Gaming PC Crashes

say more info about especs: cpu ram etc,something really similar happened to me,in my case was the cpu overheating and surthing down itself to avoid major damage.

Dying PSU or mobo.

In addition my temperatures
Mobo temps give 6 values 2 of which are 112 C 120C others average 40 C

CPU temps 30 C ish
GPU 28 C ish

all idle no game running

Ok so i have installed speedfan for better temp readings and cpu comes up at 128C then AUXTIN1 &2 at 112 119 respectively

i think i have found my problem but how do i solve this?

EDIT: After more googling seems i may need to re apply thermal paste/clean heatsink

opening her up see you on the other side

More comments helpful in this tragic time =(

Check CPU fan and heatsink. If needed, replace cooling paste (if it's dry and crumbles, it was cheap stuff that has dried out over time). Same for other heat sinks on the mobo

Most vid cards can go up to 80-90, but you will start to see artifacting and glitches.

Does this happen only after you have been running a game for a while, or does it do it from a cold boot and right into a game?

IF, under monitoring your vid card stays under 70C, it may just be that your vid card is shot... not necessarily overheating. Maybe try to arrange your cabling better to give better airflow over your GPU. Could also try running your PC with the side panel off and a fan blowing on the Vid card to determine if its really a heat issue.

Other thoughts:

Do you have another Vid card to test with to ensure its nothing else in your system? Bad RAM / Motherboard can manifest similar symptoms in some circumstances... It could also be underpowered. Maybe try using another plug off your PSU to power the card. Also, if you have spare slots, maybe move it to another PCIE slot on the MB.

Hey guys im back

So yes the thermal paste was pretty crappy and at the same time realsied i had a bad cpu fan so installed corsair H55 watercooling

However temps are still bad see image http://i.imgur.com/9KsBP8r.png

also how can i tell if water cooling is working?

thanks for help guys =)

Edit: just noticed fan is not spinning - .- so i assume water cooling isnt either would you normally hear the water cooling?

Me again after doing some more tests i am starting to think i may have bad sensors which are reporting high temperatures an invetibaly forcing crashes. any input/ ideas?

http://i.imgur.com/CJ658wT.png

Mine was related to the CPU overheating and I might have to lower the OC if it continues.

Had the same thing. PSU burnt down the whole PC a few days later.

Hi all its been a while since last post but wanted to update so if others come across this thread it will help them.

I basically replaced with a new motherboard and case for more fan mounts and better airflow in and out of the machine and now my temps are amazing it hasn't gone past 35C when running games like advanced warfare or far cry 3

see image
http://imgur.com/skawKOP

I do have a couple more questions though since building

1. When gaming the GPU goes up to about 60C is this considered too hot or ok?
2. since installing new mobo I dont get the brand splash screen before windows starts though i can still enter bios if im quick at the black screen is this an issue? Everything else seems fine.

Thanks for all your input next step upgrade my HD7850 to a GTX 970 :D

Try updating your graphics card and chipset (motherboard, usually covers most integrated components) drivers.