MSI GS66 Stealth ACESSIBILITY Memory, WiFi, and Storage

A laptop internal accessibility can be challenging. Replacing parts without damaging your hardware is the end goal and why I decided to make these videos.
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[@BobOfAllTrades]

Thanks for the feedback! I’ll continue to create these videos as a separate series with its own Playlist. I trimmed the question about this out of video. Notice how it starts straight to the point now? 😏

[@MaxVIXI]

I write in a comment a couple of issue with the Gs66... Can you investigate? XD thanks!

[@kunalchhabria5655]

Separate video like this one is pretty good according to me. In your full reviews just mention what components are replaceable and if the motherboard is flipped. Love your videos 👌🏻.

[@iraklimgeladze5223]

Can you show how to properly clean laptops inside out? Like fans from dust, keyboard and screen without damaging it

[@deksroning125]

This isn't that difficult to do... however, the cleaning procedure will differ from one laptop to the next (it will depend on how difficult the manufacturer made it for users to open up the laptop and reach all the relevant hardware). In some cases, manufacturers tend to put most of the key components (like CPU, GPU, etc) below the non-removable keyboard... which then forces the user to completely disassemble the laptop in order to reach them. These kind of assembled laptops are most difficult to handle... but most tend to allow easy access to internal components by simply removing the back panel (you have to make sure you have turned the machine off prior to opening it of course, and I'd also suggest draining the battery and then pressing and holding the power button for 10 seconds to remove any excess charge... or if you have a non-removable battery, make sure to turn off the machine, remove the back panel, and with anti-static gloves disconnect the battery from the motherboard... after which press and hold the power button for 10 seconds to remove any excess charge). Once you've done this, you can remove the cooling system by unscrewing the screws holding it down... clean up the thermal paste from the CPU and GPU dies using isoprophil alcohol (highest concentration is best as it evaporates quickly), and dust off the dust from the fans and area between the fans and exhaust vents (usually using a small paint brush will do, cotton swab or a wet wipe). In some cases, you may need to apply fresh thermal paste to the VRAM and other voltage control chips - in some laptops they come with the thermal paste on them, in others, they usually come with efficient thermal pads). Once you're re-applied the thermal paste the CPU and GPU dies, reassemble the cooling assembly, re-attach the battery to the motherboard and close up the back panel.

[@iraklimgeladze5223]

@@deksroning125 sounds like a lot of work and a lot of stuff need to buy. Also in old my keyboard after my sister cleaned with wet towel some keys dead. When he was doing it before after some time keyboard beging working, but she again cleaned it and now some keys dead forever

[@deksroning125]

@@iraklimgeladze5223 I wasn't suggesting using the wet towel to clean the keyboard.... Only to use wet wipes to clean off the old thermal paste from the cpu and gpu dies and maybe from the fans... You don't touch anything else with them.

[@iraklimgeladze5223]

@@deksroning125 i need to get all of this before summer :)

[@deksroning125]

@@iraklimgeladze5223 no need to use the wet wipes. Just use some proper rubbing alcohol (as close to 100% as possible) and a decent non scratch cloth to remove old thermal paste. You can also use alcohol on q tips and clean out the fan blades. For general dust removal, just wipe it off or use a paint brush

[@pyram1de]

maybe a full review and a deep dive review? I like you videos I like that most of the time I dont have to watch your videos and can use them like a podcast as your verbal information is sound and interesting

[@StavrosZorbas]

Very detailed video. I especially didn't know about the re-installation procedure of the wifi card antennas.

[@themadatheist1976]

Z-Tech eating popcorn like Michael Jackson.....

[@chrismadeley1576]

Very clear and precise instructions best on you tube👍

[@swlak516]

Thanks :) just upgraded my ram. So much easier than last time I opened it thanks to your video!

[@BobOfAllTrades]

Oh right on I’m happy to see this type of content put to good use 👍

[@marcovandewater1848]

In reply to your question: make the condensed video, but insert links to secundaire videos where you take time to focus on extra's. That could generate extra click's without scaring people's for lengthy videos. Cheers.

[@BobOfAllTrades]

Yup that’s probably the best solution. Especially since those who need the guides would rather have it separate versus sifting through a long review.

