So i ran several diagnostics following the kernel panic, and after eliminating all else i can say that it’s CPU or motherboard are done. And we all know what that means …
My dear desktop theBeast, you were a faithful companion to me for 5 years. I picked your components myself. You were a hot item back in the days. You drank from many ISPs. You travelled with me from Glasgow to Brussels.
You went through replacements of hard drives, RAM addition, and I replaced the CPU cooler because your old one sounded like a turbo propeller taking off.
Bygones. I will now scavenge you for parts, which will continue to bear testimony to your past existence. I don’t think i will miss you, but i will remember you fondly. Rest In Peace.
Computers are much like “the family axe”. “My father had to replace the handle and I replaced the blade, but it’s still the same axe, honest!”.
Just keep the hostname alive.
RIP
you might be right, Philip
Thanks for all your sympathy