- Jan 19, 2017
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Hey all, new around here but im having some massive problems with my recently purchased i7 7700k.
Previous Spec:
i5 6600k
GTX 1070
16GB RAM DDR4 2400Mhz
H100i V2 AiO cooler
ASUS Z170-K
(All temps will be posted in centigrade)
I currently have a Z270-F ASUS ROG on the way but had installed it in this board first.
I will walk you through what has happened:
-In preparation for the new CPU I upgraded my Z170-K to Bios 3017 (Obviously this is still only a beta patch!).
-i7 arrives, installation begins, some pretty erratic heats, my first i7 so was shocked at the values in comparison to my low 15-17 degrees idle temps on i5, as these where idling up from 30 degrees.
- Notice im only showing 8GB RAM, but all slots in bios are showing that they are taken up. Windows also only shows 8GB, but CPU-Z shows 16GB, the intended value.
- Check all RAM sticks, no issues.
-Reseat chip, no difference.
-Reinstall 6600k, values back up to 16gb, leaving i5 in until the 270-F arrives.
Posted below are the screen shots to show you what I mean:
i7 7700k readings:
https://s29.postimg.org/3u88ml4c7/16197027_10158058589855125_591335603_o.jpg
I5 6600k readings:
https://s29.postimg.org/6zsucsmyf/16129462_10158058586690125_1844319333_o.jpg
Now, I have ruled out any faulty hardware by testing everything, my concerns are a faulty CPU, or maybe a problem with the Bios?
Will appreciate any help/reassurance.
Matt
Previous Spec:
i5 6600k
GTX 1070
16GB RAM DDR4 2400Mhz
H100i V2 AiO cooler
ASUS Z170-K
(All temps will be posted in centigrade)
I currently have a Z270-F ASUS ROG on the way but had installed it in this board first.
I will walk you through what has happened:
-In preparation for the new CPU I upgraded my Z170-K to Bios 3017 (Obviously this is still only a beta patch!).
-i7 arrives, installation begins, some pretty erratic heats, my first i7 so was shocked at the values in comparison to my low 15-17 degrees idle temps on i5, as these where idling up from 30 degrees.
- Notice im only showing 8GB RAM, but all slots in bios are showing that they are taken up. Windows also only shows 8GB, but CPU-Z shows 16GB, the intended value.
- Check all RAM sticks, no issues.
-Reseat chip, no difference.
-Reinstall 6600k, values back up to 16gb, leaving i5 in until the 270-F arrives.
Posted below are the screen shots to show you what I mean:
i7 7700k readings:
https://s29.postimg.org/3u88ml4c7/16197027_10158058589855125_591335603_o.jpg
I5 6600k readings:
https://s29.postimg.org/6zsucsmyf/16129462_10158058586690125_1844319333_o.jpg
Now, I have ruled out any faulty hardware by testing everything, my concerns are a faulty CPU, or maybe a problem with the Bios?
Will appreciate any help/reassurance.
Matt
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