[@chirag1764]

Maybe you could just show a 5-10 sec tldr of the teardown and just state what stuff is replaceable.. And then a dedicated in depth video

[@kevintuazon1554]

that tear down was satisfying

[@Samerawi]

I dont mind long videos as long as they cover all points that should be covered. I am thinking to upgrade my aero 15... What about u?

[@hasanagera]

I got my legion 5 on 1st of december. I would return it and buy new ones if they would available in few months but looks like we will suffer from finding new laptops.

[@fleurdewin7958]

Thank God MSI learnt a good lesson for the GS series. No more flipping over the motherboard like the old GS65 , that was a biatch to work with. Any upgrades would need the motherboard to be totally removed from the chassis.

[@schizrade]

Actually I love these teardown vids.

[@kohaashi]

I like to see the internals in a review. Replacing parts and repasting should be in a separate video. (My opinion) 👍🏻

[@MaxVIXI]

Bob! We need you!!!! There are 2 main issue with GS66 that nobody mentioned in every single review I found. - First: the wifi connection. the speed in download and the signal are 1/2 slower co.pare to any other laptop, removing the back panel everithing work fine, so the problem is the materials of back panel. - Second: the performance unde thunderbolt charging. God it's so frustrating! I can understand that by thunderbolt charging the performance can't be the same as when we are using a 230 watt power supply btw it can't be that they are 1/2 than the performance by battery! Using a 100watt thunderbolt chargers in 3dmark spy (with an 10875+ 2070 max q) the results are 930 (GPU) and 7500 (CPU) that means that all watts are drained by the CPU making the laptop unusable (on battery 2500/5500 and it has much more sense!).

[@HaloblackopsTenken]

I'd say make a separate video. Lets not increase the length of a review video (even though we don't mind a lengthy video from you)

[@Chippy_YT]

Hey Bob, are you going to be doing a review on the new Asus tuf a15?

[@21jmack21]

Is there only one m.2 slot. Where was the other one? Great video. Simple and clear instructions! Thank you! Keep up the good work.

[@BobOfAllTrades]

The other is visible and located between the occupied m.2 and the Wi-Fi card.

[@21jmack21]

@@BobOfAllTrades I thought I read that both cannot be used at the same time. Not sure why, because that makes no sense. Was thinking of adding more to my laptop. Thanks for your response.

[@kentfyeratanye378]

i belive is beter to make 10 min video review and like this videos in deep review or change termal compound

[@Mrwarspite1]

the 17" version of this laptop from the previous generation has a flipped motherboard. Wish i had known that prior to buying it as it makes upgrading anything in it a daunting task.

[@andoniavro]

Long video please. I personally think that if somebody is looking for a GS66 review either to buy it or to get info is because wants to know as much as possible about it.

[@PerStianDigranes]

Separate video, I might search for a teardown video of a computer, and if it's in your review video I won't catch it when looking for it. 👍

[@UnlicensedHitman]

This is how you fix the fan noise on a MSI laptop with Dragon Center. I have a GE75 Raider with RTX 2060. You set User Scenario to "User" then "Advanced" under Fan Speed. You click on the disc icon to open the fan pillar graph. For CPU, the pillar on the far left, I set it to 0%. For the other 5 pillars, I set mines to 5%, 10%, 15%, 20%, and 25%. For the GPU, I leave it default because I never use the GPU during basic tasks. You can still adjust it too if you want. It's 99.5% silent for basic tasks but one in awhile, the CPU does hum on then hums off for my laptop. The "silent" mode isn't silent for basic tasks. It's really meant for gaming with little fan noise. It's not like Balanced or whatever Performance mode where the fans are running at 75%+ fan speed. I think silent mode caps the fan speed to around 40 to 50% for gaming.

[@awsan111]

Would like to add that is sometimes better to press the power button for 5 secs to make sure no power is being circulated inside the machine(Remember when opening the lid that your laptop's bottom is exposed so any wrong move and you might damage something)

[@KhalidAbouseiF]

Keep them separate. More videos is good for the channel I think. Great job on the teardown

[@KevinS-bz6xt]

I would much rather know everything there is to know about a laptop by you doing a full in-depth review that's 20 minutes. I like, and I think many others like to make an informed decision on a purchase. Especially given the GPU TDP news.

[@TalonsTech]

Nice! Can't wait to get my hands on a max-p 3060 laptop. Been awhile since I've had a laptop but ready to jump back in. Have my eye on upcoming Eluktronics, MSI GS66 or possibly even the new Stealth15 with that 4/8 i7. I like the sub 4lb, travel friendly size but still packs a 10nm i7, 3060 and 144hz display.

