What are good temps for AMD Athlon XP 2200+?

xerolyte

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Hey. I'm using the Athlon XP 2200+ Thoroughbred with the retail stock heatsink/fan. I get about 44°C at normal, and about 50°C at full load. I usually get the "burning" smell from my case, but I'm thinking its because of my lack of fans for the case, only one on the side and 2 on the power supply. My mobo(Asus A7N8X DX) temp is usually about 4-5° cooler than the CPU. Any suggestions would be appreciated.
 

lhgpoobaa

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your mobo temp SHOULDN'T be too much greater than the ambient air temp... if its hot, and the inside of the case is hot, install some more fans!

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