The computer becomes unresponsive following the installation of a new CPU.
The computer becomes unresponsive following the installation of a new CPU.
Hello everyone,
I own an AMD FX 6200 on an AsRock960g/U3S3 motherboard. After experiencing lag during video games, I discovered the FX 6200 isn't compatible with my board. I replaced it with a new FX8320 which is listed in the CPU support section. The lag problems appear to be resolved now, but my PC still crashes or reboots unexpectedly while playing games. I checked the AMD Overdrive temperature after each crash, and all cores were running between 40°C and 45°C.
I set my BIOS to default settings, upgraded to version 1.50 (the latest), and never attempted to overclock the CPU. Could anyone assist me?
My system details are: AMD Fx8320E, 8GB RAM, Nvidia GTx 750, ASRock960g/U3S3.
The interval between crashes allows the CPU to cool effectively. Keep an eye on temperatures during games and check if they exceed 80°C. Additionally, the FX 6200 should work with your motherboard; otherwise, the PC might not boot at all (except for FX 8-core models, which are generally too weak for current gaming needs).
I checked the temperatures now; they stay well below 40°C. Would it be wise to reinstall Windows 10?
Your power supply is a V12-650W model from V12 Systems.
I attempted to play and run the game with an open case, and it seems to function. Still, I would appreciate your assistance since I don’t want to play in this way—it appears subpar and might not be ideal for the hardware. My case is a Sharkoon VG4-W.
The AMD 8320e actually consumes less power than the 6200. It has a 95 watt TDP compared to the 125 watt one. I believe the PSU isn't the main problem. One clear observation is that your motherboard's VRM section isn't heat-sinked, which might lead to problems with FX series CPUs. Despite this, the CPU itself is technically more power-efficient but offers higher frequency and cores, possibly resulting in increased voltage needs. If an open case setup helped, it could point to a thermal issue. I would recommend considering adding a case fan or CPU fan around these components shown in the picture. It's also possible the GPU is overheating, though that seems unlikely since the 750Ti is a low-power card. Just keep monitoring its temperature.
My computer just crashed after browsing. I plan to try a new power supply first, then the heatsinks. I'll update when I can afford to do these steps. Thanks for the help.
For the power supply, I suggest the XFX TS 550W. It's a solid and affordable option if you're okay with handling the non-modular wiring.