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Discussion in 'Overclocking, Cooling and Modding' started by Quantex_rox, Feb 6, 2008.

  1. Quantex_rox Newcomer, in training Posts: 152

    I bought a XFX nvidia 8600gt 512mb, and some of the reviews on newegg said they run hot, but it shouldn't be a problem unless you are overclocking.
    Speedfan says the core is running at 50C (122) idle. Now, i don't have an side exhaust fan (which should help keep it cool), so i was wondering, is it ok to play games, etc... without having to worry about overheating until i get a side fan?
    Games such as Far cry, HL2, painkiller be, etc...
    Quantex_rox, Feb 6, 2008
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  2. dustin_ds3000 TechSpot Chancellor Posts: 1,097

    i dont think it would hurt anything if you did play for a few hours, if it would make you feel better you can leave your side of the case off
    dustin_ds3000, Feb 6, 2008
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