I recently ordered my ROG Ally and am eagerly awaiting its delivery. In the meantime, I thought it would be beneficial to establish a dedicated club here, as I haven't come across any existing discussions on the ROG Ally.

Are there any other ROG Ally users in this forum? I would love to connect and share experiences.

Hey, planning to get one soon. How yours going thus far?

It's running just fine for my needs. I bought the 2023 version, not the 2024 Ally X. Initially, I faced a few issues, but everything is smooth now.

Here are the modifications I've made:
1. Installed a 2280 SSD adapter.
2. Upgraded the original 512GB DRAM-less SSD to a 2TB KC3000 NVMe SSD.
3. Replaced the original backplate with a JSAUX Transparent Back Plate (to fit the upgraded SSD without modifying the original backplate).
4. Performed a clean installation of Windows instead of using ASUS Cloud Recovery.
5. Installed the 2024 Ally X drivers on my 2023 Ally.

None of these modifications void the warranty, and after doing step 4 and 5, everything is working perfectly.

Which model are you considering—the 2023 Ally or the 2024 Ally X?

Also, remember to register your Ally with your ASUS account after receiving it. This will extend the warranty by an additional year, giving you a total of 3 years instead of the original 2.

This post has been edited by sHawTY: Oct 7 2024, 03:56 PM

Was actually considering the Ally X with all the latest upgrades but in fact I just placed an order during 10/10 sales.

I assume for X version step 1 to 3 is not necessary but step 4 seems to be a good idea. Is it the normal window reformatting?

Steps 1 and 3 aren’t needed for Ally X.

It’s pretty much like reformatting, but I added an extra step by doing a secure erase on the SSD with Parted Magic. After that, I set up a USB installer for Windows 11 on my laptop to proceed with the installation.

This post has been edited by sHawTY: Oct 12 2024, 07:49 PM

wondering that reformatting the win11 on the Ally would need a laptop as per your step or that only for secure erase of your SSD?

p.s . not really a software pro in this regards

It does
Where do you live bro? If you're nearby Subang Jaya, we can meet up and I can help you do it

I'm actually working around Subang area, definitely can arrange a TT section. But my device will only be available by month end or next month due to pre-order.

Sure. Just let me know when you want to meet

Can no problem, will arrange.
Anyway for the clean install all the Asus software will be removed? And install only those needed?

Yep

Great, looking forward to perform this once received the unit.

Apologies for the earlier miscommunication. To ensure your Ally X functions correctly, the following two ASUS applications are still required:
1. MyASUS
2. Armory Crate SE

Additionally, it’s recommended to have a Microsoft account (e.g., hotmail.com, outlook.com, or live.com) ready.
While a local account can still be used, signing in with a Microsoft account is the optimal choice, as it allows you to lock the device to your account for enhanced security and accessibility.

This post has been edited by sHawTY: Oct 14 2024, 11:30 AM

No worries mate, will let you do the whole process. Still patiently awaiting my unit to arrive.

How does it benefit compare between clean installation vs ROG factory windows?
Can i revert back to Asus original windows later (by using Cloud Recovery)?

The clean windows installation will use the Window Key embedded on the motherboard?

Where you order your Ally X eh ?
Right now i find many shopee's one and all replied no ready stock beside Asus Brand Store - P.C.Image but the price kinda ouch.

Most no ready stock replying me saying need 15 days

Lower RAM usage, faster boot, no bloatwares
Definitely
Yes. It will use the embedded key on the motherboard
I however, use my own Windows 11 Pro key to install Windows 11 Pro instead of using the embedded Windows 11 Home key

This post has been edited by sHawTY: Oct 21 2024, 07:48 PM

Nice, now gonna wait either 25th or 11.11 to place order

Hey, I bought mine during the 10.10 sale from shopee with almost RM900 discount. Unfortunately is also pre-order unit, up to today still haven't receive the unit yet.

Wow .. RM900 discount ? What vouchers is that
Which seller you opt eh ? and 10.10 till now already almost 20 days

I bought mine from DirectD (25.10 24 October - discount RM200 @ final RM3,899) and not sure when will receive, the expected delivery now showing 11-17 Nov 2024.
Seller says 15 days and promised 15 days will reach my hand :\

This post has been edited by TongCN: Oct 28 2024, 01:33 PM

Just collected all the voucher available that day and apply it during check out. My final price is at around RM3.4k, your price also considered not too bad then.

Mine supposed to be pack for delivery by 30/10, left few more days shall see if there is any update later.