Ok so earlier I connected it PROPERLY and everything was plugged in, I have 2 problems. 1:I don’t know how to turn the thing on 2:when I plug in an hdmi nothing happens. I’m very new to this so please be patient with me and understand I’m trying my best.
The Stella 250 is a custom console built around the AMD BC-250 APU. My main goal with this project was to make it look and feel like a legitimate retail console rather than a typical DIY PC build. I prioritized keeping everything internal to achieve a clean, professional look.
The system features 2.2TB of internal storage and built-in WiFi 6, so there are no external drives or dongles cluttering the setup. I also integrated a dedicated display into the chassis for real-time temperature monitoring to keep an eye on performance during heavy sessions. It is a fully self-contained machine designed for a seamless gaming experience. I am starting to document the entire process and technical details at https://github.com/isaacalvex/AMD-BC-250-Project-Guide.
Hello, I've searched here and YT but I don't seem to find this, how is the switch emulation on this machine? Games like astral chain, Xenoblades, breath of the wild, totk, Metroid prime 4? Has anyone here tested and if so what is the performance like
Hey all. Looking to beef up cooling on my BC250. Currently have a 120mm Antec Nova mounted on top of opened HS fins and a cheapo 240mn at the bottom for vram.
I am looking at going for a PC type cooler but not sure where to start.
What type of mountings are available? Can I get from a store or must they be custom 3d printed?
Can I use Intel based or only AMD based coolers?
What about vrms etc? I have seem someone cut the stock cooler to leave the edges on for those and PC cooling on the CPU.
Is there perhaps a video or guide available to assist with this ?
Bios modded, 3D printed case, 500w apevia power supply, ARGB fan, 1tb m.2 gen 3. Great temps, never OC.
Only real downside is I don’t have a switch wired, so I got a on/off extension cord with a foot switch on Amazon for $6 so I don’t have to unplug it everytime.
Looking for $300 figured id ask yall before i send to the wolves on Craigslist.
Curious what people are spending on their builds, I priced one out and it's coming to $500cad, which is way more than I initially expected. (please include the year since hardware prices have gotten crazy recently).
Hi everyone! A few updates on my adapter project.
In case you missed: Post 1 Post 2 Post 3
Hi
I’m currently building a Steam Machine based on a BC250, and I have a question about the power supply.
I was thinking about going with a SilverStone FX350-G (350W Flex ATX), but I’m not sure if it will provide enough headroom.
The plan is to do a bit of overclocking on the BC250, while also powering an AIO (pump + fans).
I’ve seen some people using a Mean Well LRS-350 for similar builds, so I’m wondering if a 350W PSU like the SilverStone would be enough, or if it might be too close to the limit under load.
Thanks in advance for your feedback
Hey everyone,
after several weeks (more months) of modeling, test-printing, cursing at failed prints, and tweaking some details, I almost "finished" my custom case for the BC250 board! I wanted something super clean and minimalist that still feels like a proper little PC you can actually treat like a desktop. Also i wanted a SFX PSU, because of Noise Reasons, and Heat Reduction.
Here’s what I built in:
The whole project took way more time and nerves than I expected, but I’m really happy with how it turned out. I’ll post some better photos and maybe a build video once it’s 100% done.
I Also think that the Stock Cooler should fit, but as i dont have it anymore i could not test properly. Also the iamdarkyoshi Mod is not necessary, also the Power LED/Switch stuff.
I’m about to publish the files when im finished. I'll probably just drop them for free on MakerWorld to get atleast some boost or so, or maybe it would make sense to also set up a Ko-fi (or similar) so people who really like it can throw a coffee my way?
But lets see.
Would love some Feedback.
