I am not sure how many pins are required in the T-11 but the specs on this are the following

• 32GB ( 2x16GB ) DDR4 2400 Mhz Non-Parity/Non-ECC Unbuffered SODIMM Memory 260 pin Dual Rank Module.

Perhaps you know what a quick format is? Do you know the answers to other questions related to formatting? For example, what is comprehensive formatting, what is low-level formatting, and will files be lost after formatting? Can it be retrieved? Under what circumstances can it be retrieved, and under what circumstances can it not be retrieved?

What does formatting mean?​

The hard disk needs to be formatted before it can be used. This is similar to the reason that the blank room needs to be decorated before it can be used. Formatting is because various operating systems must manage the disk in a certain way, and only formatting can make the structure of the disk. recognized by the operating system.

Formatting is divided into high-level formatting and low-level formatting. Advanced formatting is just to clear the data on the hard disk, generate boot information, initialize the FAT table, mark logical bad sectors, etc. The low-level format is to divide the hard disk into cylinders and tracks, and then divide the tracks into several sectors, and each sector is divided into identification part ID, interval area, GAP, and data area DATA, etc.

Low-level formatting is a job before high-level formatting, and each hard disk has been low-level formatted before leaving the factory. Low-level formatting is a lossy operation, which has a certain negative impact on the life of the hard disk. And the formatting under Windows (including the formatting used under DOS) that we usually use is advanced formatting.

The difference between low-level formatting and high-level formatting​

High-level formatting is system-dependent, while low-level formatting is system-independent. The advanced format mainly formats each partition of the hard disk and divides the tracks logically. For advanced formatting, different operating systems have different formatting methods, different formatting results, and different track divisions. The low-level format is a physical-level format, which is mainly used to divide the magnetic cylinder of the hard disk, establish the number of sectors, and select the sector interval ratio. A new hard disk needs to be low-level formatted first before it can be advanced formatted, but generally, the hard disks on sale have been low-level formatted before leaving the factory, so users do not need to perform low-level formatting again.

Low-level formatting does not belong to the daily use of the disk and is a damaging operation that affects the life of the hard disk. Therefore, many hard disk manufacturers advise users not to use low-level formatting unless it is necessary. Generally, when the hard disk is affected by external strong magnets and strong magnetic fields, or due to long-term use, the magnetic records of the sector format divided by low-level formatting on the hard disk are lost, resulting in a large number of bad sectors, then it is necessary to use low-level formatting. Re-sectorization, provided that the hard disk is not physically damaged. HDD Low-Level Format Tool can be used as a hard disk low-format tool.

Advanced formatting belongs to the normal use range of the disk, and has no adverse effect on the hard disk. Mark the disk according to the partition format, and then generate the boot area information, initialize the space allocation table, mark the logical bad sectors, check the data, etc., so that the operating system can read and write the disk, so the advanced format method is different from the operating system. Different, or because of different partition formats.

The difference between quick format and general format:​

1. Quick format only deletes the files in the drive and does not rewrite the disk sectors. Generally, formatting rewrites disk sectors, so it is slower.

2. the quick format is only to erase the data on the surface, and there are still means to restore it. In addition to erasing data, general formatting will also detect the hard disk, and the chance of recovery is very low.

3. the general formatting time is very long. But it will fully detect the hard disk when formatting and will prompt if there are bad sectors. The quick format takes very little time, but if the hard disk has bad sectors, no prompt will appear.

By default, the quick format is ticked, and if you need general formatting, remove the tick.

So in fact, you can use the quick format for daily use. If you need to maintain the computer at a longer interval, such as computer maintenance of the computer for 1 year or 2 years, you can remove the tick for general formatting.

Supplementary knowledge: Will the file be lost if it is formatted? Can it be retrieved? Under what circumstances can it be retrieved, and under what circumstances can it not be retrieved?​

When the computer files are stored on the disk, it is a registration method similar to the figure below.



