GPU Seems to be Working But Fans Not Turning

[dmt]

@Reno232

When you say unstable branch, you mean Manjaro as a whole, not just Mesa?

Yes.

You can’t really mix software from different branches because they can have different versions, so they may not be compatible.

@Reno232

I’m not sure I want to go down the rabbit hole

It’s your computer, if you’re happy with software decoding then stick with it.

[Reno232]

Yes, it’s the stock CPU heatsink. I’m not usually pushing the CPU too hard as I use it mainly for work and streaming (no gaming).

If I try the unstable branch from the link, do I need to do anything with the links at the bottom, or are they just for reference?

[dmt]

@Reno232

do I need to do anything with the links at the bottom, or are they just for reference?

They’re just for reference.

[Reno232]

Thanks dmt, you’ve been very helpful. Last question on this issue (hopefully), I presume once I go unstable, the system will determine which codecs are needed for my particular GPU automatically? In other words, if I use the direction given, I’m good to go?

[dmt]

You’re welcome.

Good question, they will be used when configured to do so.

https://wiki.archlinux.org/title/Hardware_video_acceleration

You may need to configure some software separately.

If you have any issues or questions just ask.

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If anyone spots something I’ve missed, etc, please chime in.

[Reno232]

On another note, I added a swap file. Thanks to those who suggested.

[soundofthunder]

@Reno232

I think I’m getting it now. Perfection?

Much better, indeed.

@Reno232

Then, I’m definitely interested in learning about the swap file issue and what can be done there, as I plead complete ignorance of the issue. I have learned a ton here, but am ever learning. Thanks again for all the help

Most welcome. These links will also be useful to bookmark:

• Manjaro Swap
• Swap (ArchWiki)

@Reno232

that doesn’t explain how when I go to heavy video intensive sites, the case fans ramp up significantly, and annoyingly.

Actually, it does.

The browser has to work more aggressively, and resultantly, so does your system.

The best you can do, generally, is to reconsider whatever cooling system you have in place. Larger (quieter) fans, perhaps; even another enclosure and/or power supply can potentially help with dampening excessive fan noise.

I use a Be Quiet enclosure which (as the brand name might suggest), is a remarkably quieter case than many offerings in the marketplace. System resources could also be increased (more RAM, faster disks).

Of course, for those using laptops, these choices are severely limited. Providing as much ventilation as possible is often the only recourse.

Cheers.

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@dmt

If anyone spots something I’ve missed, etc, please chime in.

I’ll play devil’s advocate here; in that mesa and the change to Unstable is probably unwarranted for a user with the OP’s current understanding of Linux.

That’s the only quarm. Otherwise, the information given is sound enough.