[@BobOfAllTrades]

Can you link that Stealth with the new 4c i7? That sounds interesting 🤔

[@TalonsTech]

@@BobOfAllTrades www.msi.com/Laptop/Stealth-15M-A11UX Tiger Lake i7, so decent single core performance, but multicore won't be great. Still for a light travel gaming laptop I am intrigued by the form factor and relatively reserved look.

[@BobOfAllTrades]

I want this!

[@BobOfAllTrades]

The display is labeled as 45% NTSC. I really hope that is incorrect!

[@TalonsTech]

@@BobOfAllTrades Just saw a review and indeed the screen is pretty bad. It also has no ability to disable Optimus like some of MSI current offerings. Back to the hunt it appears. The Eluktronics with that new 1440p 165hz screen and AMD CPU is now on the short list. Best Buy has a pretty good sale on last gen GS66 laptops. $1099 for a GS66 with 10750H and 2060 is appealing.

[@Mscrazyashell1]

would love a repaste guide for the gs66!

[@BobOfAllTrades]

I can’t do that on review units sorry.

[@abhigyandatta13]

Unrelated question but Should one get the current FHD 300hz screen or the 240hz GSync QHD panel coming in Q2 2021? Is GSync worth it? Regarding this you could probably keep the videos separated but this video is extremely crucial for wannabe enthusiasts like me

[@jasoneel76]

There’s not much difference between 240 and 300. Plus, the extra resolution is nice with the strong gpu

[@chanparker7407]

ma boy johnny sins back at it again with em laptop reviews

[@TheMacco26]

That 35" seconds delay can be a heart breaker, lol. Did this happen because you removed the battery from the laptop for these operations?

[@BobOfAllTrades]

Yes 👍

[@OmarToubal]

I have the same one but I don’t know if we can put 2 Ssd in it

[@dinkomalinko8585]

Keep separate but link each other 👍

[@StrykerNoStrikinGaming]

Is there a better wifi card you suggest for this laptop?

[@Juha.Latva-Somppi]

You don't actually need to unplug the battery from MSI laptops. There is a small hole in the bottom plate, press that button for 30 s and the laptop won't power on until plugged into a charger.

[@philmuls]

Best to make separate video's. You will attract more people that way: one group looking for a good review, other group looking on how to open their bought system or how easy it is to upgrade.

[@abhijithekv]

Like? I love this stuff.

[@SzakalPol]

Where is the place for the second m2 storage?

[@vectivuz1858]

Hello is there any way I can message you personally? If you are interested I have successfully undervolted my Ideapad gaming 3i with the 10300h which had a lock bios out of the box.

[@rodislav]

Is it possible to keep the factory seal ?

[@sergestar4536]

More videos more subs !

[@iforgotmyname1885]

3:28 so how will I know if its bent? it never goes on anyway.

[@sergestar4536]

Yeah GS 66 stealth fans 🙄annoying ! And the laptop is limited to the cooling power do the heatsink . Unfortunately repasting doesnt do much unless liquid metal . And fans still loud :( at least according to my dissasembling it about 1000 times already .

[@hackedware9446]

My opinion - do different videos for review and for guides... But if u can, launch them together

[@GabbyTech]

ifixit ftw

[@BobOfAllTrades]

Absolutely 💪

[@waverleyjournalise5757]

I want this type of chassis so badly, but Intel 10th Gen in 2020 is a joke.

[@BobOfAllTrades]

11th gen can’t come soon enough. Hate or like Intel, availability is something I hope they can deliver on.

[@waverleyjournalise5757]

@@BobOfAllTrades I want them to make good products, I really do. But their shady practices and out-and-out "protectionism rackets" have got to stop.

[@labatomi]

Well one way to condense the video is getting to the point, without having to have prologue before every single video. I’m a subscriber and I watch all your videos but sometimes it’s a pain listening to the first few minutes.

[@BobOfAllTrades]

You didn’t realize the point of THIS videos intro? I mean seriously?? It’s as if you assume I’m going to do this exactly the same, every time, asking for advice on content like this. A first of its kind on this channel. Plus, there’s a time stamp for your convenience.

[@AlexIsUber]

😂😂😂 MSI ...