what temp should the AMD XP3000 run at 3

[calous3]

Hi

I recently built a pc with, xp3000+ chip

Mobo ga7n400pro2
seagate barracuda sata 120gb
512 twinmos dual channel pc3200
gigabyte gefx5200 128
coolermaster 3200+ heatsink

the processor is running between 58 & 65%c when only windows is running.

Is this to high

 

[ski]

That's on the high side.

Did you make sure that either the heatsink came supplied with a thermal pad, or that thermal compound was applied to both the heatsink and the CPU die(this is recommended over using the pad)?

Are the computer's vents unobstructed, is the computer located in an open area, are all fans running, and are there any wires/cables in the airflow path of any case fans?

What's your case fan configuration(number, capacities, and locations)?

If the above turn out to be ok, then remove the computer's cover, and run an external fan.
If that does not help, then you may have to install a more efficient heatsink/fan on the CPU.

 

[paparazi]

If you have simply built this lot into a standard case without adding additional case fans then the figure of
58-65C doesn't suprise me, with such a hot CPU extra case fans are a must from the word go.
Obviously the enviroment the PC operates in determines the temperature that can be achieved so if you do live in a warm climate temperatures are always going to be on the high side unless more radical cooling solutions are employed.
Ideally you want to achieve a maximum temperature lower than 60C, this is easily attainable if your PC runs in a moderate climate but for those in warmer climbs much more attention is needed and better/additional cooling products need to be fitted.
Martin

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[calous3]

Hi guys

Thanx for your prompt responses. I have 2 case fans run ning 1st at front lower end of the case 2nd back of case higher up. The heatsink did come with a pad but judging from whats been said i could install another 2 case fans and clean the heatsink and put some paste on.

any further help or suggestions would be welcome

Lee

 

[Freestone]

Is the heatsink oriented properly? The recessed portion of the bottom of the heatsink should be over, but not on, the raised portion of the CPU socket.

Processor Installation Guide:

http://www.amd.com/us-en/assets/content_type/white_papers_and_tech_docs/23986.pdf

Processor and Heatsink Installation Videos:

http://www.amd.com/us-en/Processors/SellAMDProducts/0,,30_177_3641_1202^1073^6678,00.html

 

[ski]

Is the lower front case fan blowing in, and the upper rear one blowing out?

 

[calous3]

Yes the fans are blowing in the right direction, I had the machine on test for 2 days and it never touched the 60% mark always between 53-58 but its been put into a computer desk now which only gives it about 1 1/2" clearence either side and its also in a warmer room.

if i could get it to run at 52-55 would that be safe.

 

[Freestone]

My system is also in a desk enclosure, and it too ran hot. This desk has a rear horizontal support piece that has height just enough that the air exhausted by the two rear fans is deflected back into the enclosure, which heats the chassis, and is possibly also being recycled by the front intake fan. I added a small external fan blowing into the enclosure that gives enough airflow to push the exhausted air out of the rear of the enclosure. This small addition solved my problem.

 

[ski]

55 max is safe, and a lot better than 65 max.

Also, if your CPU cooler is one of the top 3 listed at the below link, then another thing to check is that the rheostat
is set to the high fan speed setting.

LT=english&Language_s=2&url_place=product_list&p_class=111

 

[ski]

Sorry, here's the correct link:

http://www.coolermaster.com/?LT=english&Language_s=2&url_place=product_list&p_class=111

 

[calous3]

no it none of the aero set, would have liked to fit one but he would'nt stretch that far. it just just very bog standard coolermaster.

lee

 

[paparazi]

Bog standard cooler master?
Do you know what model?
It maybe struggling given the restricted airflow around the case.
Martin

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[calous3]

cooler master socket a/fcpga upto 3200+ copper base cooler

 

[ski]

Cannot determine the fan's cfm rating from that info.
Do you have the model number of the cooler?

Also, did you make sure that the heatsink is properly mounted on the CPU per Freestone's suggestion.

 

[calous3]

sorry have no other info but it only cost 6.50+vat

 

[ski]

If the heatsink is properly mounted, the thermal pad is in full contact with the CPU die, and the room temperature is no hotter than 70-75 deg. F, then an efficient cooler should be able to keep the CPU's temperature below 50 deg. C with just Windows running if the case is being properly ventilated.
Sounds like you may need a better cooler.

 

[paparazi]

I think the manufacturer is being over generous with this coolers rating and under more favourable conditions this cooler might be adequate but as it stands at nearly 75watts of heat this baby needs some special treatment and that can't be bought for 6.50+vat.
Martin

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[calous3]

Thanx Martin

Would another 2 case fans and aero 7 do the trick

Lee

 

[paparazi]

Go with a better cooler first and read some reviews, here is one to get you started.

http://www.madshrimps.be/?action=getarticle&articID=119

Martin

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