Nvidia tried so hard to stop this - GPU Sharing with Virtual Machines
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Published 2022-01-09
Is this the solution to the chip shortage? Using Windows paravirtualization and a some custom scripts makes sharing your GPU power easier than ever.
Easy-GPU-P Github page: github.com/jamesstringerparsec/Easy-GPU-P
Discuss on the forum: linustechtips.com/topic/1402522-nvidia-tried-so-ha…
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CHAPTERS
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0:00 Intro
0:45 Splitting your GPU
2:02 Easy-GPU-P
4:17 Initial VM impressions
7:25 HACKS
7:34 Performance theories
10:33 Setting up VMs
12:45 4 players, 1 GPU
14:05 Maxed out GPU
14:36 Horst attempts to play CS:GO
14:59 2070 Super results
16:13 3080 Ti Results
17:46 Conclusion
All Comments (21)
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If they had really cut that GPU in half they could probably still re-sell both halves for higher than the MSRP given the state of the world right now.
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I was all into virtualizing my gaming PC until I learned how much anti-cheat software hates VMs.
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Anti-cheat software: Oh no you don't. Scalpers: Oh no you don't.
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this might be an interesting one for households with a kid or two kids that are looking to move from console to pc. Having a hub pc for the household is an interesting concept.
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To share a GPU with friends, it requires two things: 1) a GPU 2) friends I only have a GPU
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Sharing the cost of 1 top tier GPU with the boys would definitely be easier and cheaper than finding 4 mid-range GPUs
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I feel that as a kid linus' experiences with being broke and wanting to game coupled with his experience as an actual company owner has really helped his want/need to get around arbitrary bs like this, it's really really solidly good for gamers.
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I think it's worth mentioning that some anticheat software (Vanguard, etc.) rejects running the game they are bundled with in a VM. Maybe there are workarounds for the particular game, maybe not, but don't expect to be able to play every AAA competitive game with this setup.
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Or you could do what I did, get a 64-Core Epyc Rome, 256GB of DDR4 ECC, 3x Titan X Pascal and 10 1.2TB Enterprise SSD to run 12x Gamers off one rack mounted system. Awesome video Colin (and Linus). This tech is incredibly powerful for distributed computing, and I can't wait to see what the future holds.
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This would have been great for your "Leftist PC" build, it really is our GPU.
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The sped up, step-by-step, screen cap of the vm being spun up in windows, is actually very genius, and should be a standard for content like this-- that's technical and takes many steps-- maybe even queued up a bit earlier during talking points. It's almost like the first time I had seen a teardown on GN where the unscrewing etc was chopped up and played back normal speed. Kudos to the editor of this vid.
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I remember Linus mentioning this when the 30 series was originally preparing to launch. I'm glad he was able to get it running!
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Linus' GPU is so big, he has decided to split it to 2 and share it with others. Such a generous man.
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I remember you mentioning this project a few weeks ago, so I’m really excited to see it finally happen. Cool use of Paraec, too.
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I was doing academic work in the virtualization high ability field circa 2011... For years there was a flopping between hardware and para in terms of what provides better performance and what will be the future. At one point around 2015 it seemed hardware will be it for good. I personally always felt para was a more elegant and cooperative design, though back then not available for Windows.
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This is actually a great option for trying out windows 11 from a windows 10 gaming PC. Parsec makes it a much more native feeling experience than hyper-v alone.
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I think leaving the host VM preview open is hindering the performance a bit during the demo. It should be closed and the VM should be started from the menu option instead of opening the preview for a more realistic result
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How many takes did Linus need to keep a straight face during "definitely don't just spin up a new one whenever your license expires."
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Iv been waiting for a follow up video like this!
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I’ve been waiting for this one since the short clip, thanks.
