Burn in programs?

Hitch Itch

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Im finishing up my first build this morning,
That was easy but,,,
Do people still burn in new rig's?

I found 2 burn in programs, prime95 and some type of sandra program, What should I use and how do I go about it?

Im thinking I need to get my bios setup, update my bios, load vista x64 update vista and all drivers then run a burn in program?

When Im running this burn in program can I do anything on the comp or should I just let it run?

How long do I really need to run the burn in program?

Lastly, my build is a I7-920, asus P6t deluxe mobo, wd 650 gig black edition hd, ocz platinum 6 gig and windows Vista x64

hope vista 64 good, didnt know if x32 or x64

ken
 

mpilchfamily

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There is no need to do a burn in. You can if you want but there is no real need for it. Its helpful if you plan to OC the system. The you run one of those programs to make sure the system is stable with the new OC.

If you do run it get everything installled, run the program and leave the system alone for a while.
 

Gustavus

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I overclock the machines I build to the limit -- and the only way to really know you have reached the limit is to run a burnin/torture test. I do not consider a machine stable until it can run Prime95 overnight without errors. Of course you want to monitor temperatures during that time with something like SpeedFan or Motherboard monitor. SiSoft Sandra has a burnin routine but in my experience it doesn't tax the system as much as Prime95 -- and therefore is less able to tell when you are on the edge. Another satisfying -- and useful -- burnin routine is Passmark's BurnIn Test (currently version 6) It tests everything in the computer so you have to have a floopy in the floppy drive (if you still have such a thing) CD's in all of the CD drives etc. I just ran it on a new build and let it go through 15 billion arthimetic calculations and lesser numbers of data transfers etc. It exercises the graphics and sound systems which most burnin tests do not.

Bottom line, burnin tests are important if you are pushing the boundary for a machine and reassuring even if you are not.