AMD Cool'n'Quiet - Not really
Hi all
Just got myself a new processor, the AMD Athlon 64 X2 Dual Core 3800+ Cool'n'Quiet.
I installed it into the new motherboard, a Gigabyte GA-M51GM-S2G.
The thing sound like a hoover. I looked up on this cool'n'quiet feature which is supposed to control the fan rate compared the to temp and performance of the CPU.
The Mobo is CAQ compatible just so it happens (I didnt actually buy the board for this feature, but it is on AMD's reco list).
I looked on the AMD Site, downloaded the drivers, and some monitoring software. Only problem is, although the CPU reads at 33C idle, the fan is still running at what seems like full speed, from 3.7-4.2K RPM.
Has anyone experience with this CAQ stuff? Am I missing something?
I tried using Speedfan to adjust and although that monitors OK it doesnt actually chnage any speeds :p
Thanks all its driving my family crazy!