Why is my M.2 SSD hitting 70°C while idle?
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TechScribe42
I have a Kingston NV3 M.2 SSD that's connected to an Asus TUF B650M-Plus motherboard. I just noticed that its temperature is sitting at 70°C, even while I'm just watching a YouTube video. I was already concerned about the temperatures, and seeing this makes me worry. The SSD is mounted on a heatsink, so I'm not sure why it's running so hot. Any advice on what to do?
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Try using Crystal Disk Info to check your SSD's health. It can give you insights about the temperature sensors. Make sure everything is running smoothly!
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You should check how hot the SSD gets under load with a tool like CrystalDiskMark. Also, consider the airflow in your case—it's really important for cooling!
CoolBreeze99: Whoa, mine hit 94°C under load. That's wild!
AirflowMaster47: I have two front intake fans and two back exhaust fans, so it should be okay.
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ReadySetGo26: I checked and everything looks fine on my end.
TemperatureWatcher54: In Crystal Disk Info, I see sensor 1 at 72°C, sensor 2 at 62°C, and sensor 3 at 45°C.