Ok so i think there something wrong with my processor ( Intel core 2 duo @ 3.00GHz) Its running really high then if it reaches 100% the computer just dies (shuts down completely)

Im listening to some tracks on WMP and typing this message and its running at 57% , Encoding is starting to take longer than it did when i got the pc.

So basically what i want to know is there some cool little program to check my processor for errors ?

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Before all that have you check to make sure your temps aren't too high? Sounds like a heat issue. If you're capable, take off the heatsink/fan and remove the old thermal paste replacing with new paste. Make sure the heatsink/fan is replaced correctly and fully seated and give it another try.

One program I can recommend for extreme stress testing of the cpu and/or memory is Prime 95: http://files.extremeoverclocking.com/file.php?f=103

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SiSoft Sandra Lite also has pretty comprehensive stress tests for your PC, including CPU load and temperature: http://www.sisoftware.co.uk/index.h...264&langx=en&a=

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Originally posted by The CandyMan
If you're capable, take off the heatsink/fan and remove the old thermal paste replacing with new paste. Make sure the heatsink/fan is replaced correctly and fully seated and give it another try.

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No im not capable, how idiot proof is it ? Am i likely to fuck something up since i dont know what im doing.

Also know of any guides ?
Im thinking you're right in it being a heat issue since my pc is almost always on.

Thanks for the help so far.

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if you want i could stop by and give it a shot

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Originally posted by ZootedLooter
if you want i could stop by and give it a shot

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Ok then , jump on a plane. i'll see you in what ? 7 hours ?

lol

Ran the neat little program neversoft suggested and came up with this





Looks like it is a heat issue.

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Originally posted by ZootedLooter
if you want i could stop by and give it a shot

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Originally posted by bartleby
Looks like it is a heat issue.

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JayAre might have been a fag but he had it right when he said I know my shit.

Do a google search for removing, cleaning and reinstalling a cpu heatsink/fan but first check to even see if your fan is plugged (doh!) or even turning correctly if at all. Not really a hard thing to do, you just have to be careful not to damage the proc itself and to take care in not using too much thermal paste (or grease as its otherwise known). You might consider possibly purchasing an aftermarket heatsink/cpu designed for your particular cpu if you are currently using the stock one or if it is damaged and not working correctly.

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Originally posted by Linnets
Is that tongue in cheek per chance?

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Yeah I know

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Obviousliy an Englishism.

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It could just be dust build-up on the cooling fins? My fins were packed solid with dust after just six months of operation. The CPU temperature dropped by a huge amount after I cleared it.

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Originally posted by bartleby
Ok then , jump on a plane. i'll see you in what ? 7 hours ?

lol

Ran the neat little program neversoft suggested and came up with this





Looks like it is a heat issue.

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i'll take the fan off a give it a bit of a clean tomorrow , it looks a bit dusty.

Who are the geek squad ?

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Who are the geek squad ?

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if your going to reseat the processor,clean it first with Isopropyl alcohol,then reapply a tiny amount of thermal paste

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What chip have you got @ 3GHz? If you're overclocking i've had in test boxes an E2160,E2180,E2220 and E6700 all at 3.2GHz running ORTHOS for a good 24hrs with max temps of 59c.

A decent cheap but well performing aftermarket cooler is this one. Just make sure as previously mentioned you clean any old thermal compound off the cpu before attaching the new one. With the cooler just mentioned you don't need any addition thermal compound as its got AS5 on the heatsink already. Also check the airflow in the case and the voltages as that hikes the temps up too.

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Originally posted by lmao2k
What chip have you got @ 3GHz?

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Its the E6850.

I took the fan off today and cleaned it but did'nt put more thermal paste on... So i think ive made it worse

Gonna order some Artic silver and add some of that when it arrives , anyone used it ?

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Originally posted by bartleby
Its the E6850.

I took the fan off today and cleaned it but did'nt put more thermal paste on... So i think ive made it worse

Gonna order some Artic silver and add some of that when it arrives , anyone used it ?

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Something is very wrong if its not running stock. Have you tried under clocking it and seeing what happens?

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Yep good stuff but use it sparingly you don't need much..

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Brought this one , you also get a cleaner by the same company.

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Originally posted by lmao2k
Something is very wrong if its not running stock. Have you tried under clocking it and seeing what happens?

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Absolutely not ! I have no idea how to do that

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