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I just got an Intel Core 2 Quad Q9450 for my new computer, and given that it's summer right now and I've never dealt with quad cores, I'm pretty worried about overheating.

I remember reading somewhere that the optimal temperature for my processor is around 60 degrees Celsius, was I hallucinating or is this true? I ask because I installed Rainmeter with a core temp plugin and also Speedfan and both programs say that my core temp hovers around 45 - 56 C, depending on how hot the room is. Of course, it's gotten as hot as 98 F in my room, since we have no air conditioning. Should I start to worry?

A bit of info: I'm using air cooling, I have 5 motherboard-controlled fans and two going directly to the power source, and I have a ZeroTherm heatsink attached to my CPU. If you need anymore info, I'll be checking up on this periodically. Thanks in advance for the help!

I don't think you will have to worry too much..you're heatsink should keep the temps a bit below 60 C even with the room temps..with the temps you posted.. you're fine really...if you got to around 75+ then I might crank that A/c up ..or put a room fan in front of the rig..but those temps you got right now are fine..darn good even with the room temps..I would love those temps..just wish i didnt strip one of the bolts to the back plate of my Zalman cooler

60c is definatly not optimal. thats really optimally the highest it should get. if it gets above 65 or so i would start to worry