- Sep 14, 2012
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Hello, recently I installed monitoring software (core temp/speed fan/HW monitor.) I discovered that the PC was extremely hot and the CPU was being throttled to prevent it from going over 98c. It ran between 95 and 98.
I ordered Arctic Mx-4 and cleaned the paste off of the heat sink/CPU. Applied the new paste with a dot in the middle and re-sat the heatsink. I also removed the RAM while doing this as it was in the way, the case is somewhat cramped. After the heatsink was back in place, I inserted the RAM again.
I started it back up and found my temperatures haven't improved much, I'm still sitting in the 90s. As if that wasn't bad enough, now the computer black screens frequently.
Specifications:
O/S: Windows 7 64 bit
CPU: Intel Core I7 2600 (Non overclocked, non K. Stock heatsink.)
RAM: 2x Patriot 4GB DDR3
GPU: AMD Sapphire HD 7870 (Factory OC)
PSU: 750W CIT
M/B: H61M-S2PV
HDD: WDC WD10 1TB (Storage Only)
SSD: Samsung 840 EVO 250GB (O/S and Software + a few games)
There are three main issues I have:
#1 Black screen crash
While browsing or gaming the computer will suddenly black screen on me. The GPU fan will stop and no signal input will be displayed on the monitor. I'm forced to hard reset with the power button.
My GPU is reaching over 80c during 50% load monitored by CCC. Keep in mind I've forced the fan speed to 100% to test this. I've tried updating drivers/checking cables and re-sitting the RAM. No success so far. I'm getting "display driver has stopped responding" while writing this message. The GPU was not removed while reapplying the thermal paste.
#2 CPU is still overheating
I've re-sat the heat sink, all 4 pins clicked into place. I used the dot method of applying Mx-4. I'm reaching TJ max with only 60-70% load (2 TERA clients.) Running with the case open didn't help much at all.
#3 Internal HDD disconnects randomly
When in use the hard drive will disconnect for 1-5seconds and then reconnect. The USB noise happens, it vanishes from explorer and then re-appears with the typical popup asking what to do with it.
Cooling wise it has one case fan and that's about it. The case is fairly small and honestly there isn't much room in it. The graphic card/hard drive/heatsink and RAM are very close together, making the case a nightmare to work on as well. Cables aren't tied back, however aren't in the way of any major components. The room is fairly cool and the computer is on a wooden desk with plenty space surrounding it.
Normally I'm okay at fixing computer issues, however three at once is a bit overwhelming. My guess would be that the CPU having slightly better temperatures is causing less throttling which forces the graphic card to work harder to keep up and eventually overheat. Would people agree that this is the problem or is there anything else I can try?
The main thing I really need fixed is the constant black screen, it's making it hard to test anything else.
I ordered Arctic Mx-4 and cleaned the paste off of the heat sink/CPU. Applied the new paste with a dot in the middle and re-sat the heatsink. I also removed the RAM while doing this as it was in the way, the case is somewhat cramped. After the heatsink was back in place, I inserted the RAM again.
I started it back up and found my temperatures haven't improved much, I'm still sitting in the 90s. As if that wasn't bad enough, now the computer black screens frequently.
Specifications:
O/S: Windows 7 64 bit
CPU: Intel Core I7 2600 (Non overclocked, non K. Stock heatsink.)
RAM: 2x Patriot 4GB DDR3
GPU: AMD Sapphire HD 7870 (Factory OC)
PSU: 750W CIT
M/B: H61M-S2PV
HDD: WDC WD10 1TB (Storage Only)
SSD: Samsung 840 EVO 250GB (O/S and Software + a few games)
There are three main issues I have:
#1 Black screen crash
While browsing or gaming the computer will suddenly black screen on me. The GPU fan will stop and no signal input will be displayed on the monitor. I'm forced to hard reset with the power button.
My GPU is reaching over 80c during 50% load monitored by CCC. Keep in mind I've forced the fan speed to 100% to test this. I've tried updating drivers/checking cables and re-sitting the RAM. No success so far. I'm getting "display driver has stopped responding" while writing this message. The GPU was not removed while reapplying the thermal paste.
#2 CPU is still overheating
I've re-sat the heat sink, all 4 pins clicked into place. I used the dot method of applying Mx-4. I'm reaching TJ max with only 60-70% load (2 TERA clients.) Running with the case open didn't help much at all.
#3 Internal HDD disconnects randomly
When in use the hard drive will disconnect for 1-5seconds and then reconnect. The USB noise happens, it vanishes from explorer and then re-appears with the typical popup asking what to do with it.
Cooling wise it has one case fan and that's about it. The case is fairly small and honestly there isn't much room in it. The graphic card/hard drive/heatsink and RAM are very close together, making the case a nightmare to work on as well. Cables aren't tied back, however aren't in the way of any major components. The room is fairly cool and the computer is on a wooden desk with plenty space surrounding it.
Normally I'm okay at fixing computer issues, however three at once is a bit overwhelming. My guess would be that the CPU having slightly better temperatures is causing less throttling which forces the graphic card to work harder to keep up and eventually overheat. Would people agree that this is the problem or is there anything else I can try?
The main thing I really need fixed is the constant black screen, it's making it hard to test anything else.
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