My CPU fan is killing me...

help...

Published on September 28, 2007 By vStyler In Windows XP

Is there some kind of software that will let me control my CPU fan going nuts everytime i open a webpage, check my mail, apply a skin etc... Its a fairly l new PC with 2 gigs of ram and 3.4 dual core Intel.

When I bought it a lot of the testemonials mentioned the fan being noisy .. they were right, I wouldnt care if it werent so noisy.

I have changed the bios setting for the fan from constant 3500 rpm ( default ) to ( i forget the setting ) only when it "needs" it. It still starts up anytime I do anything.. I have noticed the cooler I keep my room temperature the less the fan comes on.

Id like to be able to control it via software to only be used so much when rendering or cpu intesive operations.

It's driving me nuts... anyone got any suggestions on software or some other remedy?

Comments (Page 5)

killajosh

on Nov 18, 2007

Ah... yeah 46c / 114f is fine. That's about average.

vStyler

on Nov 18, 2007

All i run is PS\SKS\IE\MSN hardly gonna get it too overheated I would hope its a pretty new PC

I.R. Brainiac

on Nov 18, 2007

I thought my proc was too hot at 145...

Ranger375

on Nov 18, 2007

Well after thinking about this a long time - I say - it is either okay or is isn't. (this moment of wisdom is brought to you by "CPUs-r-us" you smoke 'em we sell 'em!)

vStyler

on Nov 18, 2007

hm... i see i can get a new one for 20 bucks.. maybe I will.

thought they were more expensive

kona0197

on Nov 18, 2007

Anyone know if a P4 2.4 GHz has that built in feature that if the CPU gets too hot it will turn off the system?

vStyler - I quit this year. Back in april. You can too.

Ranger375

on Nov 18, 2007

Here is a link for the most comprehensive list I could find regarding Max. CPU Temps. - at these temps it isn't that you will destroy your CPU but things will sure get interesting to watch - like your computer freaking out.

WWW Link

Kona0197 - Actually it isn't your CPU that controls the shutdown it is your motherboard. So the answer to your question depends on what motherboard you have.

kona0197

on Nov 18, 2007

It was made by Compaq I know that. The PC is a Compaq Evo 510 SFF.

jamespaulp

on Nov 18, 2007

i see i can get a new one for 20 bucks.. maybe I will.

Look for the dB levels and CFM rating. A higher CFM at lower dB is better. Also make sure it is not a single speed fan. Variable speed fans with low max dB level is the best. I have spent $80 on a single CPU fan and it is super silent at any time and speed. You probably don't need that expensive a fan. Very good fans are avialble for $30-$45.

Anyone know if a P4 2.4 GHz has that built in feature that if the CPU gets too hot it will turn off the system?

As far as I know, yes. WWW Link

Ranger375

on Nov 18, 2007

I just finished researching as well and I would say you more than likely do have thermal protection - of course it is dependent on the motherboard - the processors do have the thermal sensors but I can't find anything that says for sure the Compaq motherboard is setup to read them.

vStyler

on Nov 18, 2007

Great Advice, thankyou

Thanks too Rager

Ranger375

on Nov 18, 2007

...and vStyler just in case that fan goes out - here is an idea...

killajosh

on Nov 18, 2007

vStyler

on Nov 18, 2007

OK.. Mods.. lock this thread , I am being mocked... and I will not be mocked !!

TheD2JBug

on Nov 18, 2007

Hell ya use a vac! I take my shop vac and switch it from suck to blow. You should see how it gets rid of all the dust. Make sure you hold or tape down the little fans inside, otherwise they spin like crazy.

" It's MegaMaid , Sir , she's switched from 'suck' to 'blow' "

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