Quote Originally Posted by scaryogre
CPU Temp Question:

Just fired up my new rig for the first time. I'm in the BIOS and just wanted to monitor the CPU temp for a bit before proceeding. I want to ensure I don't need to make any modifications to the 9700 Zalman cooler I have on it before I go any further.

BIOS CPU Temps after 10 minutes with CPU, memory, etc. ALL at default speeds. e6600 CPU:

Processor Temp: 38C
Internal Temp: 32C
Remote Temp: 31C

Is this acceptable, good, bad, normal, or ???

Thanks.

-scaryogre
looks normal, depending on ambient.