I recently received some computer parts as a gift, but I was missing a CPU fan, which means I couldn't install it. I also didn't apply any thermal paste since the fan was absent. Now, I'm concerned because my CPU gets really hot to the touch—I'm guessing around 50°C—just a few seconds after booting into the BIOS, and then my PC shuts down. Is this typical behavior? My CPU is pretty old, specifically an R5 2700x.
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That’s not just normal; it’s a recipe for disaster! The CPU generates a lot of heat quickly. You won’t get anywhere without a proper cooler, thermal paste, or heatsink.
Honestly, I didn't expect it to heat up so fast either. Even modern chips need proper cooling to operate safely. It’s a bummer you’re missing parts, but you have to get them before trying to power it on again.
Exactly! A CPU generates more heat per square centimeter than a stove. This is why you need cooling solutions in place. Don't run it without them!
You definitely can’t run your PC without a CPU cooler. It’ll overheat instantly and shut down to protect itself from damage.
Yeah, you're right—it needs a heatsink. An older CPU wouldn't have survived at all, and it could have damaged your motherboard. You should really stop using it until you get the cooler sorted.
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