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So, another update. My last idea was to do a fresh install using HP's Cloud Recovery service. Using the service I created a bootable USB with the HP drivers and a 2018 version of Windows 10. I made sure during the update that the AMD graphics driver was not updated. It installed a 2019 version...

Ok, an update: I'm still waiting for the thermal paste to arrive so I haven't tried that. I received a 16GB ram kit which I swapped out and the problem changed from black screen reboot to BSOD and more frequently. The PC became unusable. So I have tried the following: I ran Memtest86 with...

The slots are open. Only one SSD drive in. I could open the case but surely by design it should run cooler.

I have connected another small case fan as an exhaust fan at the back (it's the only place I could fit it. It has helped by a few degrees reduction, so not much difference. This is the fan I had at home: https://www.takealot.com/deepcool-xfan-80mm-non-led-case-fan-black/PLID53565950

I haven't replaced the thermal paste. I'll have to order some and try that and let you know. I assume this thermal paste is ok?: https://www.takealot.com/deepcool-z10-high-performance-thermal-paste/PLID72297224 While I wait for that, is there anything else that I should test or try?

Hi All, I have a stock standard HP Elitedesk 705 G3 with an AMD Pro A12 8870 processor (8GB ram and 480GB WD green SSD). It seems to be running excessively high temps at idle. It will also reboot when trying to play basic games (e.g. Minecraft). I am not sure if the high temps are related to...