F5F Stay Refreshed Hardware Desktop Check recent updates for new mobos, CPUs, and RAM releases that don’t require a cooler.

Check recent updates for new mobos, CPUs, and RAM releases that don’t require a cooler.

Check recent updates for new mobos, CPUs, and RAM releases that don’t require a cooler.

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TheMayson
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05-15-2016, 08:37 PM
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Checking if the board powers on without a cooler is a good idea. It’s possible to test it first and see if overheating occurs right away.
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TheMayson
05-15-2016, 08:37 PM #1

Checking if the board powers on without a cooler is a good idea. It’s possible to test it first and see if overheating occurs right away.

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lShecka_
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05-16-2016, 02:07 PM
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You were able to use it successfully a few days ago. It worked for about half a minute before turning it off, and it didn’t heat up much afterward.
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05-16-2016, 02:07 PM #2

You were able to use it successfully a few days ago. It worked for about half a minute before turning it off, and it didn’t heat up much afterward.

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Diipper_Pines
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05-16-2016, 10:00 PM
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It's one of those moments when you realize, "Just because it's possible doesn't mean you have to." A fan is always a good idea—better to have one than not. Have you thought about using a desktop fan aimed at the case? It could help push the warm air out. We all know heat rises, so it's safer to be cautious. Take care and good luck!
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Diipper_Pines
05-16-2016, 10:00 PM #3

It's one of those moments when you realize, "Just because it's possible doesn't mean you have to." A fan is always a good idea—better to have one than not. Have you thought about using a desktop fan aimed at the case? It could help push the warm air out. We all know heat rises, so it's safer to be cautious. Take care and good luck!

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tommie124
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05-21-2016, 12:49 AM
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Thanks for the feedback. I was thinking of doing it outside the case, on a properly grounded surface to avoid shorts. It should take only 1-2 minutes max—just need to reach POST without booting the OS.
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tommie124
05-21-2016, 12:49 AM #4

Thanks for the feedback. I was thinking of doing it outside the case, on a properly grounded surface to avoid shorts. It should take only 1-2 minutes max—just need to reach POST without booting the OS.

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05-21-2016, 08:59 AM
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Great, thanks for confirming.
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WF_Catt
05-21-2016, 08:59 AM #5

Great, thanks for confirming.

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Brother_dog27
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05-21-2016, 03:13 PM
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In extreme situations, any method to prevent heat buildup is acceptable. I've observed someone using a metal cube with one side covered in old laptop thermal pads as a makeshift cooler. Their logic was, "if it's just a brief period, doesn't require full cleanliness or proper connection, and it's safer than exposing the CPU directly."
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Brother_dog27
05-21-2016, 03:13 PM #6

In extreme situations, any method to prevent heat buildup is acceptable. I've observed someone using a metal cube with one side covered in old laptop thermal pads as a makeshift cooler. Their logic was, "if it's just a brief period, doesn't require full cleanliness or proper connection, and it's safer than exposing the CPU directly."

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