Then when the deletion is performed, the location where the file is stored is not actually deleted, but the record that was deleted first. When a new file needs to be written, the location that is recorded as deleted is slowly occupied by the new file.

To give a popular example, let’s say that A lives in a certain apartment, and the apartment administrator has registered all the accommodation information. To delete a certain A is to delete the registration information of the administrator first, and the person is still in the apartment. When there is a new person When you check in and arrange the room where the previously deleted A is located, the certain A is actually deleted.

This is why you can try to restore the deleted file, because it may just be that the registration information has been deleted, there is no new person to check in, and a certain A has not been really deleted.

So we say whether the deleted file can be restored is not 100%. It has just been deleted and no new data is written. The probability of being restored is close to 100%. However, if there is new data written, it is likely that part of the data will be replaced by new data. Occupation, the previous files cannot be completely restored.

In the disk erasing operation of the Apple system, there is a security option. The highest security level is to erase seven times and rewrite the data.

When formatting, there will be three formats of FAT32, NTFS, and exFAT for you to choose. What are the differences between these three formats? What format should I choose for the USB flash drive?

1. Differences between FAT32, NTFS, and exFAT formats:​

1. The FAT32 format has good compatibility, but it does not support files above 4GB

FAT32 is the traditional file format of Windows. The XP system disk is in this format. Any USB storage device will be pre-installed with this file system. It was introduced for the first time on the platform using the second edition of Win 95. In order to replace FAT16 (supporting files with a maximum capacity of 2GB), compatibility is very good. The main defect of the FAT32 format is that it can only support a maximum single file size of 4GB, so no matter if any file exceeds 4G, it cannot be copied to the U disk. When formatting a USB flash drive, FAT32 is still the default operation, as is the latest Windows 10, mainly for compatibility reasons.

2. The NTFS format supports files larger than 4G and large partitions, but it is harmful to the storage chip

The NTFS format is the most widely used format for Windows, and it is also the best now. It supports large-capacity files and large partitions and has many advanced technologies, including long file names, compressed partitions, event tracking, file indexing, high fault tolerance, data protection and recovery, encrypted access, and more. However, NTFS is still designed for mechanical hard disks, and will record detailed hard disk read and write operations, so it will have a great burden and damage to the flash memory, which will easily affect the lifespan. Because the NTFS partition uses a "journaled" file system, the number of reads and writes of the flash memory chip is limited. If the journaled file system is used, detailed read and write operations need to be recorded. Reading and writing a large number of small files will do great harm to the U disk, and will shorten the life of the U disk.

3. The exFAT format is most suitable for U disk

The exFAT format is a substitute for the FAT32 file format. It is tailor-made by Microsoft for flash memory U disks. It has advanced performance and technical support. At the same time, it is optimized for flash memory protection and will not cause unnecessary damage. Compared with NTFS, exFAT can support more devices and operating systems; it is larger than the single file supported by FAT32, and the maximum support for a single file is 1EB. (1EB=1073741824 GB) is very suitable for storing large-capacity files, and it can also be used universally on Mac and Win operating systems.

2. What is the best format for U disk formatting?​

For small-capacity U disks, FAT32 format is recommended, after all, the compatibility is the best; for large-capacity U disks, the preferred format is: exFAT>NTFS>FAT32. If you want to make the U disk as a system PE, it is recommended to choose the AT32 format, which is more compatible with the boot system.

Common hard disk formats are FAT16, FAT32, NTFS, HPFS, ReFS, exFAT, EXT2, EXT3, EXT4, etc.

1. FAT​

• Each partition of FAT16 can only support a maximum of 2GB under WIN9X/DOS, that is to say, those larger than 2GB should be divided into multiple partitions. Later, due to the emergence of WIN2000, FAT16 has been expanded (also known as VFAT), and the maximum can be supported The capacity has been increased from 2GB to 4 GB.
• Each partition of FAT32 can support more than 2TB (2048GB) at most, and the maximum file storage is 4GB.
• The primary partition of the multi-system must be a FAT file system.

