3 days ago pulled out my 2 sticks of pc2700 each 512, and installed 2 sticks of PNY 1g pc3200. Wow, a huge difference in games and working in my p2p/share. (but it wasn't REALLY that big ...)
But a RAM increase this much seems like it would generate more heat, could I find an internal fan to clip onto the case for them?
and what kind of power source would it have?
2006-10-25 00:53:56 · 11 answers · asked by Diadem 4 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Add-ons
I have had no crashes, lock-up's, or anything...also, I have everything cased in an Antec aluminum, and this thing has 2 front, and 2 rear fans that move air like mad.
But it was the general principle of preventitive measure as for if I should or need to cool them specificly or not. Thx for input.
2006-10-25 01:06:00 · update #1
I wont worry about them then...thanks to all!
2006-10-25 04:32:20 · update #2
I don't see a heat problem here at all. If your 2 case fans are moving the air properly, you should be just fine. Just make sure the inside of the PC, the fans, power supply, etc. are clean and free of dust.
Additionally, depending on your MoBo, you may not have any more places to connect a fan.
If things are running fine I would do nothing.
Although, what you might do is to reboot your PC after it has been running for an hour or so and watch during boot up for what temperature your CPU is at. This will give you a clue about overall temps.
Also, if your RAM came with no recommendation for cooling it I wouldn't worry.
If RAM temp is really concerning you, you might take a look at buying heatsinks for the RAM sticks instead of adding another fan.
Hope this helps.
2006-10-25 01:20:19 · answer #1 · answered by Dick 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
When it comes to cooling a nice system it's always better to be safe than sorry. Get another fan and increase the air flow...
As for power source, it's hard to say, I don't know what other components you have. But if you have a 400W or better you should be fine for now... a fan won't make that much difference.
2006-10-25 00:56:50 · answer #2 · answered by Dell PC 4 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
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2016-11-25 19:45:47 · answer #3 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Normally memory does not have to be cooled. If it has been running for 3 days without a crash r lock up, then it shold be fine. If it was overheating, you would be having all kinds of crash, lock up or mystery reboots.
2006-10-25 00:57:09 · answer #4 · answered by dewcoons 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
it is wise to have additional cooling system for your pc. actually ram don't really need that because the more ram you installed doesn't mean more heat it'll generate. one of the main reason that will generate more heat from your pc is gaming. if your pc precious to you, install extra cooling fan or any kind of suitable cooling system.
2006-10-25 01:08:02 · answer #5 · answered by ustazshifu 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you've only just installed extra RAM there shouldn't be any need for any extra cooling, unless you overclock your ram. If thats the case then I would look into getting extra cooling for your RAM chips.
2006-10-25 01:25:07 · answer #6 · answered by shotokan1978 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Only the CPU gets hot and needs cooling fan.
2006-10-25 02:28:58 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
you dont "NEED" a fan or any other type of cooling device on your new ram, unless youre overclocking...but i doubt u are. you can go buy a couple heat sinks to glue onto your ram...thatd be cheap and effective
2006-10-25 00:59:06 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
no, more RAM doesn not noticably increase the heat generated.
2006-10-25 00:55:50 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
i agree with the others ....if its been running for 3 days with no problems ...then its not overheating
2006-10-25 01:04:22 · answer #10 · answered by bluebottle 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