ABIT IP35PRO + Q9300 = 2 cores problem

[Naster]

Hello just instelled q9300 bought from Overclockers. And windows shows 2 cores and using very high temp.

BIOS 16. Damage processor?

 

[Mattus]

Update to the latest BIOS if you haven't already, then reset your CMOS and run a 'scan for hardware changes' in Device Manager. 51-56c is alright if you have SpeedStep off - your CPU fan is probably spinning dead slowly.

 

[RJC]

Couple of things to try if you have not so already, try doing a CMOS reset and do a search in windows for new hardware.

Temps, what heat sink are you using, try reseating the heat sink and what thermal paste and how much did you use.

Rob

 

[Naster]

OK

Coller Noctua NH-U12P CPU i chnged 3 times thermal paste no improvements. Orginal Noctua thermal paste. I celared cmos a couple of times no results. Device manager shows 4 cores. Bios shows 40C. Bios 16 ver.

 

[Cob]

Try the 17 b02 BIOS.

 

[Mattus]

Device manager shows 4 cores.

Result, then? Or do you mean 2 cores?

As Cob said, try the latest BIOS - it might need an update to support the new quads properly.

 

[Naster]

Ok

After reinstalling Windows i have got 4 cores uhhhh.
But temperatures arent correct. I think thermal sensor is damage because i took off cooler and processor wasnt hot.

IDLE :
51
56
51
55

STRESS 100% (4 converter programs running ConvertXtoDVD)
64
64
64
64

 

[dr. sarf]

Use Prime95 to test for load temps, leave it running over night.

 

[Naster]

ok i will do this tomorrow

but what is OTP for this processor.