The world's best Linux unboxing with the new Framework 13 AMD version (specced with the 7840U, 64GB of DDR5 5600, 2TB NVME).
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Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction
0:03 - Framework 13 overview (repairable, modular)
0:22 - Unboxing the Framework 13
0:26 - Input cover kit
0:44 - DIY Edition top cover and assembly
1:00 - Arrow key layout and glass touchpad
1:23 - Magnetic bezel unboxing
2:05 - First impressions of the laptop body
2:20 - Customizing ports (USB, Ethernet, DisplayPort)
2:38 - 60W power adapter
3:12 - Installing 64 GB of DDR5 RAM
3:50 - Installing the Western Digital 2TB NVMe drive
5:01 - Memory and SSD installation complete
6:11 - Attaching the bezel (magnetic)
7:16 - Snapping on the top case
7:49 - Screwing in the assembly
8:11 - Installing modular ports
8:30 - USB-C and Ethernet installation
9:18 - DisplayPort adapter installation
9:32 - Ports and connectors overview
9:47 - First impressions of the trackpad and keyboard
10:01 - Powering up the laptop for the first time
10:03 - BIOS screen (missing boot device)
10:31 - Checking BIOS settings
10:47 - System info: AMD Ryzen 7 7840U and Radeon 780M
11:02 - Booting Linux (Ubuntu 20404 Beta)
11:23 - Webcam and mic physical switches
11:42 - Ubuntu installation impressions
12:13 - Moving to Fedora 39 for Linux testing
12:28 - Fedora splash screen and installation
12:36 - Checking AMD Graphics compatibility
12:41 - Working hardware (brightness and sound keys)
13:12 - Fedora installation complete, rebooting
13:25 - First boot into Fedora 39
13:41 - Wi-Fi and CPU thread overview
14:00 - Checking CPU performance and dual-channel RAM
14:37 - Updating firmware directly through Linux
15:11 - BIOS update progress
16:01 - Discussion of the AMD chip's efficiency
16:18 - Framework BIOS updates and fixes
17:01 - Fingerprint reader test and setup
17:46 - Webcam and hardware switch test
18:15 - Recording through the Framework webcam
19:15 - Running Chrome browser speedometer test (high score of 366)
19:42 - Performance profile and battery life overview
20:42 - Testing suspend and resume functionality
21:11 - Wrapping up: Overall impressions of Framework 13 AMD Edition
22:13 - Final verdict: Build quality, modularity, and Linux compatibility