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2. NTFS​

The supported partition size can reach 2TB. NTFS is a recoverable file system. Users rarely need to run Disk Repair on NTFS partitions. NTFS ensures partition consistency by using standard transaction logging and recovery techniques. In the event of a system failure, NTFS uses log files and checkpoint information to automatically restore file system consistency.

3. HPFS​

It is a common hard disk format under the OS system. It is best not to use this file system for dynamic disks below 200 MB.

4. ReFS​

It is a new file system introduced in Windows Server 2012. Currently, it can only be used to store data, it cannot boot the system yet, and it cannot be used on removable media. ReFS is mostly compatible with NTFS, its main purpose is to maintain high stability, can automatically verify whether the data is damaged, and try its best to restore the data. If used in conjunction with the introduced Storage Spaces (storage space), it can provide better data protection. At the same time, there is also a performance improvement for processing hundreds of millions of files.

5. exFAT​

Also known as FAT64, it was launched to solve FAT32 and other files that do not support 4G and larger files.

6. EXT2, EXT3, EXT4:​

It is the file system used by the LINUX kernel.

256GB is a common capacity for SSD, because it suits most purposes.

The answer is: it depends. If you only want to play one or two games at a time, and you don't have too many other programs installed on your computer, then 256GB of SSD should be enough for you. But if you want to play some high-quality AAA games, or you also need to use your computer for some heavy tasks like image or video editing, then 256GB of SSD might not be enough. Because these games and applications usually take up a lot of space, leaving you with no room for other things.

Therefore, before buying an SSD, you should consider what games you want to play, and how much space they each require. Generally speaking, most popular games take up 30GB to 40GB of space, some even more than 100GB. So if you want to play multiple games like this at the same time, you might need a larger SSD, such as 512GB or 1TB. This way you can enjoy a smooth and fast gaming experience, without worrying about running out of space.

Hey，
I want to install an ssd on my IT12. Does the new ssd need to be formatted and how do I format it.
Any help is appreciated!

RAM and SSD are two types of computer memory that serve different purposes.

RAM stands for Random Access Memory and it is used to store data that is currently being used by the processor. SSD stands for Solid State Drive and it is used to store data that is not in use or that needs to be accessed quickly.

RAM is faster than SSD, but it is also volatile, meaning that it loses its data when the power is turned off. SSD is non-volatile, meaning that it retains its data even when the power is off. However, SSD is more expensive and has a limited number of write cycles.

Therefore, most computers use a combination of RAM and SSD to optimize performance and storage capacity.

Any discussion of SSDs and RAM can be posted below.

1. Power light not on after black screen (computer not powered on)​

There are several possible reasons:

• The socket is not in good contact;
• The adapter is not the original adapter shipped with the product, resulting in an insufficient power supply;
• The CPU heat dissipation is not good and automatically shuts down after working at high temperatures.

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2. Power light is on after black screen (blue) / stuck in GEEKON / can't enter the system​

• Unplug the SSD and wipe the "gold finger" with an eraser
• Reinstall the system
• Replace SSD and reinstall the system

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3. The size of the HDMI port​

HDMI is an interface for transmitting high-definition digital audio and video signals. HDMI has different types and sizes, depending on the needs of the connected devices and monitors. HDMI types include A, B, C, D, and E, of which A, C, and D are the most commonly used.

HDMI type A is the standard HDMI interface, with an external size of 13.9 mm x 4.45 mm, an internal size of 14 mm x 4.55 mm, and 19 pins. HDMI type A is suitable for most TVs, computers, game consoles, and other devices.

HDMI type B is a dual-link HDMI interface, with an external size of 21.2 mm x 4.45 mm, an internal size of 21.3 mm x 4.55 mm, and 29 pins. HDMI type B is designed for very high-resolution monitors, but has never been used.

HDMI type C is a mini HDMI interface, with an external size of 10.42 mm x 2.42 mm, an internal size of 10.5 mm x 2.5 mm, and 19 pins. HDMI type C is suitable for portable devices, such as digital cameras, camcorders, etc.

