Rich Edmonds
Rich Edmonds was formerly a Senior Editor of PC hardware at Windows Central, covering everything related to PC components and NAS. He's been involved in technology for more than a decade and knows a thing or two about the magic inside a PC chassis. You can follow him on Twitter at @RichEdmonds.
Latest articles by Rich Edmonds
![Mount & Blade II: Bannerlord](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/4A6zqwgMpEXPPkc8UXRrSZ-320-80.jpg)
NVIDIA announces DLSS 3 with up to four times the performance
By Rich Edmonds, Harish Jonnalagadda published
NVIDIA has unleashed DLSS 3 onto the gaming world, bringing with it up to four times the performance boost when used with an RTX 40 series GPU. Supported games have never looked (and played) so good.
![NVIDIA GeForce Beyond](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/8JUAahvhVEC6txGLcvXoKV-320-80.jpg)
Watch NVIDIA's GeForce Beyond RTX 40 series launch right here
By Rich Edmonds published
NVIDIA is prepping to announce the next generation of graphics cards today during its GTC event. We're going to quickly run you through how to tune in live to see all the action.
![Synology DS218+ Plex](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/bdwuKSCcUjEfogAt2xWmQC-320-80.jpg)
How to set up Plex on a Synology NAS
By Rich Edmonds published
Plex is a popular service that allows you to set up your very own home server and stream content anywhere inside and outside the home. Here's how to do it on your Synology NAS.
![ASUS Strix X470-F](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/H5R6AVynuNqxnrKKjZ4Yh5-320-80.jpg)
Best Motherboards for AMD Ryzen 5 2600 in 2022
By Rich Edmonds last updated
There's a wide range of AM4 motherboards available for your AMD Ryzen 5 2600, so I've rounded up a few of my favorites.
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Best Motherboards for AMD Ryzen 7 3800X in 2022
By Rich Edmonds last updated
The best foundations for your gaming PC.
![TerraMaster F4-423](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/zBVHBqCkYhc8mEyesByNQ6-320-80.jpg)
How to pick the right NAS for a Plex media server
By Rich Edmonds last updated
How To Choosing the right NAS setup for a Plex server can be a daunting task. Here's a guide to help you out, taking into account all the important factors that are required by a good Plex NAS.
![EVGA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/4D6Xq8b4yD3UWzsiPD8UuS-320-80.jpg)
Ethereum's move to proof-of-stake (PoS) makes it a cleaner cryptocurrency, lowers GPU prices for gamers
By Rich Edmonds published
The crypto mining craze is (almost) over!
![Intel XeSS](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/SSQFaD9NemyciM5RC4gRE5-320-80.jpg)
Early Intel Xe Super Sampling (XeSS) demo shows promise for PC gamers
By Rich Edmonds published
Intel has shown off its fancy new upscaling technology.
![ASUSTOR ASW205T](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/7xo74RarEjXmsZTnGosUoK-320-80.jpg)
ASUSTOR ASW205T review: A simple, yet powerful 2.5Gb unmanaged switch
By Rich Edmonds published
It's a basic yet affordable way to give your network a small boost.
![Synology DS220j](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/iUz5UxncbboncZHH7hWX8Q-320-80.jpg)
Best hard drives for Plex 2024
By Rich Edmonds last updated
Use these drives to store all your media.
![Amd Radeon Super Resolution Warframe Press](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/VTzCZScfsdZSGq9WWFTDhD-320-80.jpg)
AMD releases FidelityFX Super Resolution 2.1 with improved visuals and stability
By Rich Edmonds published
Boosting performance and visual fidelity since 2021.
![Cooler Master Mobius Fans](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/68qJ9h64Nh6Q6BEWZFsLGH-320-80.jpg)
Cooler Master launches new high-performance Mobius PC case fans
By Rich Edmonds published
Cooler Master launched a new generation of cooling fans for PC builds. Whether you're hunting down some blowers for your case or radiator, the new Cooler Master Mobius may be just what you need.
![Razer DeathAdder V3 Pro in white (2022).](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/jerTCgwTP2nbkyLZbK7GmW-320-80.jpg)
Razer DeathAdder V3 Pro review: This wireless gaming mouse ticks every box
By Rich Edmonds published
There wasn't really much we wanted to see improved with version 3, but Razer managed to work some magic to create the Razer DeathAdder V3 Pro. It's lighter, more comfortable, and just plain better.
![ASUS ROG Strix X470 Gaming](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/kqQ4CQHVviZk6co2PJn8BC-320-80.jpg)
Best X570, B550 motherboards for AMD Ryzen 7 3700X in 2022
By Rich Edmonds last updated
Old school but still golden.
![Keychron Q5](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/r8WLCS73iUXUUwBiNwhrcZ-320-80.jpg)
Keychron Q5 review: Easily customize this full-size behemoth mechanical keyboard
By Rich Edmonds published
A truly magical keyboard for typing away.
![AOC 27 Monitor](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/nymvaUREpGeEKWZnAGWkxc-320-80.jpg)
1080p vs. 1440p vs. 4K vs. 8K: Which resolution is best for gaming?
By Rich Edmonds last updated
Aim for maximum frame rates.
![SteelSeries Apex 9](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/sPSBtcmHWB6NFnATTbk9jR-320-80.jpg)
SteelSeries launches new Apex 9 mechanical keyboards with lightning-fast optical switches
By Rich Edmonds published
These keyboards seem much faster
![Cooler Master MasterBox 520](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/oi5gb7YKrhQjmMzFNV6UFJ-320-80.jpg)
Cooler Master launches the sleek-looking MasterBox 520 with tempered glass and cooler mesh options
By Rich Edmonds published
Looking good, running cool
![Huawei MateBook X Pro 2022](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/yRuGWDshJPcik4HQTJ9FME-320-80.jpg)
Huawei refreshes the MateBook X Pro with 12th Gen Intel CPUs, a new display, and more colors
By Rich Edmonds published
Check out the new Huawei MateBook X Pro
![ASUSTOR Lockerstor 2 Gen2 AS6702T](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/4RdmGpAwzoz8E2wAxnPYjD-320-80.jpg)
ASUSTOR Lockerstor 2 Gen2 (AS6702T) review: Everything you need in a powerful two-bay NAS
By Rich Edmonds last updated
ASUSTOR just casually rolled out a new two-bay NAS that utterly decimates what's currently available from its competitors. This is the NAS to buy if you need an enclosure with two bays.
![Corsair Dominator Platinum RGB](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/3WxPc2AmaeUPm22eVzFGM-320-80.jpg)
Best RAM for AMD Ryzen 2024
By Rich Edmonds published
Improve the performance of your AMD-powered PC.
![ASUS Zenbook 17 Fold (UX9702)](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/B7UbfDw6pq2Dm9NnFKV9qF-320-80.jpg)
ASUS Zenbook 17 Fold (UX9702) review: Unfolding an incredibly versatile laptop
By Rich Edmonds published
The first true laptop with a gimmick-less foldable display.
![G.SKILL Trident Z5 Neo & Flare X5](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/692YwrVHZqQLqTzWCsJ8Z8-320-80.jpg)
G.SKILL launches new Trident Z5 Neo & Flare X5 DDR5 RAM for AMD Ryzen 7000 CPUs
By Rich Edmonds published
Check out G.SKILL's RAM for AMD Ryzen 7000 series chips
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