Athlon 1.2 ghz normal operating temperatures-----what range????

[superdave20]

Hey everybody, i have just built a new computer with an Athlon 1200 mhz CPU with the Asus A7A266 mobo. However i was needing to get some any info on the normal or average operating temperature ranges of this CPU. Also if u have a really good cooling setup (CPU heatsink and fan brands, and case cooling). Please let me know if you have any info on this subject. Any help would be appreciated. I can be reached by email at superone50@yahoo.com

Thanx

[Thelemac]

Welcome to the forums! :)

The hottest your temp can go (for a very short period of time) is 90C...otherwise, for normal everyday computing, 70C is the max (you want to keep it down to 60C, though, unless you measure the temp on the die...here's why (http://www.overclockers.com/tips507/))

For good heatsinks check the front page for the recommended list.

*Moved to "Cooling"*