Just Built New Computer But Funny Smell

[reissue]

Hi All!

I just finished building my first computer. It's working beautifully, but I can't help but notice it is throwing off a smell. It kind of smells very computery (excuse the word), almost like the inside of the case or the components. I have it well ventilated two with high quality fans (1 intake and 1 exhaust). In addition I have another intake from a lesser quality fan to create some positive pressure. Is this smell normal for a new computer? Does it dissipate eventually after the computer "breaks in" or is it something else?

Thanks!

 

[Deleted member 217926]

Yep in general new computers have a "new" smell. Just like new cars but the smell will go away quicker than in a car. Make sure your temps are normal with Speedfan or a similar program and if so you are all good.

 

[Motopsychojdn]

usually its excess grease and dust from the psu, it soon goes 😛
Moto

 

[buzznut]

I agree, as long as your temps are good it seems harmless. Some insulation on the wiring is likely heating a bit, (PSU probably) this should subside as it "breaks in."

 

[Deleted member 217926]

I think thermal paste/pads have a bit of a smell as they are heated the first few hours as well.

 

[reissue]

OK sounds good! I appreciate it. The temps on my x3 445 are all running around 25 C according to AMD overdrive. I'll give speedfan a try. Anyone know of a good program to check GPU temp? I especially want to let things wear in a bit before I try unlocking that 4th core

 

[Motopsychojdn]

ignore overdrivel imo, especially once you unlock a core
D.load gpu-z and cpu-z, maybe hardware monitor too for details on your kit,
and bear in mind, that unlocks not certain, nice if its there,but dont worry if you cant get a stable unlock
Moto