Khalid Najdi
Sydney,NSW
Summary
Currently known for being underrated and often overlooked, though encouraged by others to purse some career in this field. Bringing comprehensive understanding of computing systems and infrastructure. Skilled in both Windows and MacOS environments, with proven expertise in troubleshooting, system customization, and performance optimization. Accomplishments include VRAM restoration, GPU performance enhancement, and advanced game modification. Recognized for enhancing operational efficiency, providing robust technical support amongst people I've personally helped, and excelling in dynamic environments. Self-taught and passionate about technology, with a strong focus on team collaboration and continuous improvement.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PC Assembler & Enthusiast
Self-Employed
11.2001 - Current
- Experience Timeline:
- 2001: Began with the Xbox, and grew through additional exposure and experience using office-based PCs.
- 2010: Acquired and utilized school-issued MacBooks, gaining familiarity with various operating systems.
- 2014 - Present: Extensive hands-on experience with motherboards, GPUs, CPUs, RAM, Ultrawides and Storage Solutions.
- PC Part History Timeline:
- Motherboards: X99, X299, X570, Z690, Z790.
- CPUs: 5960X, 7820X, 3900X, 12600KF, 13900KF, 14700KF.
- GPUs: 980 SLI, 1080 SLI, 1080Ti, 2080, 3070, 3090, 4090, 4080+4090.
- RAM: 32GB DDR4, 64GB DDR4, 64GB DDR5, 128GB G.Skill DDR5.
- Storage: SATA SSDs, NVMe SSDs, 3.5" HDDs.
- Ultrawide History:
- Aspect ratios: 21:9, 24:10, 32:10, 32:9.
- Panel types: IPS/VA/QD-OLED.
Technical Troubleshooter & Customization Expert
Self-Employed
01.2014 - Current
- Software & System Management:
- Extensive use of Registry Edits, Services, UAC, Command Prompt, Group Local Policy, Task Manager, User Permissions, Task Scheduler, Device Manager, and Disk Management.
- Aware of Azure Directory, In-tune, (including Apple MDM).
- Problem-Solving Expertise: Over two decades of computing experience with an unparalleled ability to troubleshoot software issues on both Windows and MacOS. Along-side hardware-based issues. Like loose cabling, why fans aren't spinning and easily able to comprehend error codes on Motherboards to discern why POST isn't achieved.
- Configured DNS, enabled IPv6, and tweaked IP-based settings with ease.
- System Customization:
- Customized Windows 11 using My-Dock-Finder, Wallpaper Engine, Start11v2.
- Moved user folders and installed .exe-based applications outside standard directories to optimize system security.
- Set up detailed MSI-Afterburner OSD for hardware monitoring.
- Network & Security:
- Configured network adapter settings, set-up power options, and used Disk-Part via CMD. Managed drivers and anti-virus software to ensure top-tier system security, performance and storage-configurations.
- MacOS Management:
- Proficient in managing MacOS systems, including troubleshooting, software updates, and user permissions.
- Aware of Widgets, Time Machine, Networking Settings.
Hardware & Performance Optimization Specialist
Self-Employed
01.2014 - Current
- Pre-Gaming PC Knowledge: Extensive knowledge of overclocking CPU, GPU, and RAM, and high understanding of BIOS and VBIOS(es) by research and common sense before locking into this journey.
- Performance Tuning: Currently, without guides. I've found ways to highly overclock the 14700KF, RTX4090 and the 128GB DDR5 G.Skill I've got. Good temps, stable rendering, and nearly no given variances.
- Performance Tuning: Identified and addressed design flaws in low voltage-capped and lower TDP GPU models to prevent stuttering.
- Performance Tuning: 1080 Ti through to the RTX4090 Cards I've personally owned. Have been used with XOC VBIOS(es). Allowing for more stability and performance. (outside the RTX2080)
- Performance Tuning: Utilized advanced monitoring and stress-testing software including AIDA64, HWINFO64, MSI-Afterburner, and Riva-Tuner.
- Performance Tuning: Conducted stress tests using video games with shader processes and benchmarks to evaluate CPU, RAM and GPU performance, alongside overall stability.
- Cooling and Fan Management:
- Proficient with using fan and cooler software such as NZXT Cam-Hub and Corsair-Software to maintain optimal system temperatures.
- Current machine uses NZXT F140 RGB DUO 140mm Fans top and below, as well as one, Corsair H170i ELITE LCD XT Liquid 420mm CPU-AIO Cooler.
Education
High School Diploma -
Year 11 - St Patrick's College Sutherland
Sutherland11.2011
Skills
- Hardware and software configuration
- System performance assessments
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Microsoft windows and office
- Verbal and written communication
- Task prioritization
- Analytical thinking
- Professionalism
- Network troubleshooting
Accomplishments
Accomplishments
- VRAM Restoration & System Build: Achieved successful VRAM restoration by mentally designing and planning, and then implementing my self-built dual 40 series PC system. Built towards my creative work and high gaming passions, leveraging my extensive experience and technical insights.
- GPU Performance Enhancement: Transformed GTX 980 WF GPU models by personally editing their VBIOS to address low voltage and fluctuating clock speeds. Achieved stable 2-way SLI with 1.275V, 1418 Base clock, and a new boost clock of 1518, compared to the original 1228 Base and 1379 Boost clocks. This was accomplished with my first gaming PC in 2014.
- Game Modification Expertise: Self-taught advanced game modification techniques to tailor games to my vision, showcasing my high attention to detail and ability to enhance original experiences.
- GPU Repaste Experience: Self-taught how to correctly disassemble GPUs. I repasted my RTX 3070, Gigabyte Gaming OC and my MSI Gaming X Trio, RTX 3090. ~ Perfectly.
Certification
- Full NSW's Driver's License.
- Full Australian Citizen.
- Full Working Rights.
- Currently Supported By A DES:
- Due to my Speech Disability.
- Note: I made this Resume myself.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Arabic
Limited Working
Timeline
Technical Troubleshooter & Customization Expert
Self-Employed
01.2014 - Current
Hardware & Performance Optimization Specialist
Self-Employed
01.2014 - Current
PC Assembler & Enthusiast
Self-Employed
11.2001 - Current
High School Diploma -
Year 11 - St Patrick's College Sutherland
- Full NSW's Driver's License.
- Full Australian Citizen.
- Full Working Rights.
- Currently Supported By A DES:
- Due to my Speech Disability.
- Note: I made this Resume myself.
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