Computer too hot?

Apd904 · 06-02-2008, 07:09 PM

Hey guys I just checked my temps...
Motherboard 36 °C (97 °F)
CPU 54 °C (129 °F)
Seagate ST380011A 44 °C (111 °F)
And I don't know what a good temperature is, but those seem VERY high. My fans are running:
CPU 917 RPM
Chassis 2033 RPM
Any suggestions?

[-0MEGA-] · 06-02-2008, 07:36 PM

We need to know what processor you have, 54C isn't that bad for most processors, but again it depends if it's idle or under load.

computeruler · 06-02-2008, 08:48 PM

also if its very dusty inside clean it out with some compressed air also you cpu fan seems to be going kinda slow

imsati · 06-02-2008, 10:04 PM

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also you cpu fan seems to be going kinda slow

Agreed. Adp, are you sure those fan speeds are for the right fans (CPU isn't 2k and Chasis isn't 900)? If the CPU fan is actually spinning that slow, you can enter BIOS and disable the SmartFan setting. SmartFan will adjust the CPU HSF speed according to temp. With it disabled, it will spin at 100% all the time, moving more air and keeping the CPU cooler.

Apd904 · 06-03-2008, 12:00 AM

AMD Athalon XP 2800+ CPU

imsati · 06-03-2008, 12:26 AM

Is that CPU temp under Load or Idle?

It's always good to double check with another Temp monitoring program. I'm not sure why, but different programs just seem to 'like' different configs better. Some play nicer with Everest, others with SpeedFan. Even similar setups - it's really odd. Eh, anyway, SpeedFan is a nice one to use, and lots of folks love PC Wizard.

If you get similar readings with other programs and you're concerned about the temp, I'd change the BIOS settings. Cooler is better, yes, but unless you're running above 60*C at Idle, it's not CPU-life threating.

Apd904 · 06-03-2008, 12:54 AM

I hnestly don't know the difference between idle and load.

Well the only reason i brought it up at all is because i thought it may be slowing down my computer.

imsati · 06-03-2008, 01:07 AM

Idle is when your system is just sitting there, or web-browsing, email, etc.
Load is when you're opening large programs, gaming, or doing other very CPU-intensive tasks.

As far as slowing down your system, yes, there is something called 'scaling'. Scaling is what happens when the CPU gets too hot, but before it's auto-shutdown point. In an attempt to run cooler, some CPU's will cut back their clock speed to try and run cooler. When that happens, yeah, performance is affected. Scaling is different than other power-saving features such as EIST, or AMD's version.

In short, unless your performance gets drastically slower, you start getting auto-shutdowns from the heat, or you really hate seeing an Idle temp in the 50's, don't stress out about it - you're good. If you want to bring the temp down for whatever reason, just say the word and we'll be able to offer some pointers.

Apd904 · 06-03-2008, 01:45 AM

So even if i did cool my computer down, it wouldn't speed it up noticably at all would it

diduknowthat · 06-03-2008, 01:58 AM

not unless if it's slowing down due to overheating, which it shouldn't be at that temperature.

06-02-2008, 07:09 PM	#1 (permalink)
Apd904 Bronze Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Jax, FL Posts: 72	Computer too hot? Hey guys I just checked my temps... Motherboard 36 °C (97 °F) CPU 54 °C (129 °F) Seagate ST380011A 44 °C (111 °F) And I don't know what a good temperature is, but those seem VERY high. My fans are running: CPU 917 RPM Chassis 2033 RPM Any suggestions?

06-02-2008, 07:36 PM	#2 (permalink)
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06-03-2008, 12:26 AM	#6 (permalink)
imsati Diamond Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: EHT, NJ Posts: 2,547	Is that CPU temp under Load or Idle? It's always good to double check with another Temp monitoring program. I'm not sure why, but different programs just seem to 'like' different configs better. Some play nicer with Everest, others with SpeedFan. Even similar setups - it's really odd. Eh, anyway, SpeedFan is a nice one to use, and lots of folks love PC Wizard. If you get similar readings with other programs and you're concerned about the temp, I'd change the BIOS settings. Cooler is better, yes, but unless you're running above 60*C at Idle, it's not CPU-life threating. __________________ --Jay Gigabyte EP31-DS3L \| E4500 \| Masscool HSF paired with AS-5 80 GB SATA2 x 2 \| e-GeForce 7100 GS \| CM Elite 330 (gorgeous!) Triple Boot: Ubuntu 7.10/XP Home/Kubuntu 7.10 You do realize that everytime PC eye Posts, God kicks a puppy, and every time someone takes his advice, He smothers a kitten in front of a child, right? http://www.computerforum.com/114761-...tml#post922619

06-03-2008, 01:07 AM	#8 (permalink)
imsati Diamond Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: EHT, NJ Posts: 2,547	Idle is when your system is just sitting there, or web-browsing, email, etc. Load is when you're opening large programs, gaming, or doing other very CPU-intensive tasks. As far as slowing down your system, yes, there is something called 'scaling'. Scaling is what happens when the CPU gets too hot, but before it's auto-shutdown point. In an attempt to run cooler, some CPU's will cut back their clock speed to try and run cooler. When that happens, yeah, performance is affected. Scaling is different than other power-saving features such as EIST, or AMD's version. In short, unless your performance gets drastically slower, you start getting auto-shutdowns from the heat, or you really hate seeing an Idle temp in the 50's, don't stress out about it - you're good. If you want to bring the temp down for whatever reason, just say the word and we'll be able to offer some pointers. __________________ --Jay Gigabyte EP31-DS3L \| E4500 \| Masscool HSF paired with AS-5 80 GB SATA2 x 2 \| e-GeForce 7100 GS \| CM Elite 330 (gorgeous!) Triple Boot: Ubuntu 7.10/XP Home/Kubuntu 7.10 You do realize that everytime PC eye Posts, God kicks a puppy, and every time someone takes his advice, He smothers a kitten in front of a child, right? http://www.computerforum.com/114761-...tml#post922619

06-03-2008, 01:58 AM	#10 (permalink)
diduknowthat formerly liuliuboy Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Massachusetts Age: 17 Posts: 6,331	not unless if it's slowing down due to overheating, which it shouldn't be at that temperature. __________________ Silent Tuned \| 3D Marks 06: 11566 Q6600 2.4ghz CPU \| Gigabyte GA-P35 LGA 775 MB EVGA 8800gt 512mb Video Card G.Skill 4GB Ram \| Western Digital 400GB HD X-Fi Xtrememusic Sound Card Antec P180B Case \| Scythe Ninja HSF CM Real Power Pro 650watt PSU

06-02-2008, 08:48 PM	#3 (permalink)
computeruler Gold Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Age: 30 Posts: 409	also if its very dusty inside clean it out with some compressed air also you cpu fan seems to be going kinda slow

06-03-2008, 12:00 AM	#5 (permalink)
Apd904 Bronze Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Jax, FL Posts: 72	AMD Athalon XP 2800+ CPU

06-03-2008, 12:54 AM	#7 (permalink)
Apd904 Bronze Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Jax, FL Posts: 72	I hnestly don't know the difference between idle and load. Well the only reason i brought it up at all is because i thought it may be slowing down my computer.

06-03-2008, 01:45 AM	#9 (permalink)
Apd904 Bronze Member Join Date: May 2008 Location: Jax, FL Posts: 72	So even if i did cool my computer down, it wouldn't speed it up noticably at all would it

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