Nova Year - New Build

[mrlip]

I have the Nova as well and Something isnt quite right there with your temps. Shouldn’t be getting 94c when it’s only running at base frequency. Also drawing 53W power which seems high for the actual work it’s doing. The voltage seems low enough to have good temps too so something doesn’t stack up. What’s the CPU and GPU fan doing in terms of activity levels? It should be screaming if your consistently into the 90s.

As Scott said, would definitely do a repaste too

 

[Warbelian]

If I open the laptop won't I void the 1 year send back warranty ?

 

[SpyderTracks]

If I open the laptop won't I void the 1 year send back warranty ?

No, PCS have an open chassis policy so you can make any amendments like repasting or adding drives or RAM without affecting warranty so long as you don't damage anything in the meantime.

 

[IStevens82]

Hi Warbelian - Thanks for your write up and sharing all the info about the laptop.
Have you managed to solve the CPU heat problem?

Also, do you know what version of the 2070 is in it? eg is it 115W or 90W version?
Thanks

 

[Warbelian]

Hi Warbelian - Thanks for your write up and sharing all the info about the laptop.
Have you managed to solve the CPU heat problem?

Also, do you know what version of the 2070 is in it? eg is it 115W or 90W version?
Thanks

Those are questions that I haven't had time to check to be honest mate,
When I do I'll get back to you for sure.

 

[Warbelian]

I still didn't manage to open up the laptop as time didn't allow me but now I'm getting concerned as these are the temperatures in stand-by mod.

What do you guys recommend I should do ?
I'm thinking to send to PCS for a refresh, is it worth it ?

Thank you

 

[SpyderTracks]

I still didn't manage to open up the laptop as time didn't allow me but now I'm getting concerned as these are the temperatures in stand-by mod.

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What do you guys recommend I should do ?
I'm thinking to send to PCS for a refresh, is it worth it ?

Thank you

As above, it needs a repaste, it won’t magically get better until that’s done.

 

[Warbelian]

As above, it needs a repaste, it won’t magically get better until that’s done.

And so I did

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[Warbelian]

New stand by temperature, soooo cool, soooo smooth

 

[Warbelian]

Hey guys,

I'm planning to re-sell my build so I can upgrade to a new one,
I've kept the laptop always closed as it was being used as a tower PC so the quality is quite mint still.

What would you say a fair price is now a days ?

Thank you

 

[SpyderTracks]

Hey guys,

I'm planning to re-sell my build so I can upgrade to a new one,
I've kept the laptop always closed as it was being used as a tower PC so the quality is quite mint still.

What would you say a fair price is now a days ?

Thank you

It’s not something we can comment on on this forum, it’s all down to what the buyer is willing to pay and what other equivalent systems are going for on marketplaces

 

[Warbelian]

It’s not something we can comment on on this forum, it’s all down to what the buyer is willing to pay and what other equivalent systems are going for on marketplaces

That makes sense, thank you for clarifying that @SpyderTracks

 

[Warbelian]

Hey @SpyderTracks

I'm currently having a bit of a bad day with the laptop,
I went through the routine of cleaning the laptop today,

1. Took all screws
2. Lifted the thermal cooler - (Somehow the CPU came attached to the cooler)
3. Cleaned the paste
4. Checked CPU for any damages
5. Placed CPU back in again
6. Applied Thermal paste
7. Put it all back together

Now what I'm facing is clicking the power button, the screen doesn't display anything, then after maybe 1 to 2 minutes the fans start going at full speed for maybe 30 to 50 seconds and then the laptop shuts down.

Do you think the CPU is gone since it came stuck to the cooling pad when I pulled it off ?

 

[FerrariVie]

Hey @SpyderTracks

I'm currently having a bit of a bad day with the laptop,
I went through the routine of cleaning the laptop today,

1. Took all screws
2. Lifted the thermal cooler - (Somehow the CPU came attached to the cooler)
3. Cleaned the paste
4. Checked CPU for any damages
5. Placed CPU back in again
6. Applied Thermal paste
7. Put it all back together

Now what I'm facing is clicking the power button, the screen doesn't display anything, then after maybe 1 to 2 minutes the fans start going at full speed for maybe 30 to 50 seconds and then the laptop shuts down.

Do you think the CPU is gone since it came stuck to the cooling pad when I pulled it off ?

It's possible that something was damaged, but could be hard to tell. You can check if all the pins are still on the CPU (and not stuck on the MB slot) and if they're not bent.

Every time that you need to remove the heatsink, it's advisable to:

1. Turn your laptop on for a few minutes (even in idle), as the temperature will make the thermal paste to undry. When it's off (cold), it usually dries up and makes it hard to remove. But also be careful to not heat it too much, or the heatsink can burn your hands during manipulation
2. Do not force the heatsink. If it's not coming out when lightly pulling, then something is wrong. You can gently twist it left and right, but never push too much.