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Title: Processor overheating when in LR
Post by: LJLRenner on September 05, 2006, 11:24:57 am
I am running Beta 3 on both operating systems.  Have noticed that the processors on both systems (both Dual-core Intel) really heat up when processing a lot of files in LR. I have a monitor on my PC processor board which "warns" that I am beyond the allowable heat limits of the board.  Anyone else have this happening?  Thanks,  Jack
Title: Processor overheating when in LR
Post by: 61Dynamic on September 05, 2006, 11:46:02 am
If your computers are over-heating then that would be a problem with the computers and not LR.

What temperature specifically is either system running at when you get the warning?
Title: Processor overheating when in LR
Post by: englishm on September 05, 2006, 12:39:02 pm
I had the same problem, although not just with LR...amy processor intensive activity that persisted for a while would take the CPU up in to territory that the Intel active monitor disliked.

The solution was to install a better CPU cooling fan.  Have a look here (http://www.zalmanusa.com/).  Check out the CNPS9500 AT.  Takes about 10 minutes to install... the best $65 I have spent in a while.


Mark English
www.pacificlight.ca
Title: Processor overheating when in LR
Post by: LJLRenner on September 05, 2006, 02:15:12 pm
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I am running Beta 3 on both operating systems.  Have noticed that the processors on both systems (both Dual-core Intel) really heat up when processing a lot of files in LR. I have a monitor on my PC processor board which "warns" that I am beyond the allowable heat limits of the board.  Anyone else have this happening?  Thanks,  Jack
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Title: Processor overheating when in LR
Post by: LJLRenner on September 05, 2006, 02:22:40 pm
Jeff:  Processor in PC is around 153-155F when the warning comes up.  I don't believe I am able to check exact temp on my MacBook Pro but know it runs awfully hot!  Suggestions?  Thanks.  Jack
Title: Processor overheating when in LR
Post by: 61Dynamic on September 05, 2006, 05:59:24 pm
Your MacBook is going to run hot just because it is a system that runs hot. All notebooks these days do whether they are from Apple, Dell or anyone else. 180 deg. Fahrenheit is to be expected (http://www.macgeekery.com/hacks/hardware/the_definitive_macbook_pro_thermal_roundup).

Desktops however can run cooler since they have room for better cooling systems. However, if it is reaching 155F (which is 68 Celsius) under load I wouldn't be worried about it. While it could be better it isn't going to be the end of your system. Not by a long shot. My PowerMac for example regularly runs at 66-69C at idle. A typical, well-cooled system typically runs between 60-65C idle.

Most OEM computers go a bit weak on the cooling system in order to cut back on noise and costs. If you want your system to run cooler, then look into after-market CPU coolers. You can net some very good units from Zalman, CoolerMaster, Thermaltake etc. for about $40. The coper-finned-heatpiped Zalman's are very good.
Title: Processor overheating when in LR
Post by: LJLRenner on September 05, 2006, 06:19:48 pm
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Your MacBook is going to run hot just because it is a system that runs hot. All notebooks these days do whether they are from Apple, Dell or anyone else. 180 deg. Fahrenheit is to be expected (http://www.macgeekery.com/hacks/hardware/the_definitive_macbook_pro_thermal_roundup).

Desktops however can run cooler since they have room for better cooling systems. However, if it is reaching 155F (which is 68 Celsius) under load I wouldn't be worried about it. While it could be better it isn't going to be the end of your system. Not by a long shot. My PowerMac for example regularly runs at 66-69C at idle. A typical, well-cooled system typically runs between 60-65C idle.

Most OEM computers go a bit weak on the cooling system in order to cut back on noise and costs. If you want your system to run cooler, then look into after-market CPU coolers. You can net some very good units from Zalman, CoolerMaster, Thermaltake etc. for about $40. The coper-finned-heatpiped Zalman's are very good.
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Title: Processor overheating when in LR
Post by: LJLRenner on September 05, 2006, 06:25:16 pm
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thanks, Dan.  Running custom built "Power PC" and will probably go the fan replacement route.  Have already looked into the Zalman.  Appreciate your expertise.

Regards,  Jack
Title: Processor overheating when in LR
Post by: LJLRenner on October 02, 2006, 01:07:59 pm
Beta 4 does not "heat up" my CPU like Beta 3.  Yay for that!  

Jack
Title: Processor overheating when in LR
Post by: kaelaria on October 02, 2006, 02:39:55 pm
One thing that can make a big diff on even stock systems is simply using a good thermal compond between the CPU(s) and heatsink(s) rather than the cheap compound or pad installed stock.  A $10 tube of Arctic Silver from your local computer related store will often drop temps by 10%+.
Title: Processor overheating when in LR
Post by: LJLRenner on October 03, 2006, 03:49:05 pm
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One thing that can make a big diff on even stock systems is simply using a good thermal compond between the CPU(s) and heatsink(s) rather than the cheap compound or pad installed stock.  A $10 tube of Arctic Silver from your local computer related store will often drop temps by 10%+.
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Title: Processor overheating when in LR
Post by: LJLRenner on October 03, 2006, 03:52:30 pm
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One thing that can make a big diff on even stock systems is simply using a good thermal compond between the CPU(s) and heatsink(s) rather than the cheap compound or pad installed stock.  A $10 tube of Arctic Silver from your local computer related store will often drop temps by 10%+.
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Thanks.  I did just that while still in Beta 3, cleaning off the compound according to Artic Silver instructions then applying the amount they suiggested.  It did improve things somewhat with Beta 3 but really notice a difference with 4.
Title: Processor overheating when in LR
Post by: kaelaria on October 03, 2006, 04:27:46 pm
Then it just means your system was not properly designed from the factory.

Don't hit the quote button and then make a new post, put it all in one if you are going to use it, BTW.