GPU fan not spinning?

maxraj

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Hello, my graphics card fan is not spinning at all and it remains at around 75 degree celcius at idle and goes more than a 100 when gaming. Some games shut the pc off even so I reduced the resolution then started to play. I am also looking for buying a GTX 650Ti Boost edition if not the normal one because I can't play because of overheating. Thank you.

My PC configuration is
Motherboard: XFX X-G31
Processor: Core 2 Duo E7400 2.8GHz
RAM: 3GB (4GB Max)
Graphics: XFX HD4650 1GB (Approx. Total Memory 2300 MB)
PSU: Corsair VS450
 
Solution
You have answered your own question. Your gpu is overheating due to lack of cooling from a non-working fan. Your choices are either replace the fan or buy a new card.

The 650ti boost is a great card - just remember you will need to completely uninstall the amd drivers before you install the 650 drivers.

Mark
You have answered your own question. Your gpu is overheating due to lack of cooling from a non-working fan. Your choices are either replace the fan or buy a new card.

The 650ti boost is a great card - just remember you will need to completely uninstall the amd drivers before you install the 650 drivers.

Mark
 
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ZionZA

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If the fan isn't working then overheating is an issue and I wouldn't recommend playing on that card. Either try and get the fan to work or get a new card. Upgrading to the 650 ti is a good option price wise. Depends on what your budget is