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tree_ said:I run about 42-45C idle and 58C unload but my house is always hot and I only have 2 case fans. Unless its unstable I wouldn't worry about it.
Unabomber said:Did you use just a very thin layer, as recommended by AS? Some folks actually end up putting too much compound, reducing it's efficacy.
Those numbers seem somewhat high, compared to what others were getting, especially when it comes to system temp:
http://secure.newegg.com/NewVersion/FeedBack/CustratingReview.asp?item=N82E16819103464
(cf)Eclipse said:just noticed. a very thin layer is not what's recommended by AS for lidded cpu's. here's how you should install the heatsink:
http://www.arcticsilver.com/arctic_silver_instructions_big2.htm
also, removal of all thermal compound is pretty important. be sure to clean it off as well as you can![]()
(cf)Eclipse said:NEVER TAKE OFF THE HEATSINK TO LOOK AT THE THERMAL PASTE!!!!
though i'd get that out of the way. it just introduces lots of air bubbles that kill heat transfer. go back and do it again, make sure that you don't use too much.![]()