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MS Windows XP Professional 32-bit SP3

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AMD Athlon 64 X2 5200+ 59 °C
Windsor 90nm Technology
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4.00 GB Dual-Channel DDR2 @ 373MHz (5-5-5-18)
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Albatron K8NF4X-AM2 (Socket M2 ) 40 °C
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W1943 (1360x768@60Hz)
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195GB Seagate ST3200826A (PATA) 43 °C
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My cpu going to 96 temp is a problem
BEcuase i hear beeps coming from my pc and my games slows down
and when it stops it returns to normal any one got any ideas what the problem really is

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Brief recap tied to the thread: , cleaning the cooler (as suggested) helped — good progress — but a sustained 96 C spike is still critical. Modern CPUs use a TJMax/thermal‑throttle mechanism and will slow down or shut off to protect the silicon; you should treat 90+C as an urgent fault on a consumer desktop chip. What Is TjMax / why throttling happens. (howtogeek.com)

Quick diagnostic steps to log and reproduce the problem: install a temperature logger (HWMonitor or Core Temp), record idle vs in‑game peaks, then run a short stress or game session to capture spike timing. Verify the CPU fan is connected to the CPU_FAN header and watch the RPM value in BIOS or the monitor app (0 or very low RPM is an immediate replace). HWMonitor (CPUID) and are simple choices. (www2.cpuid.com)

If logging points to poor heat transfer, do a proper reseat and repaste (this is where many cleaned systems still lose several degrees). Steps in order: power down/unplug, remove the cooler, clean old compound with 90%+ isopropyl alcohol and a lint‑free cloth, inspect the base for damage, apply a pea‑sized dot of quality TIM on the IHS, remount with even pressure. iFixit and other guides show the safe, tested technique. How to apply thermal paste (iFixit). (ifixit.com)

Last checks and temporary mitigations: improve case airflow (intake vs exhaust), verify BIOS fan curves and any auto‑overclock/voltage boosts are off, and reduce Windows power/performance settings until temps are under control. If audible POST beeps continue during or after overheating, consult the board manual — beep patterns are POST diagnostics, not random noise. If, after correct mounting and fresh TIM, full‑load temps still sit near 90+C, replace the cooler or check for failing VRMs/overvoltage. Tom’s Hardware cooling checklist and What POST/beep codes mean. (tomshardware.com)

Short checklist to try next (in order): confirm fan RPM in BIOS → log temps with HWMonitor/CoreTemp → reseat/repaste using IPA and pea‑dot method → check fan curves/BIOS voltages → improve case airflow / replace cooler if needed.

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my first thought is a cpu fan/heatsync full of dust ,have you checked this yet

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I presume that is 96c, not 96f. 96f is not a problem. Under high load, my CPU core temps may get to 50c (Intel 3GHz Penryn E5450 processors). I've had more issues with memory temperatures, where they actually would overheat to the extent that the system (Enterprise Linux) would drop one out of use. By re-arranging the SIMM positions, I was able to get the heat down to manageable levels without replacing the stick.

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my pc box is a little unclean

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my pc box is a little unclean

im sure it is as most all are , my concern is not the box ,but the cpu fan and heatsinc ,if it has a buildup of dirt it needs to be cleaned ASAP

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OKay thanks i ll go check it out ;)

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the cpu fan and heatsinc was full of dust
Its much better now ingame
going from 50 > 60 :D NIce
But still want it even more lower more suggestions please
I want my thing spring clean tell me most important areas to clean
;)

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I want my thing spring clean tell me most important areas to clean


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i use caned compressed air ,to clean power supply fan,and most other parts like harddrive and dvd rom ,i also use a soft paint brush to clean video card and motherboard if they are dusty.
check this might help some.

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