To prevent overheating and damage to the hardware installed in the computer, it is recommended to periodically check its temperature. Several programs can be used for this.
Necessary
- - AMD Over Drive;
- - Speed Fan.
Instructions
Step 1
If your computer has an AMD processor, install the AMD Over Drive utility. You can download this program from the official site of AMD www.ati.com. Restart your computer and launch the downloaded application
Step 2
Wait while the program collects information about the installed hardware. Open the CPU Status menu to determine the CPU temperature readings. If you are using a multi-core processor, the program will display the temperature of each individual core.
Step 3
To find out the temperature of your graphics card, open the GPU Status menu. If you are using a laptop with two video adapters, the program will display the temperature of the used (active) video card. If the temperature of some devices has exceeded the permissible limits, then open the Fan Control menu. Increase the rotational speed of the blades of the required cooler by moving the slider under its graphical image.
Step 4
If your computer has an Intel processor installed, use the Speed Fan program. Install and run this utility. The Indicators menu will display the devices to which the temperature sensors are connected and the fans installed in the computer.
Step 5
To increase the fan speed, press the Up arrow several times. Wait a while for the temperature of the device to return to normal. Remember that the allowable temperatures are different for each piece of equipment. For example, a temperature of 60 degrees Celsius is acceptable for the CPU, but not for the hard drive.
Step 6
If you do not want to constantly monitor the readings of the temperature sensors, then check the box next to the "Auto fan speed" item. The program will automatically increase the rotational speed of the cooler to prevent overheating of the devices.
