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Old 02-22-2005, 08:16 PM   #15
Stryker
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Originally Posted by fcoral
i have an xp2500 on an a7n8x-e deluxe with stock hsf and my temps are always around 50-55c just from browsing the web. It was up to 56c a while ago with screen saver running. So i'm really thinking of trying some of that stuff also.
Hey fcoral,
The first thing I would try if I were you is check for dust on your Heatsink. That can make a HUGE difference in temps, as THIS THREAD will explain. I'd make sure you're all cleaned up before you begin fiddling around with anything else. Hope this helps,
Stryker
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