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Welcome to the official X170KM-G thread covering anything and everything about the truly last DTR made by Clevo. Please read through this post as you will find a wealth of information from the thread and many questions answered you may have before asking. Is Prema available for the X170KM-G? Short answer: NO. Long answer from XMG: "The Prema Mod for XMG ULTRA 17 (E21) was in the works but was ultimately put on hold due to insurmountable differences in the control of 2DPC (Dual DIMM per Channel) with SO-DIMM in the Rocket Lake platform. Works great with desktop DIMM, but rather bad than good with SO-DIMM. Prema Mod for XMG ULTRA will therefore no longer be available from us this year." Unlocked BIOS: Thanks to @ViktorV we have the ability to partially unlock the X170KM-G and gain access to much needed functionality (mainly XMP/timings) Will only work with most stock BIOS versions up to 1.07.08 and is incompatible with XMG BIOS since they mod/tinker with their own. Drivers: XMG is the gold standard for BIOS/EC/Drivers for the X170KM-G: https://download.schenker-tech.de/package/xmg-ultra-17-id-xul17e21/ @crossshot post with excellent links to numerous BIOS/EC/Drivers and tools: Specs: Processor 11th Generation Intel Core i9-11900K Processor (3.50GHz Base / 5.30GHz Max), 8 Core, 16MB Smart Cache 11th Generation Intel Core i7-11700K Processor (3.60GHz Base / 5.00GHz Max), 8 Core, 16MB Smart Cache 11th Generation Intel Core i5-11600K Processor (3.90GHz Base / 4.90GHz Max), 6 Core, 12MB Smart Cache 10th Generation Intel Core i9-10900K Processor (3.70GHz Base / 5.30GHz Max), 10 Core, 20MB Smart Cache 10th Generation Intel Core i9-10850K Processor (3.60GHz Base / 5.20GHz Max), 10 Core, 20MB Smart Cache 10th Generation Intel Core i7-10700K Processor (3.80GHz Base / 5.10GHz Max), 8 Core, 16MB Smart Cache Core Logic Intel® Z590 Express Chipset Memory Supports Dual Channel DDR4 Four 260 pins SODIMM sockets, support for DDR4 up to 3200MHz (Real operation frequency depends on processor) Expandable up to 128GB, depends on 8GB/16GB/32GB SODIMM module Display 17.3” 144Hz Full HD (1920x1080), Wide View Angle 72% NTSC Display with G-SYNC Technology, Matte Finished 17.3” 300Hz Full HD (1920x1080), Wide View Angle 72% NTSC Display with G-SYNC Technology, Matte Finished 17.3” 4K QFHD (3840x2160) Matte Display with G-SYNC Technology Graphics Processor NVIDIA GeForce RTX 30 Series Graphics - GPU Over Clocking Capable NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 GPU with 6GB GDDR6 - Maximum TGP: 130 W (including 15W Dynamic Boost 2.0) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 GPU with 8GB GDDR6 - Maximum TGP: 140 W (including 15W Dynamic Boost 2.0) NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 GPU with 16GB GDDR6 - Maximum TGP: 165 W (including 15W Dynamic Boost 2.0) - Microsoft DirectX 12 - MXM 3.0 - Support PCIe Gen 4 by 11th Gen CPU only - NVIDIA PhysX - NVIDIA CUDA Technology - Support Dynamic Boost 2.0 Storage (Factory Option) Four M.2 2280 SSD, Support one M.2 2280 SSD PCIe Gen4x4 interface (supported by 11th Gen CPU only), or two M.2 2280 SSD SATA interface (RAID 0/1), or three PCIe Gen3x4 interface (RAID 0/1/5) Audio System High Definition audio interface S/PDIF Digital output Built-in Array Microphone Built-in two 3W Speakers and a 5W Subwoofer Sound Blaster Atlas Super X-Fi Headphone Holography Pointing Device Built in Secure pad with Microsoft PTP multi-gesture and scrolling function Keyboard N-Key Rollover RGB Per Key illuminated full size keyboard with numeric pad Fully programmable macro capability – customize individual key as hot key / multiple keystrokes in one key I/O Ports 1 HDMI output Port (with HDCP) 2 Mini DisplayPort 1.4 2 Thunderbolt 4 Ports (Type-C) 1 USB 3.2 Gen 2 Port (Type-C) 3 USB 3.2 Gen 2 Ports (Type-A) (1 x powered USB port, AC/DC) 1 2-in-1 Audio Jack (Headphone / Microphone) 1 2-in-1 Audio Jack (Microphone / S/PDIF Optical output) 1 RJ-45 LAN (10/100/1000/2500Mbps) Slots 6-in-1 Push-Push Card Reader (MMC/RSMMC/SD/Mini-SD/SDHC/SDXC up to UHS-III) Five M.2 Card Slots, - 1st for WLAN Combo