I have a Gateway gt5622 desktop computer that I am working on for someone else. It has one of those cpu fans that will spead up if as the cpu heats up. It started racing fast all the time. I decided to replace the fan and heat sink. However it still heats causing the computer to freeze up. I have researched this online and found many people with the same problem but noone posted a solution. I am inclined to think that it is either the Cpu or the Motherboard but as it is 4 years old I am hesitant to recommend putting that much money in. Any thoughts would be helpful.
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Jump to Posthi,did you apply new thermal past on the cpu when replacing the heatsinc,
Jump to PostIs your CPU usage high? Can tell me how big is your ram, hard disk? And also what CPU you are using.
Jump to PostYes, I did.
ok,then i will assume it was a nice even thin coat ,as uneven and too thick it not good,also make sure heatsinc is making correct flat connection to cpu
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check the bios setting for cpb minimum/ maximum temp setting ,some have settings for max temp before …
Jump to Posthi,did you apply new thermal past on the cpu when replacing the heatsinc,
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Is it possible airflow through the case has decreased in some way?
- Are the case fans working efficiently, oriented to maximise airflow?
- Is the PSU fan expelling hot air?
- Check for obstructions such as ribbon cables and blocked vents.
Has the CPU been overclocked? Running at …
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