I have the AMD 64 3000+ Newcastle processor with the stock hsf mounted in an ABIT NF8 motherboard. My BIOS is averaging ~ 51C idle, and ~54 under load.
I am using arctic silver 5 and made to follow the application instructions closely. I have also tried re-mounting the heatsink with a new application of the arctic silver. Furthermore, I have updated my BIOS to the latest version. I know the cpu can handle this temp but it still makes me uncomfortable when most people using the stock setup see idle temps around 38C.
This may be a stupid question, but is it possible that I have the hsf mounted backwords? The thing seems secure as can be, but it looks like it can be mounted either way.
Any input is appreciated.
I am using arctic silver 5 and made to follow the application instructions closely. I have also tried re-mounting the heatsink with a new application of the arctic silver. Furthermore, I have updated my BIOS to the latest version. I know the cpu can handle this temp but it still makes me uncomfortable when most people using the stock setup see idle temps around 38C.
This may be a stupid question, but is it possible that I have the hsf mounted backwords? The thing seems secure as can be, but it looks like it can be mounted either way.
Any input is appreciated.