I agree that the 300w PS is inadequate. However, I have a similar setup and
my Antec 350W PS is working just fine.

> On most AMD processors, if it heats up, it fries and will not work for
long.
>
> You can add case fans to improve the air circulation. The standard AMD CPU
> fan should be ok.
>
> Power supplies should be rated for 400 watts or more.
>
>
> <neworder7@hotmail.com> wrote in message
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> Hi could someone tell me if your CPU gets too hot around 45-55 degrees
> which mine sits at when its at idle or doing small tasks like word or
> using the net. Would this affect the way windows runs?
> As I have just noticed that my computer is starting to slow down and
> even sometimes stop for a second as I work on it. For example playing a
> MP3 or typing a word document or looking at using other programs.
>
> Im currently using a Windows XP with a AMD 2400+ CPU on a MSI NForce 2
> motherboard 2x 1gig sticks and 2x HD & ATI 9600. With a 300w power
> supply
>
> Also any recommendations on CPU fans under £10 i should buy to replace
> my old one if required and PSU quiet PSU unties for under £25
>
> Thanks
>
> neworder7@hotmail.com
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