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Re: Really Bad ATI 9800 pro probs [message #178695 is a reply to message #178676] Thu, 10 November 2005 14:34 Go to previous messageGo to previous message
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If it's idling above 60C, and going over 80C easily while under load, then that's the problem.

If that's the case you could try taking off the heatsink and applying some thermal gel. Make sure you don't damage the card while doing this though, as the warranty won't cover physical damage.


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