We can use these as a workaround until Nest gets it’s act together. I bought these to cover the LED lights on my car’s dashcam for a more stealth look. They work well without ruining the aesthetic of your machine/device.
Here are some of the LED cover stickers they make for reducing the brightness of these lights.
Disclaimer: I am not affiliated with this company or amazon. :)
Thank you! These are the bulbs we used: GE BR30 LED Grow Lights for Indoor Plants, Full Spectrum, 9-Watt Grow Light Bulb, Plant Light Bulb with Balanced Lighting for Seeds and Greens https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B07NN6SVG6/ref=cm_sw_r_u_apa_fabc_.KGTFbBXRRQHG?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
May I recommend this for your GPU sag. The card looks like it's about to rip out its slot at any minute.
Cooler Master Accessory: Universal VGA Graphics Card Holder, Adjustable, Steel, Holds 2 VGA Card for Computer Cases https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01IQCBKOI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_gwSeBb8RHGKRB
I suggest these bad boys! Amazon linky You can get full blackout or ones that block 50-80% of the light if you still want to see the indicator light. I drop them on everything and it has been quite nice :)
You're welcome.
Cooler Master Accessory: Universal VGA Graphics Card Holder, Adjustable, Steel, Holds 2 VGA Card for Computer Cases https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01IQCBKOI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_ST50Bb37KBP62
I use these on several devices. Work great.
LightDims Original Strength - Light Dimming LED covers and Light Dimming Sheets for Routers, Electronics and Appliances and more. Dims 50-80% of Light, in Minimal Packaging. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00CLVEQCO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_9YhSDbDMXHSPQ
I've been using these for years for clock displays, rack gear, unnecessary lights and pedals. Here's the first result I found on Amazon but please share if you have a better product/source.
Here you go my guy.
LightDims Black Out Edition - Light Blocking LED Covers Routers, Electronics and Appliances and More. Blocks 100% of Light, in Retail Packaging. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B009WSN8PK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_RRAT7VNYM3KWNK1HHBJV
There you go
FEIT Electric ST19/PRISM/LED Infinity 3D Fireworks Effect ST19 LED Light Bulb, 5.4" H x2.5 D, Multicolor https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07H65SVNB/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glc_fabc_c.saGbT29ZZPC?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
Like everyone else said, don't store stuff in your case. If you really want to prop the GPU up to prevent sag then buy a GPU holder on Amazon, I even found you the link to one https://www.amazon.com/MasterAccessory-Universal-VGA-Holder-MCA-0005-KUH00/dp/B01IQCBKOI. MSI makes one as well
LOVE it. looks awesome and I think the effort really paid off.
my only question is, where did you buy the mount for the GPU? Not the PCI Extension cable, the part where it mounts the case.
edit: found it. but where did you buy it?
edit 2: oh, fuck me, it's on Amazon, now. a few months ago, you'd be luck if you got the notification from coolermaster before they sold out. I though I'd come back and leave the link incase someone else wanted it
Ryzen 5 2600x, MSI 1060 6gb, gskill 16gb @3200. Going to get a new desk when i move in to a new place in a year or so. Yes it's a s340 case, I used a cool master gpu mount kit I found on Amazon, just had to cut a few metal bars on the back of the case.
This is exactly what I bought.
This video is exactly what I did, only I have the regular s340.
People give Hue shit for being so expensive but it also has the most compatibility with other ecosystems and widest range of accessories. Personally, I love the Lutron Aurora Dimmer for my Hue bulbs. It easily installs over a standard US light switch and makes for a great dimmer. Battery lasts a long time too.
I'm no expert but my plants love this bulb. Has a natural looking light and is just a standard bulb size for any lamp.
Lutron Aurora Smart bulb dimmers, they work fantastic with Hue system especially if you don't want/can't(renting)/have to replace existing light switches.
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B07RJ14FBS/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&th=1
I always use these for electronics with excessive lights!
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B00CLVEQCO/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
They also sell complete blackout stickers.😁
The biggest thing I did for the health of my high light plants was get supplemental lighting. A Reddit user recommended adding some lamps and once I did…. Amazing results. This was the bulb they recommended:
If you don't want to wear sunglasses check these out
They're a bit pricey, but these allow you to retain the basic functions of a light switch without needing to worry about guests flipping the switch off. https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B07RJ14FBS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_fabc_PTQSFb895ZR04?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
Cheaper solution: gaffer tape.
Coolermaster Vertical GPU mount and a ribbon cable. Amazon sells a combo. Cost about 35quid in the UK. Really easy mod =)
Here's a link Cooler Master MasterAccessory Vertical Graphics Card Holder Kit https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B071P862G1/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apap_tpvueziJW2XSg
Edit: oh dam it's gone up by 11quid =(
I'd suggest skipping the Mars 300w and saving your money to invest in a Quantum Board LED kit, these 100w kits are $150 on Amazon.
The LED tech in those Mars LEDs are outdated, the Mars 300 would be equivalent to about <~140w draw while outputting 150w HID, whereas this QB kit is closer to true 200w HID output at 96w draw. Compare the QB's lumen output of 15,000+ to the Mars' < 5,000.
You should consider HLG because it’s the best: HLG 100 V2 3000K Horticulture Lighting Group Quantum Board LED Grow Light Veg & Bloom | Version 2 High-Efficiency Upgraded LM301B LED's https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07C59J8L2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_nZmeFb013YN68
I use these GE grow lights in clamp lights. Plants seem to like them, and they’re not a weird color like some other grow lights you may have seen: GE Lighting 93101230 LED Grow Light, BR30, Balanced Spectrum https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07NN6SVG6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_YZS1A659RDP8WV9HXMD5?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
I bought a couple of these for like SGD5 each during Prime day last year. Works, not much else to say.
Look for Chinese/OEM equivalent online.
Otherwise DIY with Lego/Funko Pop/Generic plastic figure/etc.
a desk lamp can definitely hold a BR30 light bulb! I actually bought these before I bought the PAR38 lights and they work amazingly if you only have a few plants. The PAR38 is definitely gonna be better if you have tall/multiple plants, but they’re too heavy for desk lamps :(
For the love of god buy a GPU holder. https://www.amazon.com/Cooler-Master-Accessory-Universal-Adjustable/dp/B01IQCBKOI
To add on to this, I got mines from Amazon for ~54 w/ tax and shipping.
The Cooler Master store, sells just the bracket for 20USD.
https://www.amazon.com/LightDims-Original-Strength-Electronics-Appliances/dp/B009WSJNCW
Or Aliexpress similar item.
I lived through the super bright blue LED craze of the 2000s to remember how useful where these.
I’m using this bulb inside a movable lamp
GE Lighting 93101230 LED Grow Light, BR30, Balanced Spectrum https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07NN6SVG6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_KVN9S0R21X0A3YQEZWX5?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1