CPU/Mobo 3000+ overheating

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pdogg

Disciple
Hi guys,

I recently bought a venice 3000+ system. :)
But the thing is that it doesnt run any cooler than a Intel 3.0Ghz system. :(

My cabinet temp is always around 33C(idle)-36C(load) which is quite okay...

But the CPU area temp shows around 46(idle) and 52(load) which is quite surprising for AMD...I am using Antec 80mm fan @ rear and another 80mm @ front..Also i've not overclocked my PC at all...and its running on the onboard RS480 graphics..

Tried enabling Cool n Quiet from the BIOS as well as Win XP (Min pwr management) ...

Can anyone help me with this? :huh:

thanx in advance!
 
Remove the heatsink and clean the CPU surface and the heatsink surface properly with some alcohol.

Then use AS5 and reseat the Heatsink proeprly. I have a feeling that your heatsink is not making proper contact with the CPU.
 
@pdogg-
Had posted earlier with similar prob!!
Two of my friends using 0520 Venices and RS480!!
Their Bios shows 55 degC idle!!:mad: :mad:
Tried AS5 twice but no change in temps!!:rofl: :rofl:
Then posted on TE!!
system running stable till date- touchwood!!

BTW- Wet finger test, just to be cautious!!;) :rofl:
 
Thanks for the replies guys.

And yes, it is rs480 motherboard. Even i have a doubt that its misreported temperatures. Because, keeping my hand near the processor doesnt feel even a bit warm. But even speed fan reports the same temperature! :S

Also, nihkil, i'll try cleaning the heatsink and applyin AS5. Just to be safe. But incase it is misreported temperatures, how do i find out the real temp?

Thanks once again!
 
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