Overheating
Overheating
Hi, your PC sometimes stops unexpectedly during use. Since you haven’t noticed overheating and can’t check the temperature directly, I was wondering if there’s software that records component temperatures before shutdowns so you can review them later. It would be helpful to have a log similar to a crash report with temperature data.
You might run a stress test with OCCT (using SMALL AVX2) and track temperatures via OCCT or HWiNFO.
I also considered it, but I'm not sure if the CPU is overheating or the GPU is the issue. Are there any stress tests that cover both?
the main problem is that my friend can't manage this monitoring by themselves, which is why I was looking for a tool that could record temperatures for me. Since I haven’t been able to reset the system often enough to fix issues, I need a program that logs temps automatically. The readings usually reach about 80 degrees, which seems fine, but then a day later they’d message me about another shutdown. They just got a new drive with a fresh setup, so it’s unlikely it’s software-related. Their old Dell case has just one fan and a single radiator, which suggests the case might need better airflow for the GPU. What do you think? (I know it’s frustrating to guess without testing, but I only get access to their PC every few weeks and don’t have enough time for proper checks.)
You've checked the temperatures and they're within range. The system was running several programs at the time, including a monitoring app and a backup utility. It appears to be shutting down normally—no BSOD or power loss detected. Power supply model: ASUS ROG Strix B550X. PC specs match standard configurations.
it's an intel i5 2600 paired with a radeon 580 gpu. they tend to power down during games like csgo and league, but not always. it seems like a sudden shutdown without any warning or screen display. the psu is a corsair vs550, so it shouldn't be struggling with overloads. i checked the gpu's wattage usage, but nothing excessive was detected. the motherboard model isn’t clear because it’s old and lacks branding, and the ram is generic with no strong signs of the problem. i’m not sure how to use event viewer—would you like some guidance on setting it up?
It's possible, though the PSU I used recently worked fine even with a demanding system. It’s definitely worth trying to replace it with a temporary unit, but I’ll aim to get one before seeing them in person. I also have an extra case with two intake fans, so I can relocate the system there for better airflow. By the way, I’m in Belgium—unfortunately, there aren’t any micro centers nearby for affordable parts, so buying new is the best option.