High CPU usage, load average and system temperature

[Sudhir Khanger]

On Monday, August 25, 2014 11:37:08 AM jd1008 wrote:
> Only thing I can suggest is to disable the Intel graphics
> and re-enable NVidia. This will reduce the cpu overhead
> and heat generation;  and just be sure the Nvidia card's
> fan is at full speed.
>

Well dedicated GPU aren't meant to be run 24x7. Nvidia Optimus switches to 
dedicated GPU under heavy graphic processes. We don't have anything like that 
on Linux. Just turning ON the dedicated GPU would make system temperature rise 
by at least 10C and power consumption also by 5-10W.

> I would also be sure that you have a full complement of
> cabinet fans.

You know I am talking about a laptop. I am not sure if GPUs have fans in 
laptops.

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