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Master GPU suffocating

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April 26, 2014 2:53:40 PM





I recently bought and upgraded my Mobo, GPU and the case just 4 days ago. Now the problem is I am not satisfied because my master GPU is suffocating, I really dint knew that this was going to happen. Ive tried everything by setting the air flow in my case no change. When playing games like BF4, Crysis 3, BF3, SimCity, Titanfall, planetside 2, etc.. the temperature reaches 75max while the slave GPU is at 65.

Should I change the Mobo and Case? Is it going to make much of a difference?

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April 26, 2014 3:29:13 PM

From what I've gathered by looking up your build pieces that I recognize and picked out of your sig, your motherboard seems to be VERY small for dual gfx. I'm sure with slightly smaller cards it would not be a problem, but with those 2 monsters, there is no airflow whatsoever able to get between them. Another problem that I see is your bottom fan, I'm guessing it's intake, is blocked, mostly, by all those cords from that non-modular psu bundle of a mess. There is no source for cool air to get to the bottom of those gfx cards from that point forward. I would definitely consider maybe grabbing a full ATX motherboard with a roomier case with more fans.

Since you seem to be an MSI advocate
This motherboard is exactly like that one your have, only it provides about another inch between your PCIe slots.

As far as a case, I would definitely consider a full tower, if your can afford the space. I personally love my HAF 932 Blue Edition, but since your theme is red, You might quite enjoy the standard HAF 932 Advanced (3x230mm and 1x200mm Red LED fans) HAF 932 Advanced

As far as if it will make a difference to upgrading from your micro mobo and getting a larger case, I cannot guarantee it, but I would certainly think so. More airflow (in a solid intake exhaust setup) is definitely going to create a more cool environment for your system.

According to THIS your cards are running well with proper range. Personally I don't like my cards to get over 65 though. More heat reduces longevity, just remember that when you make your final decision.
April 26, 2014 4:54:02 PM

Thanks mate, you really helped me alot. Same here i hate to watch the temperature reading going above 70 especially on this twin fazor design.
This costed me £180 for case and mobo and then another £335 for 2 GTX 760.
I now have have list of options:
1. Resell both GTX 760 and buy single GTX 770/780. Later if i want to SLI, i can install water cool system.
2. If the company (www.scan.co.uk) can accept the returns and get Carbide SPEC 3 or ARC Midi R2 and MSI Z87 GD45.
3. Install NZXT gpu cooler, this is very risky i think.
4. Contact MSI for custom water block or any other company like EK or XSPC.
In the end, i don't my cards suffocating like that and i do want 2 gpus just coz i like it. If there is any other better solution please let me know.
April 26, 2014 4:56:00 PM

Does that mean I'm best answer? :p 
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