The TINIEST Nvidia SLI Setup EVER?

The video investigates Nvidia's g-force g-assist USB drive concept by attempting to replicate a multi-device setup, humorously dubbed the tiniest Nvidia SLI setup ever. The host starts by explaining Nvidia's announced but initially April Fools' related features, then confirms that a real 64 GB USB drive variant exists in a limited run, styled to resemble a GTX 1080. With two drives in hand, the team explores whether software RAID can be used to merge the drives for higher throughput, given that hardware RAID for USB sticks would be prohibitively expensive. They experiment with Windows Disk Management, attempting to convert the drives to dynamic disks and enable a striped array, only to encounter driver and security hurdles that block a straightforward solution. After some trial and error, the crew pivots to a macOS approach, inspired by another creator, to achieve what they call an SLI-like configuration, documenting the process with cautious optimism and humor. The results are modest, showing improved sequential throughput but confirming that this setup remains a novelty rather than a practical solution, while the segment playfuly underscores the gap between marketing gimmicks and real-world performance. The video closes with reflections on the feasibility of such experiments, a nod to sponsors, and an invitation to viewers to check the description for gear details and related content.

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