HDMI type D is a micro HDMI interface, with an external size of 6.4 mm x 2.8 mm, an internal size of 6.5 mm x 2.9 mm, and 19 pins. HDMI type D is suitable for some small devices, such as smartphones, tablets, etc.

HDMI type E is an HDMI interface for automotive and industrial use, with an external size of 14.4 mm x 5.7 mm, an internal size of 14.5 mm x 5.8 mm, and 19 pins. HDMI type E has a special locking mechanism to prevent vibration and loosening.

4. How to transfer Windows 11 to a new SSD?​

After installing the SSD, follow these steps:

1. Connect to the internet
2. Click on settings
3. Activate now
4. Troubleshoot

You have reactivated Windows.

5. Mini PC as server 24/7 with the computer on?​

6. Are both PCIe 3.0 and 4.0 supported?​

Air11 and IT8 only support PCle 3.0.IT11 and IT12 support PCle 3.0 and 4.0.

7. Resolutions supported by the port​

USB4 supports the DP1.4 protocol. Resolutions supported by DP protocol:



Solutions supported by HDMI:

8. Recommended software for copying disk contents​

9. Computer has installed SSD and appears in Device Manager, but not in Hard Drive Manager and BIOS​

10. Why is my computer's internet speed slower than my phone on the same WiFi?​

11. Keeping processor frequency at a minimum?​

Press 'F7' or 'DEL' to enter BIOS when booting, and turn off Turbo in BIOS.

12. Connecting an external GPU​

One way is to use a Thunderbolt 3 port to connect an eGPU. Some of our Geekom Mini PC models, such as IT11, IT12, and AS6 have USB4 ports, and Fun9 has Thunderbolt 4 interface. They are all compatible with Thunderbolt 3 eGPUs.

Another way is to use an M.2 NVMe port to connect an eGPU. Many mini PCs have this port, and you can use a "PCIe x16 to M.2 NVMe adapter" to connect an eGPU. This way, you can share one eGPU with multiple systems and users.

However, there are some trade-offs between these two methods. Using a Thunderbolt 3 port is more convenient and neat, but it reduces the graphics card performance by about 10%. Using an M.2 NVMe port is more affordable and efficient, but it affects the SSD speed. Also, you should not use an eGPU that is too powerful for your mini PC CPU, because it might be wasted by the "CPU bound" problem.

13. Does the Type-C port support charging​

Only USB4 supports PD fast charging protocol.The charging speed of the Type-C port of USB3 is too small to be used as a power source.

1. Auto power on when power is restored​

Download the file, put it on your desktop, unzip it, and double-click to run.

2. Wake up the computer remotely using the network(WOL)​

3. USB port is still energized after shutdown​

Download the file, unzip it, and double-click to run.

4. Reduce the fan speed (can reduce the noise)​

BIOS: https://www.mediafire.com/file/7l5r14u3cb8n9jo/NUCJL01_V2.08_GEEKOM.zip/file
Tutorials: https://community.geekompc.com/ams/...se-autoupdateinshell_cq-sop-of-mini-air11.13/

1.Wake up your computer remotely using the network(WOL)​

Press 'DEL' or 'F7' to enter the BIOS when booting, and turn on 'Power on by PCIE' in the BIOS

2.What systems are supported on AS5 and AS6​

1. Wake up your computer remotely using the network(WOL)​

2. What is the built-in sound card of IT12​

The sound card is Realtek ALC269

3. How to set IT12 to turn on when the power is restored?

1. How to open CIR in IT11​

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2. The method of connecting four displays​

2 type C (USB4), 1 HDMI, 1 Mini DP.

3. Automatic power on when the power is restored​

When booting, press 'F7/DEL' to open the BIOS, and set the power failure recovery item to S0, the default is S5.

4. Use the network to wake up the computer remotely（WOL）​

5. After shutdown, the USB port is still powered on​

After unpacking this file, double-click to run.

