I've been dealing with some major overheating issues—the kind where my computer crashes within a minute or two of booting up. I noticed my CPU was getting really hot, which made me realize that my old liquid cooling system wasn't working properly anymore. So, I decided to upgrade to a brand new liquid cooling system, specifically an NZXT Kraken 240 AIO. Unfortunately, my CPU is still heating up rapidly, reaching temperatures between 80-100°C, while my GPU is holding steady at low temps. I'm not sure what else to try, and I could really use some help.
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It seems like you might need to provide a bit more info about your setup. What specific components are you using, and can you clarify what you mean by 'hot'? Also, are you experiencing any signs of thermal throttling? If you're unsure what that is, it basically means your CPU is slowing down to prevent damage from overheating. Have you checked the Event Viewer for any possible issues? Maybe there are errors that could explain the crashes.
Don't forget to check if you've reapplied thermal paste recently! When's the last time you did that? It might be worth cleaning it with isopropyl and applying a fresh layer when you switched the heatsink.
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