Graphics AMD 7970 running really hot?

Hey chaps

My 7970 is running with the fans fully on, and is too hot to touch. I'm just sitting here browsing the net and working (programming) so not doing anything too intense.

Should I change the thermal paste and hope that sorts it, or could it be something more severe?

I've updated drivers etc.

-al

 

What are the temps?

What card is it also?

 

what temps is it showing?

Has it ever been taken apart before?

 

I dont know about the temps - how do I find out? It's not overclocked or anything - this machine is just a bog standard PC.

The card has never been apart.

Fans are bloody loud and its annoying. Only started being loud about 2 or 3 days ago.

 

OK, downloaded a thingy with the temp.. 99% gpu usage?? I am literally doing nothing with it.

 

Mining virus?

 

Doing a scan now =)

 

It sure does look like you've got a mining virus.

 

Spot on guys, thanks for the tip

Wonder what caused that? Ho hum.

 

The virus was using your card to mine for crypto currency. They were making money off of you. Glad you've got it resolved though.

 

I was just about to suggest a mining virus but i see the Bit Tech community is already up to speed, good work all.