M.2 2230 Card with PCIe / USB interface - 2nd for SSD M.2 2280 Card with SATA / PCIe Gen3x4 interface - 3rd for SSD M.2 2280 Card with SATA / PCIe Gen3x4 interface - 4th for SSD M.2 2280 Card with PCIe Gen3x4 interface - 5th for SSD M.2 2280 Card with PCIe Gen4x4 interface (supported by 11th generation CPU only) Communication Intel Dual Band Wi-Fi 6 AX + Bluetooth, M.2 2230 or Killer Dual Band Wi-Fi 6 AX1650X + Bluetooth, M.2 2230 Security Kensington Lock Integrated Area Fingerprint Reader Power System Removable 8 cell Smart Lithium-Ion battery pack 97Wh Dual Full Range 280W AC Adapter, AC-in 100~240V, 50~60Hz, DC output 20V, 14A OS Support Windows 10 (64-bit) Certificate Windows 10 (64-bit) Logo HDMI Logo Physical Characteristic 8.38 LBs with GPU Card and Battery Pack 15.71" (w) x 12.56" (d) x 1.71" (h) Other Features Built-in 1.0M HD Video Camera Metal top and palm rest case Light module FlexiCharger Virtual Reality ready supported Windows Mixed Reality compatible Unique Dual AC Adapter Bracket (Factory Option) Killer DoubleShot Pro with Killer Wireless module Specifications are subject to change without notice Vendors still selling as of 12/16/2022: HIDevolution: https://www.hidevolution.com/laptops-1/nvidia-rtx-30-series/evoc/l/search-cpu-series:intel-core-i9-11th-gen/search-screen-size:17-3 Eluktronics: https://www.eluktronics.com/THICC-17/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIpt7j78n9-wIVxMfICh2eKQsDEAQYASABEgLcZPD_BwE Clevo-Computer (Not affiliated with Clevo): https://clevo-computer.com/en/hot-offers/6036/clevo-x170km-g-qhd-165hz-intel-core-11th-gen.-desktop-processor-nvidia-rtx-3080 Metabox: https://www.metabox.com.au/store/b332/Metabox-Prime-X-X170KM-G-Laptop Eurocom: https://eurocom.com/ec/configure(2,476,0)X170KM_NP9672M_EON17X3 Aftermarket upgrades: Hybrid water cooled Heatsink: https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256802893647618.html?gatewayAdapt=glo2usa4itemAdapt&_randl_shipto=US 780w PSU (to replace your two stand alone units): https://www.hidevolution.com/780w-laptop-power-adapter-for-evoc-x1701-x170sm-g-and-x1702-x170km-g-includes-dc-cable.html How do I control my lighting without CCC? Excellent post by @Clamibot Software location: https://openrgb.org/ GPU Thermal Pad Measurements: If you are looking to replace/re-pad your GPU these are the locations and dimensions required. Thanks to @ViktorV for the diagram. Benchmarks and performance...(aka how do I get my CPU to stop throttling?): Hand pick silicon (11th and 10th gen temp/pull variances are extreme) Delid w/ LM between CPU die and IHS Undervolt Check HSF pairing Replace stock screws with non-tension based units for dialed in pressure Use Nanogrease Extreme to compensate for non-optimal pairing If you can keep the overall pull under 190w and it isn't hot and leaky you might win. This goes for both 11th and 10th gen. Custom run (fans on auto) in my old (Dec 2021) X170KM-G with hand picked 11th gen i9-11900k (no delid) and Nanogrease Extreme:

Looking for the best and newest BIOS/EC and drivers for your X170SM-G? Use XMG's fantastic support network and drivers: https://download.schenker-tech.de/package/xmg-ultra-17-idxul17m20/ How should your X170SM-G be performing with a 10900k and 2080 Super when optimally configured? Like this: Excellent post by @Clamibot for modded BIOS information (and Soundblaster issues): Specs: - Matte 17.3" 4K LCD with micro-LED Display 1000 nits (1080p 144hz, 1440p 165hz options) - Up to 125W Intel Core i7 Desktop CPU (200w support) 10900k - Up to 200W RTX 2080 Super - Upgradable MXM Graphics - Thunderbolt 3, HDMI, 3x USB-A + much more - 4 Speakers + 2 subs - 2x 230W Bricks - Large bottom mesh intake - Side vents and thick fans - Side and back RGB lightning Excellent guide for gaining physical access to the BIOS chip from @win32asmguy @Mr. Fox Original Review:

I just saw the old forums are gone now too. RIP old forums. Now the real competition begins for a replacement.

I do something similar in that I usually take a real tenkeyless type keyboard with me and use it when gaming if my laptop is setup in a stationary location (hotel to hotel, etc...)