case cooling

[jagnorm]

when I first joined TechImo I posted a tread about my processor temp. Which turned out I was running way too hot since then I have brougth the temp down but is technically still way too hot.
I havn't had problems though.
I'm going to be replacing my amd 1300 with a amd 2500 and the MB also (undecided on which one). I assume the 2500 will run hotter. I don't want to take the chance of burning it up.
I've been looking at fans that fit into the 5.25 bay that would probably kool my case down a lot. But for a little more money I could purchase a better case than the one I have. That to probably would solve my kooling prob.
Any sugestions..

[MrPurple]

The 2500 runs cooler then the non Barton core XPs.
As to a case, it depends on how much you want to spend.
If you want ultimate cooling, an SLK3700AMB from Antec gives you good space, with a 120 MM fan as an exust, and room for a 120mm forn an intake.
For $60 its a good deal. Get your self Enermax 120 mm speed control fans, and you should be set. With this set up you will be able to control the temps and sound level of your system to reach that perfect balance you so desire of silance and cooling.

[jagnorm]

I don't need ultimate cooling, just adequate cooling.
About how much cooler will the amd 2500 than the 1300?
Will it run at about 20c cooler?
see attachment for my present cooling status according to sisoft program.

[fourthbean]

http://www.newegg.com/app/ViewProduc...type=Refurbish

Here is a nice motherboard if you do not mind refurbished.

Christopher

[HeadBand]

sisoft dosent nessaserisly read it correctly check in you cmos for the most acurate reading

[Starfury_2260]

best case for air flow would be one that can have more fans, and also have them in the front and back of the case, which you mainly find in the large tower (server) cases.

[jagnorm]

Originally posted by HeadBand
sisoft dosent nessaserisly read it correctly check in you cmos for the most acurate reading

Unfortunately you are right about sisoft. I just checked the temp in the cmos like you suggested.
ack... it shows 73c

[jagnorm]

Thanks fourthbean, but I will go with a new MB.

[jagnorm]

Ok so it looks like I should go with a new case. I can get a decent case in town for about $40 that comes with power supply. But my power supply is fairly new and I don't see the need to buy a case that comes with a power supply.
Any good ideas for a case and where to get it from at an inexpensive cost?

[alienware-51]

Your computer is 73c!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Thats so hot it could probibly heat your whole house. Are you sure is wasn't 73f?