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Hmm you got that E7400 to 3.5Ghz with stock voltage? If so that would explain why your temps are so cool
I don't see what your worried about. I got mine to stay stable at 4.1ghz, idle temp is 41c. Ran prime95 for 8 hours temp never got above 64c, and system never let out a hickup. I'm good with these number, leaving it clocked at 4ghz forever.
Not worried about chip life as long as it last a year, then I will upgrade. Who wants it?
I never messed with the FSB, set on AUTO @ 1.1v. Now that you said something I just might have too. Na I think idle temps of 41c are enough, but then 41c isn't too hot to touch. My hot tubs water is more then 41c. I've got to get memory running better, memory isn't even warm. From my experience memory is much more finicky to mess with.
When does the processor do it's throttling thing to reduce heat, do you know? CoreTemp says it's 100c, but I don't always trust programs.
Your cooler seems nice, but I bought that Zelman based on reviews and testings. In every test I've seen my unit outperforms them all. Main report I listen to is MaximumPC, what ever they say is the best I buy (within my price range). Also my system is dead quiet, built it to be quiet.
http://www.frostytech.com/articleview.cfm?articleid=2362&page=4