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My CPU fan is killing me...

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My CPU fan is killing me...

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  Is there some kind of software that will let me control my CPU fan going nuts everytime i open a webpage, check my mail, apply a skin etc... Its a fairly l new PC with 2 gigs of ram and 3.4 dual core Intel.

 When I bought it a lot of the testemonials mentioned the fan being noisy .. they were right, I wouldnt care if it werent so noisy.

I have changed the bios setting for the fan from constant 3500 rpm ( default ) to ( i forget the setting ) only when it "needs" it. It still starts up anytime I do anything.. I have noticed the cooler I keep my room temperature the less the fan comes on.

Id like to be able to control it via software to only be used so much when rendering or cpu intesive operations.

It's driving me nuts... anyone got any suggestions on software or some other remedy?

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Reply #51 from WinCustomize Forums Top
ohh... i see now, where my cigs...my cpu smoke that, because needed cooling..
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Reply #53 from WinCustomize Forums Top
vSalvador     
Reply #54 from WinCustomize Forums Top
If you catch it while it is happening - grab the video camera - and you can make a dream...er...maybe more aptly called a nightmare for us vSalvador!
Reply #55 from WinCustomize Forums Top
is 86c hot?   
Reply #56 from WinCustomize Forums Top
Uh...now that depends...for the exhaust of a jet engine...nope just fine!
Reply #57 from WinCustomize Forums Top
hehe...  
Reply #58 from WinCustomize Forums Top
86c / 186f seems kinda hot. Mine rarely hits 48c / 120f....
Reply #59 from WinCustomize Forums Top
this is what i think... The three pins I have on it right now are pretty darn tight.. its pretty flush against the processor, If my PC didnt blow up having compPLETELY clogged cooling fins for months on end.. I think ill be ok.. worst case.. I buy a new fan if it starts acting dodgy

I meant 46c   
Reply #60 from WinCustomize Forums Top
But then again, it may just be your setup. Hopefully your mobo will shutdown the system if the temp gets too hot. Mine does, but I have an ASUS and I can set a temp threshhold.... just in case.
Reply #61 from WinCustomize Forums Top
Ah... yeah 46c / 114f is fine. That's about average.
Reply #62 from WinCustomize Forums Top
All i run is PS\SKS\IE\MSN hardly gonna get it too overheated I would hope its a pretty new PC
Reply #63 from WinCustomize Forums Top
I thought my proc was too hot at 145...  
Reply #64 from WinCustomize Forums Top
Well after thinking about this a long time - I say - it is either okay or is isn't. (this moment of wisdom is brought to you by "CPUs-r-us" you smoke 'em we sell 'em!)
Reply #65 from WinCustomize Forums Top
hm... i see i can get a new one for 20 bucks.. maybe I will. thought they were more expensive
Reply #66 from WinCustomize Forums Top
Anyone know if a P4 2.4 GHz has that built in feature that if the CPU gets too hot it will turn off the system?

vStyler - I quit this year. Back in april. You can too.
Reply #67 from WinCustomize Forums Top
Here is a link for the most comprehensive list I could find regarding Max. CPU Temps. - at these temps it isn't that you will destroy your CPU but things will sure get interesting to watch - like your computer freaking out.

WWW Link

Kona0197 - Actually it isn't your CPU that controls the shutdown it is your motherboard. So the answer to your question depends on what motherboard you have.
Reply #68 from WinCustomize Forums Top
It was made by Compaq I know that. The PC is a Compaq Evo 510 SFF.
Reply #69 from WinCustomize Forums Top
i see i can get a new one for 20 bucks.. maybe I will.


Look for the dB levels and CFM rating. A higher CFM at lower dB is better. Also make sure it is not a single speed fan. Variable speed fans with low max dB level is the best. I have spent $80 on a single CPU fan and it is super silent at any time and speed. You probably don't need that expensive a fan. Very good fans are avialble for $30-$45.

Anyone know if a P4 2.4 GHz has that built in feature that if the CPU gets too hot it will turn off the system?


As far as I know, yes. WWW Link
Reply #70 from WinCustomize Forums Top
I just finished researching as well and I would say you more than likely do have thermal protection - of course it is dependent on the motherboard - the processors do have the thermal sensors but I can't find anything that says for sure the Compaq motherboard is setup to read them.
Reply #71 from WinCustomize Forums Top
Look for the dB levels and CFM rating. A higher CFM at lower dB is better. Also make sure it is not a single speed fan. Variable speed fans with low max dB level is the best. I have spent $80 on a single CPU fan and it is super silent at any time and speed. You probably don't need that expensive a fan. Very good fans are avialble for $30-$45.


Great Advice, thankyou

Thanks too Rager   
Reply #72 from WinCustomize Forums Top
...and vStyler just in case that fan goes out - here is an idea...


Reply #74 from WinCustomize Forums Top
OK.. Mods.. lock this thread , I am being mocked... and I will not be mocked !!


  
Reply #75 from WinCustomize Forums Top
Hell ya use a vac! I take my shop vac and switch it from suck to blow. You should see how it gets rid of all the dust. Make sure you hold or tape down the little fans inside, otherwise they spin like crazy.




" It's MegaMaid , Sir , she's switched from 'suck' to 'blow' "