PC hardware: Computer overheating constantly
Apply Some Thermal Compound on the Processor..!!
by leojoe - 7/31/06 4:45 AM In reply to: Computer overheating constantly by VarrenI had a similar problem with my machine too. I applied some thermal compound, which usually comes along with the processor, in between the Heat Sink and the Processor. My Processor temperature has not gone up since then.
Why does a line keep moving up and down my monitor?
by Samuels.A - 5/25/08 8:51 AM In reply to: Apply Some Thermal Compound on the Processor..!! by leojoeIt happened when I turned my computer on. It sometimes "shakes", vibrates, the programs I have running.
Could be the Thermal Compound !!!
by tjdenmark - 7/31/06 2:38 PM In reply to: Computer overheating constantly by VarrenI had the same problem with the pc overheating for 1-2 months ago. My pc has been running for years without any problem with overheating and then one day it overheated. I splitted my pc into pieces to find out the problem. I found out that the thermal compound on the video card was getting old and hard. It couldnt lead the heat from the chips anymore. I fixed it with replacing the old thermal compound.
overheating computer
by rick5446 - 8/5/06 4:36 AM In reply to: Could be the Thermal Compound !!! by tjdenmarkHad the same problem..But U half answered your own question working fine for years..Change the power supply,this should be adequate.Provided U have not incured any other damage due to power loss.This will definetly create heat problems..But I would definetely think that the power supply is the culprit
Thermal Overheating
by jithin009 - 10/12/07 3:53 AM In reply to: overheating computer by rick5446Hi!!! I can understand that the heatsink over the video chips may have got old & thus not working properly. Replacing the same may correct the thing. But I want to ask u that how does changing the power supply solve the problem & what do u actualy say by changing the power supply does it men for AC to DC ?
So far....
by Varren - 8/1/06 12:54 AM In reply to: Computer overheating constantly by VarrenI have a large house fan blowing into the computer now and it's also propped up on a plank of wood. I have had no problems so far! I just hope it'll stay like that.
Check the Requirements for the Games you're playing.........
by Trance_Zac - 8/1/06 6:25 AM In reply to: Computer overheating constantly by VarrenBesides probably needing a PSU, your video card may not be up to snuff
I'm pretty sure I meet the requirements for them
by Varren - 8/1/06 10:33 AM In reply to: Check the Requirements for the Games you're playing......... by Trance_ZacThe only two games I really play these days are Counter-Strike: Source and Starcraft: Brood War. Starcraft's requirements are easily met and Counter-Strike: Source's I meet as well (I can play it at max settings with little problems). Again my video card is a 6800gt and my cpu a XP 2400+.
My 430W psu is sufficient for this, right?
This is way beyond the point or logic
by irishsassilassi - 8/4/06 4:04 AM In reply to: Check the Requirements for the Games you're playing......... by Trance_Zacbasically if your pc does not meet the requirements of a certain software or usually game, it's not like a living thing that you can push into breaking point (exerting more than 100% is impossible in a cpu, aside from overclocking).
Simply if your system is overheating the typical first suspect is the cpu fan and heatsink. Video cards come later as if a video card gives out, you'll either be able to boot without video or it'll give that beeping sound for "video card not detected" (consult your motheboard's user's manual). Or if the video card is overheating, usually you'll only get a heavy maybe 1 minute lag, not a full shutdown.
Usually the easiest way is to apply new thermal grease and clean the fan. Then test with torture test programs such as Prime95. If the thing still gives out then try buying a better cpu and heatsink (which is the usual case with AthlonXP's).
Overheating
by waytron - 8/4/06 3:28 AM In reply to: Computer overheating constantly by VarrenBased on the fact that you now say that blowing a house fan into the open case solved your problems could mean several things:
I assume that you cleaned and blew out all fans, heat sinks and vents.
1. Double check every fan inside your computer to make sure all of them are actually running. You could have a bad fan on the processor or video card.
2. You may want to evaluate the overall ventilation layout and change the direction of one of the fans. If all of the fans are blowing in the same direction, such as out of the case, you may not have enough openings in the case to balance the air flow. Try turning the lower fan around to blow into the case. So you now have some fans blowing out and 1 blowing in.
