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Old 07-29-2010, 11:40 AM   #12
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46°C is perfectly fine. Even up to 60°C at idle can be "okay". Last I knew, just have to ensure CPU temperature never reaches 70°C under load.

If you only have the stock thermal paste, replacing it with Arctic Silver 5 or similar compound can reduce the temperature a few degrees.
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