Windows 10: Am I killing my computer?

Discus and support Am I killing my computer? in Windows 10 Ask Insider to solve the problem; I've noticed my laptop getting pretty hot when I play games. I downloaded open hardware monitor to look at the temperatures, and all of my CPU (intel... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Ask Insider' started by /u/Nerdtendo64, Apr 8, 2020.

  1. Am I killing my computer?


    I've noticed my laptop getting pretty hot when I play games. I downloaded open hardware monitor to look at the temperatures, and all of my CPU (intel i7 8750h) cores are constantly hovering 2-5 degrees below what is considered "maximum" (about 90 celcius on each core). Likewise, the GPU (GeForce GTX 1060) is riding right at what it says is max temperature. Am I about to burn this thing out? I leave it running overnight with it's screen off because I run a server from it, but if I'm breaking the computer, I might have to cut it out.

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    /u/Nerdtendo64, Apr 8, 2020
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  2. jds63 Win User

    Most Recent Windows 10 Update Killed Sound


    What kind of speakers do you use and meaning it killed your speakers ? Maybe speaker connection is an issue, but most likely something with sound device settings or drivers. What exact steps have you tried. Anyone of filling in system specs here or listing them as it helps us more to help you.
     
    jds63, Apr 8, 2020
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  3. swat354 Win User
    Windows 10 infinite restart black screen


    Thank you john for all of your help i decided to get the usb my computer came with and factory reset it i didnt have anything that personal or valueable so its ok thanks for the help though i appreciate it
     
    swat354, Apr 8, 2020
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  4. Aquinus Win User

    Am I killing my computer?

    Does this computer build have compatibility problems? Opinions welcomed!

    Lets start with what you're going to use this computer for, not what you want to put in it.

    Rules/steps to building a computer (in chronological order):
    First rule: Determine what your needs are.
    Second rule: Define your budget.
    Third rule: Pick parts.
    Fourth rule: Review parts several times.
    Fifth rule: Buy said parts.
    Sixth rule: Build it.

    You are on rule/step 1. Go through the list until you're done.
     
    Aquinus, Apr 8, 2020
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