Computer overheating

[Repus]

I'm bumping this thread bc the same problem is back, with wierd twist.

 

I can play l4d2 with pretty high settings, but when I try to play half life 2 or any mod for it, computer overheats even if I use lowest settings possible. Cleaning inside doesn't work anymore.

 

Is there something wrong with hl2? I used to be able to play it just fine.

[trakaill]

I'm bumping this thread bc the same problem is back, with wierd twist.

 

I can play l4d2 with pretty high settings, but when I try to play half life 2 or any mod for it, computer overheats even if I use lowest settings possible. Cleaning inside doesn't work anymore.

 

Is there something wrong with hl2? I used to be able to play it just fine.

 

it be good to find out what over heats??? Mobo, cpu, gpu or psu?

 

realtemp will monitor your cpu i forgot the other..msiafterburner for gpu realtemp might do mobo...someone else more familiar with this might have a better suggestion

[Repus]

I downloaded fanspeed program, it shows only my core temps. It was supposed to give me warning if temps go over 50, but it didn't so, then its not from the cores?

 

I took picture from inside but i can't find cord to put it on my computer, i will upload it when i find it.

 

Thing that is hottest is red thing right next to fan, next hottest is box next to it, which I believe is hard drive.

[Wrathek]

only thing i can think of that is right next to a fan is either your power supply or your graphics card.

 

i'm going to assume its you're graphics card because that is the most likely thing to overheat, as it gets old the fan/bearings go bad.

[Kurama]

check the dust in your comp. check your power supply make sure thats not the problem. if your computer is enclosed MOVE IT TO OPEN it will circulate more cool air.

hope i helped

 

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[Repus]

only thing i can think of that is right next to a fan is either your power supply or your graphics card.

 

i'm going to assume its you're graphics card because that is the most likely thing to overheat, as it gets old the fan/bearings go bad.

 

But I can play l4d2 with pretty high settings and no problem. Still Hl2 with lowest possible graphics/reflections does shut down.

 

Fan at least spins ok.

[Itch]

If you are sure the problem is heat related...

 

There are tons of ways to fix it.. without spending money...

 

Exhibit A:

 

Exhibit B:

[Repus]

Good idea! 2 problems:

 

1. I have laptop

2. I don't own big fan like that.

[Itch]

Laptops are a pain when it comes to heat issues. Try raising the laptop off of the table. I've seen people use blocks of wood and things like that.

 

I've seen quite a few laptops die due to plugged up heatsinks. the problem is that you have to take the laptop apart to get it cleaned out well. I hope you're able to resolve the problem I was just trying to offer a cheap work-around until you can sort the issue out properly.

[mapper]

Laptops are a pain when it comes to heat issues. Try raising the laptop off of the table. I've seen people use blocks of wood and things like that.

 

I've seen quite a few laptops die due to plugged up heatsinks. the problem is that you have to take the laptop apart to get it cleaned out well. I hope you're able to resolve the problem I was just trying to offer a cheap work-around until you can sort the issue out properly.

 

Isn't there anywhere a guide you know about cleaning out laptops ?

I also have a simular issue.