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Users debate unlocking CMP 170HX GPU memory for LLMs

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Users on the r/LocalLLaMA subreddit are discussing the practicalities of unlocking the memory on CMP 170HX graphics cards. Originally limited to 8GB or 10GB, tools like cmpunlocker claim to restore the full HBM2e capacity. However, there is conflicting information regarding stability, with many users reporting issues when attempting to exceed 40GB, even when aiming for an 80GB unlock. AI

IMPACT Potential for increased local LLM deployment if hardware limitations are overcome.

RANK_REASON Discussion about unlocking hardware capabilities for specific use cases.

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Users debate unlocking CMP 170HX GPU memory for LLMs

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  1. r/LocalLLaMA TIER_1 English(EN) · /u/Feralzi ·

    Anyone here actually unlocked a CMP 170HX 10GB? What's your experience with the 40GB vs 80GB memory unlock?

    <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>The cards are basically cut-down A100s that were locked to 8GB or 10GB, and now there are tools like cmpunlocker that can supposedly restore the full HBM2e capacity.</p> <p>The thing that's confusing me is the mixed info about what's actually sta…

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