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dorkulon

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Fri Nov-07-08 06:19 PM
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14. Thanks for that.

Edited on Fri Nov-07-08 06:22 PM by dorkulon

According to coretemp, at 100% load on both processors, core#0 doesn't exceed 65c, and core#1 doesn't exceed 60c.

So, while I probably will buy a better CPU cooler, I am settled on the PSU being the problem. On another forum, some suggested that while my wattage may be fine, 500w PSUs don't have enough amperage to handle the 9800gt. I don't know what that means, really, but it sounds like a reasonable explanation. Does anyone have a suggestion for a solid PSU? I'm guessing 600w will be enough, but I might go hog wild and buy a 750w just to avoid this recurring.

EDIT: I used isopropyl alcohol and q-tips to clean the cpu & heatsink before reapplying paste. I will buy the arctic stuff along with a new fan/sink.

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