Reaching 100c with I7 7700k and h100i v2 is possible.
Reaching 100c with I7 7700k and h100i v2 is possible.
I've been using my Z270 and 7700k for a while now, and recently started exploring overclocking. I encountered an issue soon after. With everything set to auto base clock, a stress test reached temperatures around 100°C. Last night I cleaned the thermal paste and applied fresh one. That made things even worse. The cooler is too loose on the CPU, which is a concern. The only thing that comes to mind is the CPU mount might not be secure enough. The back of the CPU mount isn't tight at all, and I can't tighten it further. Without the heat sink on top, the component could shift back and forth by about half an inch.
What are the specifications of this system? Does your chassis provide good airflow? Overclocking can generate excess heat, which you should consider. Regarding updates, are you using the newest BIOS version? Also, what model of TIM did you use to replace the original paste on the H100i v2?
What voltage levels are you operating at? It's important not to overclock your processor without understanding its limits. For details on the CPU's thermal capabilities and guidelines, refer to the provided resource.
What are the specifications of this system? Does your chassis provide good airflow? Overclocking can generate excess heat, which you should consider. Regarding BIOS updates, are you using the most recent version? Also, what model of TIM were you using to replace the original paste on the H100i v2?
What voltage settings are you applying? It's important not to overclock your processor without understanding its limits. For details on the CPU's thermal capabilities and performance, refer to the provided resource.
I believe a reset would be beneficial. You could revert to the default settings in the BIOS or even erase the CMOS. Ensure your cooler is correctly installed; avoid reaching 100C at the default temperature. This will confirm whether your cooler is functioning properly or if there are excessive voltage levels or high CPU clock speeds.