3. Depending on your layout inside of your case, if you have any PCI cards, such as a modem or NIC card, you could try moving it to another slot away from your video card.
4. Cables, especially any wide ribbon cables can block airflow, try changing the placement of some of these cables.
5. You may have a poor thermal connection between one of your heatsinks and your processor or video chipset. You could remove and reapply heatsink compound to these areas and make sure they are seated properly.
6. You may need to purchase a better heatsink and fan for your processor or video card.
7. You could cut holes in the case and install more fans or purchase a new case, but I would only do this after you have exhausted all other issues.
Good Luck!
Dana H.
Overheating
by gizmops - 8/4/06 4:29 AM In reply to: Computer overheating constantly by VarrenHi,
I have recently also had an overheating problem experienced when I was burning DVD´s.
After much head scratching and thoughts on new hardware, I found the solution.
The inside of my case showed some dust, dead insects etc. The cpu fan looked slightly grubby until removed when it was apparent how grubby it was, equally, the heatsink on top of the cpu was virtually completely clogged. Unbelievable. I cleaned everything with a small paintbrush and vacuum cleaner. No more problems.
Hope this works for you.
Regards
Ralph, Valencia, Spain
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by jktz122 - 8/4/06 5:19 AM In reply to: Computer overheating constantly by Varrenwhen you boot up go into the bios .. every motherboard is different but get to the part that shows you the fan speed .. if the fan speed is too low on boot up then your cpu will over heat .. same thing happened to me at boot up time the fan speed (r.p.m.)is supposed to be high say around 2000+ rpm and then as it idles it slows down .. but if its slow at boot up time it may mean something wrong with your fan and you should buy a new one
Power supply to small
by larryt2 - 8/4/06 5:22 AM In reply to: Computer overheating constantly by VarrenI would also check the wattage rating on your powersupply.I run a EVGA 6600GT with a An athalon 2800+ processor . The stock powersupply was rated a 300 watts . and the recomended powersupply is a minimum 350 watt powersupply for the 6600gt . I beleve that nvidia recomends a minimum of a 400 watt power supply for the 6800. Judging from your case and the fact that you are running a 2400+ processor you may only have a 200-250 watt power supply . Also check to see if you have the power plug connected to the video card and that it is not shared with your harddrive. New power supplies are cheap these days and you should be able to pu a 500 watt one for the 100 dollar range or less.
Buy an air conditioner!
by kristaylor - 8/4/06 6:16 AM In reply to: Power supply to small by larryt2No matter how good a computer's case airflow and cooling are, if the room is too hot, the computer will be too. As the ambient (room) temperature rises, it becomes more and more difficult to cool the computer. The reason? Cooling happens by moving heat, in this case away from the chips, drives and other items which produce it in the computer and into the room. The heat is replaced by the air in the room. As that replacement air gets hotter and hotter, less and less cooling occurs. Once the temperature in your room approaches that inside your computer, no cooling is actually taking place. The only solution is to lower the temperature in the room. Other partial solutions such as getting a better power supply might help as well. 3D games draw more power from the power supply, and cause the power supply and video card to produce more heat. Some power supplys cut off if the temperature gets too high. A good power supply will produce power more efficiently, producing less heat, and also generally be able to withstand higher thermal conditions (they're also more likely to have better cooling built into them).
Man, it's HOT in here... (:
by drwho - 8/5/06 12:42 AM In reply to: Power supply to small by larryt2As many others have suggested, make sure your AIRFLOW is sufficent. I did not notice a SIDE mount fan in the pics. ONE rear case fan is not going to cut it on a gaming `puter. ya need a side intake fan to bring air INTO the case as well as the rear fan sending the hot air OUT of the case.
Additional CPU / GPU cooling would be a good idea too. Rather than getting fancy with Liquid Nitrogen or DiHydrogen Oxide cooling systems, try using a simple supercooler plate between the CPU and heatsink. Utilizing the Peltier Effect, one side will get ''freezing cold'' as the other gets blazing hot.
As long as you wire it correctly so that the HOT side is against the Heatsink, not the CPU, your system should remain quite stable even while sitting in a 90° room since the cooling does not rely on the ambient temp in & around the case.
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