Q. This card runs really hot and i'm worried about how it will affect its lifespan. I would like to know the best way to remedy this issue without having t buy an aftemarket cooler as i am looking at running it on crossifre in the future and i don't think my motherboard would allow for this. (ASRock p45r2000-WiFi) Thank You very much for your answers, also, please do elaborate and give your own comments. Thanks again in advance!
A. There should be a bit of software you can install that will tell you exactly what the temperature of your GPU and Radeon is.
It's usually on the drivers/applications disc.
The average temp. of cards of this quality is from 30-45 degrees - that's the highest I'd be comfortable with.
Remember that the external temp will be different to the temp inside the working components.
I keep mine at around 28 degrees. But when I'm at my PC, even in the height of summer, I need an extra jumper - it's better than an air conditioner.
Your motherboard manual will tell you where you can get direct power to fans (which means they will be directly monitored) OR you can buy a few fans that run off your power supply - they come with connectors for all types now.
This means that if you're worried that your card's running too hot, which doesn't mean it's lifespan is limited - just that it's closer to the margin where it'll freeze (it'll freeze/stall before it blows up) - you can just position a fan to circulate air around it, which really helps.
Making sure that the fan on the GPU is kept clean, using a small paint brush and gently blowing, while the machine is off at the wall, but still plugged in, will improve the effeciency of the built-on cooling system.
It is probably a good idea to do this for all your fans and heatsinks from time to time - especially if you smoke or have a lot of dust near your computer.
I have fitted filter gauzes over my intake fans to reduce the need to do this so often.
Your case will have a place to put an extra, if not a few extra fans - if not, you can affix them quite easily using electrical tape in a place such as the HDD bays, pointing at the components you want to blast with cool, circualating air.
Expulsion of the warm air is also important, but your computer probably has one or two of these already - if you install more than three fans, make sure one of thems an out-taker.
Occasionally (not that I recommend this, really) I run my computer with the side open, but covered. Only in instances where I know that I am going to be using a LOT of processing power over a long period of time.
I then put a desk fan pointing at the insides and it reduces the temps to around 20 degrees...
But it does make it pretty dusty in there, so it requires cleaning out more often...
There is no need to go in for liquid cooling or anything expensive unless you are running a massive computer which is constantly using 80% of it's resources at any one time.
Fans do superbly for home computers.
And like any home, they need cleaning inside as well as good organisation.
It's usually on the drivers/applications disc.
The average temp. of cards of this quality is from 30-45 degrees - that's the highest I'd be comfortable with.
Remember that the external temp will be different to the temp inside the working components.
I keep mine at around 28 degrees. But when I'm at my PC, even in the height of summer, I need an extra jumper - it's better than an air conditioner.
Your motherboard manual will tell you where you can get direct power to fans (which means they will be directly monitored) OR you can buy a few fans that run off your power supply - they come with connectors for all types now.
This means that if you're worried that your card's running too hot, which doesn't mean it's lifespan is limited - just that it's closer to the margin where it'll freeze (it'll freeze/stall before it blows up) - you can just position a fan to circulate air around it, which really helps.
Making sure that the fan on the GPU is kept clean, using a small paint brush and gently blowing, while the machine is off at the wall, but still plugged in, will improve the effeciency of the built-on cooling system.
It is probably a good idea to do this for all your fans and heatsinks from time to time - especially if you smoke or have a lot of dust near your computer.
I have fitted filter gauzes over my intake fans to reduce the need to do this so often.
Your case will have a place to put an extra, if not a few extra fans - if not, you can affix them quite easily using electrical tape in a place such as the HDD bays, pointing at the components you want to blast with cool, circualating air.
Expulsion of the warm air is also important, but your computer probably has one or two of these already - if you install more than three fans, make sure one of thems an out-taker.
Occasionally (not that I recommend this, really) I run my computer with the side open, but covered. Only in instances where I know that I am going to be using a LOT of processing power over a long period of time.
I then put a desk fan pointing at the insides and it reduces the temps to around 20 degrees...
But it does make it pretty dusty in there, so it requires cleaning out more often...
There is no need to go in for liquid cooling or anything expensive unless you are running a massive computer which is constantly using 80% of it's resources at any one time.
Fans do superbly for home computers.
And like any home, they need cleaning inside as well as good organisation.
How much does BMC Remedy cost?
Q. I am looking for some help desk software to outfit my small organization with. I have used Remedy in the past at other companies and was looking into purchasing it, but their website is incredibly cryptic and doesn't provide any clear answers. So, does anyone have any idea how much I can expect to pay for some Remedy licenses? How about for a site-wide license?
A. In the spirit of transparency, I work for a BMC Remedy competitor. BMC has a couple of reasons to be cryptic about their licensing. First, it is not cheap. Second, their licensing is extremely complex.
If you are a small organization you might want to consider BMC's Servicedesk Express (Magic) product. Remedy will be overkill and Magic will probably be less expensive (I assume they still support and sell Magic...)
