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Unusually Hot CPU Temperature [closed]
I have a Dell laptop with a i7 720QM CPU, and for the past few months the fan has been running nonstop (or so it seems). This hasn't always been the case, and it just started all of the sudden. I ...
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I have overclocked to 4.7ghz, with core temps it reads at max load at 100 degrees C, is that too hot? [closed]
I have a i7-3770k processor and I have over clocked it to 4.7ghz. When it runs at 100% load, core temp reads it at 100 degree's Celsius. I have it liquid cooled, but it don't know how much it is ...
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One CPU core stuck at 100% doing kernel stuff
A few days ago I started experiencing a weird issue - one core was stuck at 100% doing some kernel stuff. This problem is NOT OS specific: it occurs in Windows 7 (including Safe Mode), Ubuntu 12.04 ...
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1answer
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What is the CPU Word size?
I have searched everywhere on the internet and i cannot find out how to find the word size of a CPU. Can someone either show me where to look or tell me how to find out.
These are the CPU's in ...
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Can I upgrade my Lenovo T-520 i3 to an i7? [closed]
I have a Lenovo T-520 Core i3, with 8 GB RAM and 500GB HDD. It's not very slow as it is, but having been spoiled at work with a 128GB SSD, I would very much like to upgrade to at least 128GB SSD, but ...
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No CPU Utilization or Memory Utilization with Intel Extreme Tuning Utility
I'm running a Core i7 3770K with a Gigabtye GA-Z77X-UD5H motherboard with Windows 8 Pro (x64). I installed the Intel Extreme Tuning Utility (latest version 4.0.X.X) and most of it works, however, the ...
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Why would my CPU suddenly get much hotter than it used to? [closed]
I run an i7-2700K on a DZ68BC, which I've assembled about a year ago. I've used the stock Intel fan without additional thermal compound and it worked flawlessly ever since.
I've had the Intel Desktop ...
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Why does VirtualBox show more CPUs than available?
I have an Intel Core i7 3930K with 6 CPU cores. Now, I understand that every of that cores can handle 2 separate threads. That makes 12 virtual cores - which I can see using my system monitor (see ...
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CPU (?) Clicking Sound During Resource-Intensive Tasks
I just bought a new computer (Lenovo Yoga 13, with integrated graphics and SSD).
Whenever I bring it out of sleep, or do something resource-intensive (such as heavy Photoshop work), I hear a scratchy ...
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My i5 CPU is performing better than my i7 — why is this happening? [closed]
I recently bought 2 Sony laptops with the following specs:
Laptop 1
Intel(R) Core(TM) i7-3520M CPU @ 2.90GHz
8GB RAM
NVIDIA 640M LE 1GB
500GB (7200rpm)
direct rendering: Yes
Laptop 2
Intel(R) ...
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Intel Core i7 QuadCore on HP Pavilion dv7 Overheating Issues
I bought a brand new HP notebook: HP Pavilion dv7-6b21em BeatsAudio edition. The notebook is about 2 months old and has pretty nasty overheating problem.
I mainly use it for development however i do ...
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Intel i7-920 Stock Temp
I am running an Intel i7-920 chip on stock cooling and i'm getting about 55C on idle and 65-70C during light browsing (youtube, etc.) I understand that the maximum temperature the chip can take is ...
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1answer
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i5-3210M to an intel i7-3610QM?
If i want to upgrade my processor in my laptop from a i5-3210M to an i7-3610QM what else, if anything would i need to change? They both have the same sockets, I"m thinking i might need to upgrade the ...
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CPU temp very hot in BIOS but okay in RealTemp/Speedfan
I just built myself a new i7 2600k system with an Intel DP67BA motherboard. Booted into BIOS and was alarmed to find Processor temp reported at 75 C, and steadily rising... sat there while it rose to ...
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underclocking Intel Core i7
My laptop's CPU is Intel Core i7 Q 720 . Works perfect but the bad side is overheating... Ive already tried to clean laptop and change thermopaste, it doesn't give any results. Is there any programs ...
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What happens when you add a Graphics card to a i7 with built in graphics (e.g. HD 4000)
I'm thinking of upgrading my computer from an AMD Phenom II X4 955BE with a AMD Radeon HD 6800 Graphics card (not integrated) to using a Intel Core i7 3770. As I have no knowledge of integrated ...
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Why is my processor “TurboBoosting”
Below is a screenshot of my computer screen five minutes after I log on.
As you can see, my processor is turbocharging, and its the only process using the CPU.
Whats going on here? Why is this ...
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Computer stopped working when multiple cores enabled
My computer started freezing while booting Windows 7 or linux. I recently discovered that I can boot only when a single core is enabled in the BIOS. I didn't add/remove hardware or update BIOS. No ...
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How to most efficiently utilize CPU resources in windows 7? [closed]
Hardware: Lenovo T420s with i7 processor and 8GB RAM, 64bit
How can I configure my computer to maximize / optimize resource allocation to a specific program?
I would like to make Dragon Naturally ...
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Will turning off cores in an i7 save any energy?
I've got a Core i7 @ 950. Which eats a bit too much, and I would like to get the lowest consumption possible. If I turn off some of the cores. Will that save me some energy (in idle)?
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Finding the number of Cores on my CPU in GNU/Linux
When I do cat /proc/cpuinfo I get the folowing information printed below. Can I conclude from this information
that there are 8 cores in my machine? I am interested in doing some parallel programming ...
