/display.md
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- docs/linux/distributions.md
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- docs/linux/fedora.md
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- docs/linux/bazzite.md
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- docs/linux/cachyos.md
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- docs/linux/arch.md
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- docs/linux/debian.md
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- docs/getting-started/prerequisites.md
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- docs/getting-started/quick-start.md
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- docs/index.md
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- docs/reference/quick-reference.md
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- docs/gaming/compatibility.md
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- docs/bios/overclocking.md
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## New Warning Format
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```markdown
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!!!danger "Kernel Compatibility"
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- **AVOID:** 6.15.0-6.15.6 and 6.17.8+ (GPU initialization fails)
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- **RECOMMENDED:** 6.15.7+, 6.16.x, 6.17.0-6.17.7
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- **SAFE FALLBACK:** 6.12-6.14 LTS
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```
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## Credits
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- DeathStalker: Identified 6.15.11 works, 6.17.8 broke again
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- Astrocast: Confirmed 6.15.7 was the fix, 6.17.8 broke it
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