Alternatively, I'd suggest you consider software-as-a-service. There are numerous benefits to SaaS including lower ownership costs and ease of use, with no drop off in features and functionality. A couple of examples of SaaS in the IT service management market are Service-now.com (geared to larger organizaitons) and Beetil (geared to smaller organizations).
Subscription pricing for Service-now.com starts at $100 per IT user per month with volume discounts available. The smallest license we sell is for about 40 IT users. It is that simple. We host the application. Training, support, infrastructure, etc. are all included in the subscription license.
We have many former BMC Remedy customers who have switched to Service-now.com. To get you in the ballpark on pricing, one of these former Remedy customers paid about $1.2 million for 300 IT users and 20,000 employees.
Hope that helps a little.
@rglauser
Service-now.com
If you are a small organization you might want to consider BMC's Servicedesk Express (Magic) product. Remedy will be overkill and Magic will probably be less expensive (I assume they still support and sell Magic...)
Alternatively, I'd suggest you consider software-as-a-service. There are numerous benefits to SaaS including lower ownership costs and ease of use, with no drop off in features and functionality. A couple of examples of SaaS in the IT service management market are Service-now.com (geared to larger organizaitons) and Beetil (geared to smaller organizations).
Subscription pricing for Service-now.com starts at $100 per IT user per month with volume discounts available. The smallest license we sell is for about 40 IT users. It is that simple. We host the application. Training, support, infrastructure, etc. are all included in the subscription license.
We have many former BMC Remedy customers who have switched to Service-now.com. To get you in the ballpark on pricing, one of these former Remedy customers paid about $1.2 million for 300 IT users and 20,000 employees.
Hope that helps a little.
@rglauser
Service-now.com
I'm a 23 year old software professional so I need to spent about 10-12 hrs a day in front of the computer and?
Q. I'm a 23 year old software professional so I need to spent about 10-12 hrs a day in front of the computer and in an air-conditioned room. Hence my skin has become very dull and dry. Please suggest some remedies for this problem.
A. Well, for starters, you need to make sure that your daily skin care routine contains a good, long-lasting moisturizer. If you wear make-up, try using a tinted moisturizer instead of foundation to give your skin that extra boost of moisture. If you donât wear make-up or you donât mind reapplying during the day, try keeping a box of cleansing cloths in your desk, so you can give your skin a freshening boost in the middle of the day.
If this isnât feasible, try going for restorative approach at the end of the day. You can treat yourself to little âme timeâ by creating a little ritual of skin care. Gently cleanse your skin, then use a hot towel to open the pores and give some deep cleaning. Follow this with a mild toner to strip excess oils, and finish by using a creamy moisturizer for your skin. Apply the moisturizer liberally and let it sit on the skin for 5-10 minutes then wipe off the excess.
Once a week you can give yourself an at home facial. The following is a simple recipe for an all-natural facial masque that you can use a couple of times a week:
Take and combine each of the following in a blender:
⢠1 cup plain oatmeal
⢠½ medium-sized banana
⢠½ medium-sized cucumber (peeled)
⢠½ cup honey
⢠½ cup unflavored yogurt
Place the oatmeal in the blender first and grind it into a find powder, then add the remaining ingredients in slices when needed. These ingredients should be blended smooth and then spread onto the skin using a brush, or blotted on using a soft cloth. The unused portion can be sealed in an airtight container and saved for up to 5 days in the refrigerator.
This mixture contains natural antioxidants, proteins and vitamins, as well as the moisture attracting properties of the oatmeal and will help promote smoother, more nourished and moisture-rich skin. Leave the masque mixture on the skin for at least 15 minutes and the wipe off the excess and rinse the face with warm, then cool water.
If this isnât feasible, try going for restorative approach at the end of the day. You can treat yourself to little âme timeâ by creating a little ritual of skin care. Gently cleanse your skin, then use a hot towel to open the pores and give some deep cleaning. Follow this with a mild toner to strip excess oils, and finish by using a creamy moisturizer for your skin. Apply the moisturizer liberally and let it sit on the skin for 5-10 minutes then wipe off the excess.
Once a week you can give yourself an at home facial. The following is a simple recipe for an all-natural facial masque that you can use a couple of times a week:
Take and combine each of the following in a blender:
⢠1 cup plain oatmeal
⢠½ medium-sized banana
⢠½ medium-sized cucumber (peeled)
⢠½ cup honey
⢠½ cup unflavored yogurt
Place the oatmeal in the blender first and grind it into a find powder, then add the remaining ingredients in slices when needed. These ingredients should be blended smooth and then spread onto the skin using a brush, or blotted on using a soft cloth. The unused portion can be sealed in an airtight container and saved for up to 5 days in the refrigerator.
This mixture contains natural antioxidants, proteins and vitamins, as well as the moisture attracting properties of the oatmeal and will help promote smoother, more nourished and moisture-rich skin. Leave the masque mixture on the skin for at least 15 minutes and the wipe off the excess and rinse the face with warm, then cool water.
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