Links for the Stuff i built in. (Amazon Germany Links)
https://www.amazon.de/dp/B09WDTWJZM (Thermalright AXP120)
https://www.amazon.de/dp/B0C84VMCY3 (10mmx2mm Neodym Magnets)
https://www.amazon.de/dp/B0FT893BK6 (power Switch momentary)
https://www.amazon.de/dp/B0F24GRXYT (USB A Extension)
https://www.amazon.de/dp/B0DKTCDDDW (USB Hub)
https://www.amazon.de/dp/B0BZ4M7FYH (180 degrees USB Adapter)
https://www.amazon.de/dp/B0BCWNJJQ9 (PSU 8pin 180 degrees)
I was wondering this today after reading and seeing many posts.
Instead of hacking up the existing heatsink, why don't more people just remove it and install an AMD CPU cooler mount and AMD CPU cooler?
I figured it would cost around $100 to make the change. I don't have a 3D printer but there are eBay stores selling AMD CPU cooler mounts for LGA 1700, LGA 1851, AM4, and AM5 socket CPUs for around $30CAD shipped. Then a Noctua low profile cooler for an AM4 socket is $50CAD, and just buy some mini heatsinks and/or spreaders for the other components on the top of the board which will be another $10-20CAD.
I know $100 is a lot to some people so hacking up the heatsink to install a $20-30 fan makes more sense but why aren't there more people swapping out the heatsink for a proper CPU cooler if a slight bump in cost isn't an issue?
I'm just curious because I see a lot people peeling the top of the stock heatsink to get proper airflow through to the board. Would the thermals improve if the heatsink was swapped out for something potentially better? I'm eyeing a Noctua Premium Low Profile cooler (NH-L9a-AM4) and a mini heatsink kit.
Thoughts?
There's probably alot of video reviews and what not out there.
I tested eldenring on both, running cyan skillfish governor and at 3.5ghz
Bazzite - Barely hits 60fps usually 45-60, not really smooth.
Cachyos - Stable and doesn't dip below 60fps, I get 75fps when I changed monitors refresh rate.
I'm trying to build a silent machine. The Noctua fans for the main board are good but i bought a small fan for the PSU and it is extremely loud.
I power then fan with the PSU so it's always at max speed. Should i get a PWM fan and monitor the PSU temperature ? Is the fan absolutely necessary ?
Love my first BC250 so much I decided to build another one. I’ve been playing games on it for the last day. Temps were great, in the mid 60s at 2200mhz.
Then screen lost signal, fans go full blast and that’s all I get now. I removed the battery for 5 min, swapped the CMOS jumper, unplugged everything, etc.
Removed the SSD and it doesn’t load the bios, keyboard won’t load the bios. When it powers on just 100% fan and nothing else. Now when powering on both LEDs are solid red, no flashing.
Anyone experience something similar? Can the BIOS corrupt randomly? And if so, can a hardware programmer reflashing make any difference?
Hello, I’m waiting to receive a part to mount the cooling system on the BC250 APU. In the meantime, can I install Bazite without a cooling system?
What is the best RAM split? 512 seems a bit lethargic and I get occasional stuttering. Thanks in advance.
Hello all,
As above, just about to order a BC-250 to run Steam on and would like to use an external GPU by also picking up a ADT-UT3G dock and my friend is selling a RX 6800 XT on the cheap so would want use that ideally. Will also pick up a load of fans and design a case and lastly a more powerful PSU to cover the external GPU. Already have a load of M.2 cards up to 2 T.B and then can pop others in my Unraid home server using Lancache in a Docker so I can redownload games from Unraid.
Just wondering if anyone else if using an external GPU? Either the same as above or just a RX 6800, Nvidia 4060, 4070 Super or 4070 Ti?
Many thanks.
What are the heatsink sizes for the front of the board? I'm thinking about changing my cooling to either a water cooler or getting a reg cpu cooler, but before I do so I'm curious about the sizes and quantity of the sizes of heatsinks to go along with it so that other components don't overheat? I've done some research but couldn't find an exact answer and I'd rather not waste money on things I don't need nor not have enough when I go to do the job. TIA!