My CPU fan is killing me...
help...
Friday, September 28, 2007 by vStyler | Discussion: 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?
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vStyler
Reply #62 Sunday, November 18, 2007 4:58 PM
Reply #62 Sunday, November 18, 2007 4:58 PM
All i run is PS\SKS\IE\MSN hardly gonna get it too overheated I would hope its a pretty new PC
Ranger375
Reply #64 Sunday, November 18, 2007 5:02 PM
Reply #64 Sunday, November 18, 2007 5:02 PM
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
Reply #65 Sunday, November 18, 2007 5:11 PM
Reply #65 Sunday, November 18, 2007 5:11 PM
hm... i see i can get a new one for 20 bucks.. maybe I will. 
thought they were more expensive
thought they were more expensive
kona0197
Reply #66 Sunday, November 18, 2007 5:12 PM
Reply #66 Sunday, November 18, 2007 5:12 PM
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.
vStyler - I quit this year. Back in april. You can too.
Ranger375
Reply #67 Sunday, November 18, 2007 5:28 PM
Reply #67 Sunday, November 18, 2007 5:28 PM
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.
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
Reply #68 Sunday, November 18, 2007 7:12 PM
Reply #68 Sunday, November 18, 2007 7:12 PM
It was made by Compaq I know that. The PC is a Compaq Evo 510 SFF.
jamespaulp
Reply #69 Sunday, November 18, 2007 7:47 PM
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.
As far as I know, yes. WWW Link
Reply #69 Sunday, November 18, 2007 7:47 PM
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
Reply #70 Sunday, November 18, 2007 7:52 PM
Reply #70 Sunday, November 18, 2007 7:52 PM
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
Reply #71 Sunday, November 18, 2007 7:54 PM
Great Advice, thankyou
Thanks too Rager
Reply #71 Sunday, November 18, 2007 7:54 PM
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.
Great Advice, thankyou
Thanks too Rager
Ranger375
Reply #72 Sunday, November 18, 2007 7:57 PM
Reply #72 Sunday, November 18, 2007 7:57 PM
...and vStyler just in case that fan goes out - here is an idea... 
vStyler
Reply #74 Sunday, November 18, 2007 8:55 PM
Reply #74 Sunday, November 18, 2007 8:55 PM
OK.. Mods.. lock this thread , I am being mocked... and I will not be mocked !!
TheD2JBug
Reply #75 Sunday, November 18, 2007 9:00 PM
" It's MegaMaid , Sir , she's switched from 'suck' to 'blow' "
Reply #75 Sunday, November 18, 2007 9:00 PM
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' "
vStyler
Reply #76 Sunday, November 18, 2007 9:01 PM
Reply #76 Sunday, November 18, 2007 9:01 PM
This thing needed a suck and a blow.. thats for damn sure
PurrBall
Reply #77 Sunday, November 18, 2007 9:04 PM
Especially from those cigs, those probably arent helping your PC either.
Reply #77 Sunday, November 18, 2007 9:04 PM
Shudder to think whats in my lungs
Especially from those cigs, those probably arent helping your PC either.
CarGuy1
Reply #79 Sunday, November 18, 2007 9:30 PM
Reply #79 Sunday, November 18, 2007 9:30 PM
You should go ahead and replace the fan if you smoke around you PC. The tar and nicotin leaves a sticky film on the blades that is hard to remove and like a magnet to dust. Buy something like this one for $30.00 WWW Link and it will run silent and cool.
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Reply #61 Sunday, November 18, 2007 4:57 PM