worrisome temperatures!?

[stockspeedsrule]

Hi all!
I am running an intel d865perl with a 2.4C. I have installed the intel active monitor and every time I played games, temperature on system zone 2 went beyond 50 Centigrade which is the threshold value. So I turned up the threshold value to 60 Centigrade and now, the temperature doesnt go beyond
52-53 C, but am I driving it to the limit? I must add that my room is very hot and that the case is open, an extra fan is mounted on the back of the case just over the keyboard/mouse and usb ports. If it is relevant, I am using a ti 4200 and two sticks of Kingston ddr 333 value ram. So, should I run down the threshold value or is it just fine?
Thanx in advance.

 

[Slammy1]

You're fine at those temps. The max temp of the processor is 74C, and my monitor defaulted to like 65C for threshold. I currently max out 55-56C, but I do have a better HSF on order.

 

[RalfHutter]

I'd say you're just fine. I'm just putting together a D875PBZ + 2.4C rig and am getting temps (using Intel Active Monitor) just like yours while running Prime95 in my 90-95°F room. 51-52°C max. When I run Prime95 in the cool (low 70°F) early mornings Prime95 load temps run 43-44°C.