Help needed with OC xeon x3440
Help needed with OC xeon x3440
I would simply replace the PSU with a high-quality 450w or 550/650w unit that ensures long-term reliability for your upcoming gaming PCs. These models typically come with a 10-year warranty.
EDIT: this prevents any voltage-related failures and avoids accidental damage to other parts.
If you're getting 70c with stock configurations (85-89c is my limit, because I start throttling above 90c), the voltage range isn't very flexible. I recommend swapping your thermal paste for a Noctua NT-H1 type first, which works well for me. Clean the heatsink and CPU thoroughly using 90% isopropyl alcohol with Q-tips or paper, making sure no fibers remain. Remove all old paste before applying new one to ensure a clean surface. This should improve performance on stock settings.