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Puffhead
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Well.  My computer's CPU idles around 45 degrees.  First off, is that normal, 2nd, and the problem is that the fans run quite loud all the time.    I must say, my cable management isn't good at all, could that be a factor?  Also, is there a way, without dismantling everything in my case - to find out if my CPU heatsink is on correctly?  I feel like there's something wrong with something :/   It's just loud and hot.  All the time.

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Could you send a pic of your cable management? Also, what cooler are you using?

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And what are your ambient temps?

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Stock coolers tend to be loud. Your temps are normal. And you might want to tidy up your cables a bit.

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Is it really worth an aftermarket heatsink? (Any links would be great :3)

And is that most likely my problem?

Yes. Hyper 212+ or EVO are cheap and great coolers. And, it could be a factor, but like I said, stock coolers just aren't very good. Only meant to keep the CPU from frying itself at stock speeds(including turbo speeds).

 

Hyper 212 EVO

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So you're saying that this here should (yes, I realize its possible that thats not my problem) help reduce noise and keep it cooler?

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835103099

Yes.

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Yeah tidy up your cables and your air flow will be much better. Getting an aftermarket heatsink will make your rig quieter and makes it idle cooler.

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makes it idle cooler.

And under load.

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And under load.

That too.

CPU: Intel core i5 3570 Motherboard: Gigabyte-H77-DS3H Case: Fractal Design Define R4 Storage: Seagate Barracuda 2TB  GPU: MSI Radeon HD 7950 Twin Frozr III Cooler: CM Hyper 212 Evo RAM: Crucial Ballistix Sport 16GB  PSU: Seasonic G Series 550W

 

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