John,
    Your processor temperature will vary depending on the cooling setup in
your case.
AMD states the normal operating temperatures are 60-65C. The maximum
temperatures are defined by the S,T,V on the chip. V=85C, T=90C, S=95C.
Looks like you will be well inside the limits. Most motherboard bios have a
temperature setting that will shut down your computer in case of temperature
overload, or fan failure. Check and see and set it as low as possible.
Kenny
                         Dixie Computers
----- Original Message -----
From: "John and/or Marilyn MCQUILLIN" <[log in to unmask]>
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Monday, August 18, 2003 2:03 PM
Subject: [PCBUILD] CPU temperature.


My computer is home built with SOYO-KT333 motherboard and AMD Athlon
2000=CPU.  The board came with SOYO Hardware Monitor which displays various
voltages and temperatures inside the case.  On a warm day after several
hours of operation the CPU temperature may reach as high as 119F (49C).
Heat sink is instaslled and clean and the fan operates.
Does anyone know what the normal range of temperatures is for a CPU and at
what point does high temperature damage the chip?

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