AMD question

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cheburns

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I wasn't quite sure where to post this but anyways...
I just put together my new computer (sig) and she's running real nice (not that I've put it to extreme tests yet or anything) so thanks to everyone here who helped me pick out stuff. I'm not looking to overclock my system or anything like that I think I'll be happy with its performance level, but what is the deal with AMD Cool'n'Quiet and AMD Live. I can turn them on and off in the bios and I was just wondering if I should even bother having them on for someone who isn't going to be pushing their system to the limits. Anyone else with AMD processors use or not use them and why and do you notice a difference? Any input would be great just trying to get my system running as smoothly as possible.

Thanks guys
 
I run AMD systems here with that feature enabled due to the long hours I keep a system on. That helps reduce power consumption when the system is idle more then anything. That way the cpu also stays cooler over longer periods of inactivity. Running a stock build even you can have that enabled and be a little safer there. When placing a good load on the cpu even running stock having a good cooling situation will be more important however.

Looks like you have good air flow with the gaming case in your sig. That helps big time since boards seem to be the thing that run warmer at this point. When putting the 939 case together last year that was a big factor seeing the board temps higher then the cpu's. The old mid tower case with two small 80mm fans one rear one top didn't work! Fortunately the Antec Nine Hundred model is ready for the next build planned here. :D
 
AMD LIVE! features away mode (supported by motherboards), the system hibernates when user is not using, and power up quickly when needed.

AMD LIVE! also includes a selection of software aimed to enhance the digital entertainment experience named as AMD LIVE! Entertainment Suite, see software section for details.
 
I'll have a better insight when getting another build together here soon. But essentially it tunes the system down when not in use. Unless you find a reason for not having it enabled it won't hurt having it on. If you leave a system unattended for lengthy periods of time then you will want it on.
 
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