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1answer
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i7-9XX vs i7-2XXX
It seems that the "older?" i7-9XX series processors are still quite common in new systems. Is there an advantage to these CPUs over the newer Sandy Bridge i7-2XXX series that is making them ...
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i7 with aftermarket heatsink still hot
I have an i7 2600 processor running with an after market coolermaster heatsink. I've tried two different aftermarket heatsinks and the stock. The cpu runs at idle around 40-45c in my room that is ...
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What does “thread” mean as related to CPUs? [duplicate]
Possible Duplicate:
What are threads, and what do they do in the processor?
I know a process can have multiple threads, on my Windows 7 machine each process has over 10 threads in avg.
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CPU Core Temperature Variation
I have a brand new laptop with an i7 2630QM CPU. Core #3 (Out of 1-4) always has a temperature 3-8C cooler than the other cores under normal operation. If I put 100% load on the core then it'll go up ...
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Differences between i7 2600 and i7 2600K
I looked at their specifications on intel.
It seems i7 2600K has HD Graphics 3000 while the i7 2600 has HD Graphic 2000. But other than that, the i7 2600 has several options and features that the i7 ...
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2answers
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Do Core i7 heatsinks have the same geometry as my core 2 duo CPU's heatsink?
Do Core i7 heatsinks have the same geometry as my core 2 duo CPU's heatsink?
From the look of the stock heatsinks it would seem that they do, however I would like to be sure before moving my Zalman.
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How to find out register sizes of Intel Processors
I'm wondering about the register sizes of the three following intel processers.
i7-2920XM
i5-2540M
G6960
I've been to Intel's specs and also have gone through the datasheet. But I couldn't seem ...
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how can I check whether Intel's AVX is enabled on my computer?
I have a new Computer with Sandy Bridge CPU, which supports the new AVX instruction set, and Win 7 Ultimate x64 - which is supposedly capable of supporting AVX (i.e., 256-bit SIMD ...
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Can I put a laptop Core i7 CPU in a desktop?
One of the most important thing to me for a CPU is a good mix between speed and heat. For example five years ago I bought a Core 2 Duo 6300 (max TDP 65W): I put a big heatsink on the CPU, no fans (I ...
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If I use a discreet GPU with Sandy Bridge, would Sandy Bridge's on-die GPU be sitting idle and be completely wasted?
Or would the on-die GPU somehow work with the discreet GPU and still be productive?
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Change VMware Number of Processor
I have laptop with core i7 CPU, I install VMware on it I want know If I change number of processor to 2 is it really use 2 of my core i7 core or just use one and simulate me in VMware I have 2 cpu?
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Any big differences between the Core i7 940 and 950?
It seems the only difference between the Intel Core i7 940 and 950 is a minor clock speed increase, is there anything else that has been changed? I've read the white papers on both processors and they ...
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Upgrading Motherboard and processor
I am upgrading my motherboard (ASUS M2NPV-MX) to (ASUS Rampage III) and processor AMD X2 Dual Core to Intel Core i7-980x. I was wondering after upgrading these hardwares will windows bootup fine? If ...
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What precautions should I take when upgrading or replacing a CPU?
I have an Intel(R) Core(TM)2 Duo CPU E8400 @ 3.00GHZ. I was just considering upgrade options for gaming, and I'm not even sure if it's possible.
If I get one, doesn't it need to match the slot type ...
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How to calculate the setting for BCLK with Core i7?
Help me figure out the proper calculation for overclocking a Core i7.
Given that:
the default maximum memory speed is 1333MHz,
the motherboard supports up to 2200 MHz by overclocking, and
it has ...
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What is the difference between an Intel i7 and a Xeon quad core processor?
I know the Xeon processors have been around for a long time and are mostly used in servers, but I am curious, why do people not use the Xeons in a high performance desktop?
As far as I know about ...
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How does Intel Turbo Boost Technology improve performance on the new Core i5, i7 series of chips?
I'm curious about the new innovations in Intel's Core i5 and i7 series of chips, in particular the Turbo Boost Technology. (Doesn't turbo boost remind you of Knight Rider?)
What are the details on ...
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How to see if turbo boost is working on I7 860 CPU?
I just build myself a new system with a Intel I7 860 CPU. When loading it using a single threaded application like Super PI, CPU-Z shows 2.933Ghz as speed. Now I understood that the I7 goes into turbo ...
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Noticeable difference between i7 920 and 940 processors in real-life use?
I'm just looking for a simple answer, such as "it's WAY quicker, GET IT" or "don't bother, not worth the extra cash".
The price difference between the 920 and 940 i7 chips is massive so I want to ...
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Is my i7 CPU running too hot?
Here's my setup
Intel i7 940 - stock speed
12GB DDR3 RAM
ATI Radeon HD 4800 Series
2x 10k RPM Velociraptor Hard drives
At no load, room temperature my cpu cores consistently read:
43 43 46 43 ...
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i7 920 CPU doesn't come with thermal paste for the cooler?
I installed my new i7 920 CPU and cooler that came with it.
It didn't come with any thermal paste, so I guess it is not required?
I really hate these snap-in 'screws', they pop out easy!
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Does the Intel i7 offer real improvement over its predecessors? [closed]
As the questions title asks, do the new processors from Intel offer real, as in noticeable, improvement over the previous quad core ones? What does the i7 actually offer that is new or is it simply a ...