1. Let the computer automatically boot up when the power is restored​

2. How to wake up remotely from the network(WOL)​

3. What is the brand of the sound card​

The sound card is Realtek ALC269.

4. SSD and RAM installation video​

5. HDD installation video​

6. Video of VESA installation and connection of four monitors​

7. Lower fan speed (can reduce noise)​

8. Connect four displays​

Mini DP*1+HDMI*1+Type-C(to VGA*1+HDMI*1) 2-in-1 converter
Only the Type-C on the back of the computer supports the display function,but this port does not support hot-plugging.

I'd like to use a USB C docking station for cord cleanliness but I didn't want to risk an issue if the USB - C couldn't charge it. Can the device get powered by the USB C and if so by how much?

I am wanting to add a 2.5 SATA HDD to my Mini IT 11 to add some extra storage. I've never really updated internal hard drives and want to make sure I get the right thing. I've been shopping them around, is it better to get a 5400 or 7200? I understand the 7200 is faster reading speed but is it worth the extra money to upgrade to that?

Just so I know, something like this one work? https://www.newegg.com/seagate-barracuda-2tb-st2000lm015/p/N82E16822179107

I would also like to upgrade the ram from 16 to 32, does anyone have a link to what they bought/used that works well with their geekom PC?

Thanks in advance!

I'm very interested in the new Mini IT12 coming in July. I see that one configuration is currently available for order on Amazon. Will other configurations be made available on Amazon as well?
I'm looking for the i7 with 32GB ram and 2TB SSD. Will this config be available?

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To move files from an SSD (Solid State Drive) to an HDD (Hard Disk Drive), you can follow these steps:​

1. Open File Explorer or any file management application on your computer.

2. Navigate to the location where the files you want to move are stored. This could be in the "Documents," "Downloads," or any other folder on your SSD.

3. Select the files or folders you want to move. You can do this by either clicking on each file/folder while holding down the Ctrl key or clicking and dragging to select multiple files/folders.

4. Once the files/folders are selected, right-click on them and choose the "Cut" option from the context menu. Alternatively, you can also press Ctrl+X on your keyboard to cut the files.

5. Now, go to the destination folder on your HDD where you want to move the files. You can create a new folder or navigate to an existing folder.

6. Right-click within the destination folder and choose the "Paste" option from the context menu. Alternatively, you can press Ctrl+V on your keyboard to paste the files.

7. The selected files will now be moved from the SSD to the HDD. The time it takes may vary depending on the size and number of files being moved.

After the process is complete, you can verify that the files have been successfully moved by checking the destination folder on your HDD.​

Hope this helps, any questions can be discussed and answered below.​

I bought an IT12 and installed a new SSD in this mini PC, but it does not appear in Bios.
Any help would be appreciated!

I would like to know how many SSDs can be installed in a regular PC and a mini PC, and what are the differences between the two in terms of SSDs?

Hi everyone,

Just brought a new Beekom AS6 Ryzen9 Mini PC and everything was going well, except when the system goes into sleep mode or I put it on sleep mode manually, the system never wakes up. All I can see is the power light flashing (slow white flash, which means it's gone to sleep mode, I believe), however, when I try to wake it up by moving the mouse cursor or by Cntrl Alt Del, or any other keys, it doesn't wake up.

So I have to do a hard reset or switch off the system completely to get back on again. It's a real shame, after buying a high-end spec machine and getting these teething issues. Any sort of help to over come this issue, would be much appreciated.


Thanks in advance.
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I wondering what exactly 'crashes' when a solid-state hard drive crashes.

I am having the same issue referenced here, but with a MiniAir 11. I cannot find any settings in the BIOS to configure automatic power on after a power failure. I'm trying to use this unit in a remote location that I don't have regular access to.
Any suggestions for setting this up on a MiniAir 11?

Is there any software that can transfer all the installed stuff in one disk to another disk with one click?

Do they support PCIe 3.0 and 4.0?