After detailed testing, the hardware team identified the cause of the blue screen: the memory was indeed damaged, specifically due to physical damage to its internal structure, which was irreparable and required replacement.
The cause is still the system.
This was something Xiao Tian couldn't understand. It was running perfectly fine, and the physics engine was set up correctly, so what could be causing the problem?
The small team collectively comes up with solutions, just like finding a bug in software, and they work together to find it.
Find the problems and solve them one by one. Even though we've almost succeeded, we need to keep going. We'll use a smaller server and leverage its computing power to pinpoint the root cause of the problem.
Two days have passed, and we have indeed found some issues. Several drivers are malfunctioning. These drivers were also ported over. They work fine after installation, but they are prone to crashing when running, causing system file errors.
This error may not be obvious at first, but over time it will cause the computer to show signs of overuse, displaying system overload and excessive internal calculations.
Because the system has been streamlined, many background programs have been closed and are not visible in File Explorer. This is why what appears to be running smoothly is actually internally overloaded.
Memory not only addresses files but also processes running files, and it plays a crucial role in how fast a computer runs.
The CPU can withstand the program's overload, but the small amount of memory and excessive computation lead to damage.
This is like a fruit that looks perfectly good, but after taking a bite, you find that the inside is rotten.
There are several solutions. The first is to increase the memory, but of course, Xing Baohua would definitely not agree to this.
Even if you add more memory, the fundamental problem remains unsolved. The memory will eventually burn out again; it's just a matter of time.
Don't even think about replacing the hardware; you have to start with the drivers.
The core of the driver belongs to someone else; they're just copying it! They can only do some secondary processing on the driver that discovers the problem.
It looks simple, but the problem lies in the core architecture. If you want to change it, you have to change the core components to your own.
This means that drivers must be updated every time the system is upgraded or a patch is applied.
If the wrong driver version is installed, at most it will cause system instability and make the system malfunction. The best solution is to downgrade the system.
However, if the wrong driver is installed on this budget-friendly computer, you may need to replace the hardware or even buy a new machine.
Xiao Tian found a time to report this matter to Xing Baohua.
Let me explain the current situation. He can debug the system before the computer leaves the factory, but he is afraid that during use, if the user reinstalls the system, the driver may not be properly resolved, leading to hardware damage and other issues.
There's no problem with launching it, but once it's used for a while, problems will be discovered, putting pressure on after-sales service and the brand.
The best solution is to create a website and put all the latest system patches and drivers on it for people to download.
You want to make a CD, it's not that it's impossible, but it will add a lot of unnecessary costs for the customer.
“Installing the system is free! In the US, it costs fifty US dollars to install the system. We regularly install patches and updated drivers on floppy disks and CDs and sell them to repair shops. Let them make the money,” Xing Baohua said.
"You're shifting the risk! If the repair shop doesn't fix it, it'll be a hardware problem. If too many of them happen, it could cause a crisis for the rice brand. Then, are you going to recall them or not?"
“You’re right. You can’t dig a pit for someone else and end up digging it for yourself. Let me think about it.” Xing Baohua nodded, indicating that Xiao Tian’s words made sense.
In a sense, Xing Baohua's latest computer can be considered a domestically produced computer. Although many components were acquired, Chinese people were involved in its development.
Apart from the CPU, memory, and hard drive, most of the major components are just domestically produced parts assembled and rebranded.
CPUs are also moving towards complete domestic production. Although they are currently of lower quality, they will not be subject to being held back by others.
As for the memory, although it's still Samsung, Xing Baohua can confidently say that if he dares not supply the goods, he can produce the exact same memory in no time. He already has the technology, but out of consideration for their relationship, he hasn't dared to replicate it.
Moreover, Samsung was willing to supply him with whatever amount of goods he wanted, partly due to some personal relationship. Furthermore, the memory factory was very close to the rice factory, so transportation costs were not a concern at all; a handcart could easily carry fifty or sixty boxes.
The only thing that cannot be domestically produced is hard drives, which is a major weakness. Regardless of which domestic manufacturers produce hard drives, we need to prepare for both possibilities; it's time to strive for domestically produced hard drives.
Once a certain level of talent has been cultivated, we will begin working on hard drive technology.
Trying to sell products using the gimmick of domestically produced integrated systems is impossible. It seems that a certain company has already put forward this banner. There is no need to compete with them. They can make computers, which is a great achievement.
Xing Baohua pondered for a moment, then said to Xiao Tian, "Could we create an online push notification system?"
"Please explain in more detail." Xiao Tian didn't quite understand what he meant and wanted to know how Xing Baohua would handle things online.
"The domestic internet is still in its initial stage, and many computer users don't use the internet, so they can't access system patches or upgrades yet. Once they do use the internet, the system will show them a message prompting them to download and install patches and drivers via the internet."
What if they don't know how?
"You don't set up one-click installation for them, so that they can just click on the update and it will download and install automatically. It's like it's no big deal."
Xiao Tian said with a bitter face, "You make it sound simple, but I estimate it won't be ready in a few months. Haven't we been trying to simplify the system? With your automation requirements, it'll probably become even more massive. What if the customers don't have enough hard drives?"
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