by SCKing » 21 Oct 2014 23:21
Problem solved...changed computers. I also salvaged the first computer with the heat issues. Two components contributed heavily to the heat build up, even at idle - AMD Cpu and graphics card (CPU idling at 53c). I put in a new Cosair H105 liquid cooler pump and changed desktop cases (Cosair Carbide 540). Between the case internal fan system open layout and air flow for configuration and the pump, temps are down to 31c idle, 38 to 40 on heavy demand. I now use that computer for my photo editing and second screen flight sim utilities operations during flight. All is going well now, until MSFS decides to throw a curve. If you're building a system for flight simming, be careful with the AMD 9730 chip, they run "hot".
PS - the computer room location recommendation is also important. Thanks for the advice!