Heating problem in Xpert Vision Nvidia 8600gt 512Mb
Discussion under Graphic Cards, part of the Hardware Zone category on TechEnclave; guys can anyone help me with the problem
the default temprature of this gfx card is 70C and when running ...
Re: Heating problem in Xpert Vision Nvidia 8600gt 512Mb
Complete configuration including the psu please! Make it a habit next time when you asking for hardware advice . Or else its better to use your config in your siggy.
Re: Heating problem in Xpert Vision Nvidia 8600gt 512Mb
Intake/exhaust fans for the enclosure? Insufficient ventilation can lead to high temps. inside the enclosure.
The thermal goop sandwiched between the GPU and the heatsink could've dried up as well. Remove the heatsink from the card, apply a rice-grain worth quantity of a good TIM (short for Thermal Interface Material) and screw the heatsink back to the card.
Clean the heatsink-fan as well. Dust might've clogged in!