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submitted 4 weeks ago by tymon@lemmy.zip to c/pcmasterrace@lemmy.world

I have an MSI MAG x870e Tomahawk WiFi mobo, and the temperature LED is just, like, SO bright.

I don't see an obvious way of changing its brightness or turning it off in the BIOS, so I'm thinking of cutting a 1"x0.5" rectangle of ND-8 photo gel and electrical taping it to the light.

Anyone know of a better way?

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[-] papalonian@lemmy.world 11 points 4 weeks ago

I usually just push a sharpie against the offending light. Still visible so I can see it if need be but not much brighter than that.

[-] tymon@lemmy.zip 4 points 4 weeks ago

That worked like a charm, thanks!

[-] papalonian@lemmy.world 2 points 4 weeks ago
[-] cybervseas@lemmy.world 7 points 4 weeks ago

Don't overthink it. Masking tape works wonders.

[-] tymon@lemmy.zip 4 points 4 weeks ago

Two good ideas in one thread? Fuckin nuts!

[-] edgemaster72@lemmy.world 8 points 4 weeks ago

What about this: Sharpie... on the masking tape.

Your face right now:

[-] lordnikon@lemmy.world 1 points 4 weeks ago

Also double check for on off switches. I have found on MSI and ASROCK hardware they have an undocumented led powerswitch hidden somewhere on them sometimes.

[-] halfapage@lemmy.world 1 points 4 weeks ago

You could locate and replace it's current limiting resistor with one of higher resistance.

[-] BenLeMan@lemmy.world -2 points 4 weeks ago

Why do you even need to see that light? I chose a solid metal case, simple as. Noise dampened, protects against electromagnetic interference and isn't prone to spontaneously exploding as many glass cases are.

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