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Go Blue · 07-25-2007, 06:59 PM

What is the point of folding?

CptGreedle · 07-25-2007, 07:03 PM

It's just something to do for fun.
You get no "credit" but it helps a big university process lots of data to "fold" protein simulations. I am sure someone on here will explain more, if not I think there is a sticky/thread.
Speaking of which, i finally got on the list! CptGreedle is there now!

Oh, and my PS3 makes no noise at all, well hardly any. In fact my DVR cable box makes more noise.

elwaylite · 07-25-2007, 07:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by schultz

What is the point of folding?

Hopefully, by sharing our cpu's power with Stanford and folding proteins, we can help them to find cures for serious illness's.

Go Blue · 07-25-2007, 07:18 PM

Does folding make the system run hotter or faster?

elwaylite · 07-25-2007, 07:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by schultz

Does folding make the system run hotter or faster?

Not sure, its pretty cpu intensive.

jon s · 07-25-2007, 07:33 PM

from what i understand, the 80GB PS3 uses a 65nm processor, which is supposedly smaller than the first generation units. the newer smaller processor runs cooler so shud be less stressful thereby reducing the fan noise. the 65nm processor was out since March or May so some later 60GB units might have them too, but not certain of it.

Go Blue · 07-25-2007, 07:40 PM

I have a replacement plan on mine, so do you think I should replace it for a newer one, which I did about a month ago?

BIGSAPOTEER · 07-25-2007, 07:57 PM

Does everyone with a "loud" fan have sucky-ass speakers that they can hear the fan over their speakers? Come on people if you can hear the PS3's fan over your speakers, I think its time to upgrade your 10w spearkers. Are these 3" paper made spearkers? Whats next? My PS3 gets hotter than my freezer?

Go Blue · 07-25-2007, 08:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BIGSAPOTEER

Does everyone with a "loud" fan have sucky-ass speakers that they can hear the fan over their speakers? Come on people if you can hear the PS3's fan over your speakers, I think its time to upgrade your 10w spearkers. Are these 3" paper made spearkers? Whats next? My PS3 gets hotter than my freezer?

Actually, I have a very good set of 5.1 speakers (not a HTIB) with a very good receiver, but in quiet scenes where there is only dialogue, the PS3 is very loud when it kicks into it's 3rd fan speed. All I am saying is that this didn't happen before the upscaling FW update.

BIGSAPOTEER · 07-25-2007, 11:37 PM

Wah, my fan is loud. Are you seating 2 inches away from your PS3 that you can actually hear it over "quiet scenes". I agree with you you guys that it has gotten a bit more "unsilent" with the recent update, but come on. Throw a pillow over your PS3 and it will be quiet.

Blackraven · 07-26-2007, 11:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BIGSAPOTEER

Wah, my fan is loud. Are you seating 2 inches away from your PS3 that you can actually hear it over "quiet scenes". I agree with you you guys that it has gotten a bit more "unsilent" with the recent update, but come on. Throw a pillow over your PS3 and it will be quiet.

You can't blame them though if they are sensitive to the noise coming from the PS3 fan (for those who have 90nm units).

This probably the best reason why I chose not to be an early adopter hehe :P

elwaylite · 07-26-2007, 12:55 PM

I watched the guys you tube vids that had a loud fan. That noise was abnormal and Id almost say they have faulty fans.

Go Blue · 07-26-2007, 03:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Blackraven

You can't blame them though if they are sensitive to the noise coming from the PS3 fan (for those who have 90nm units).

This probably the best reason why I chose not to be an early adopter hehe :P

How can you tell if you have a 90nm unit or a 65nm unit?

actionhank · 07-26-2007, 09:35 PM

I modded my ps3 by attaching a Ford F-350 radiator and fan to it. It doesn't get hot at all now... amazingly

I should remember to replace the water with anti-freeze for the winter though

Blackraven · 07-27-2007, 10:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by schultz

How can you tell if you have a 90nm unit or a 65nm unit?

You can tell from the model number at the back of your PS3 unit.

The guys though from Beyond3D have said that models manufactured starting May 2007 already have a 65nm version of those parts and these were first seen in the 80 GB PS3 units sold in Korea.

The smaller die-shrink does make the difference

Go Blue · 07-27-2007, 02:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Blackraven

You can tell from the model number at the back of your PS3 unit.

The guys though from Beyond3D have said that models manufactured starting May 2007 already have a 65nm version of those parts and these were first seen in the 80 GB PS3 units sold in Korea.

The smaller die-shrink does make the difference

What model #'s fall into the new 65nm range?

haushausman · 07-27-2007, 02:57 PM

I got my PS3 back in October... prob one of the first batches to hit the US. My fan is very quite and never bothers me really. I also sit about 10 to 12 feet away...

mgonzo2u · 07-27-2007, 05:59 PM

First post....I'm hoping this forum can be of some assistance to me on this hot (yet, pun intended) topic.

I just picked up a 60GB PS3 last Sunday from Target (So Cal, USA).

The system updated itself upon first use with the recently released 1.90 fw.

My PS3 fan noise is very annoying (obnoxious is the term my wife used) only after being on for less than 10-15 minutes.

Also, I have a very capable high value 5.1 HT system that I don't always want/need to use, so please save the childish responses headed in that direction.

In short, do you suggest I take it back to try another unit or is the loud fan noise an issue of the firmware updates making it work harder? Either way, the fan noise is unacceptable.

Please advise with your understanding of this recent debate as I intend to resolve this issue in short order by returning this unit for another one. I will return the replacement for a full refund if it has the same problem.

There is no need in my entertainment system for a unit that degrades the movie and gaming experience.

Settling is not an option.

Pilam69 · 07-27-2007, 06:31 PM

So I can't really understand what the problem is I guess. But I can suggest the following troubleshooting moves.

1) move the PS3 away from the other electronics that you have. I purchased a vertical base for mine so I can sit it on my carpeted floor off to the side of my entertainment system. This allows it to "breathe" easier.

2) be sure that you aren't blocking some of the cooling ports with objects/furniture/other components.

3) lower the room temperature (I know this is a bit unrealistic for some). If you can stand to lower your a/c by a degree or two that may make a huge difference. These tv's and recievers and everything else make a lot of heat and this has to be blown around to cool off the PS3. If the air is cooler the fans don't have to blow as much.

If this doesn't work or you've already done it then I guess you are hosed on this one. Sorry to say it. I am really glad I don't have this problem. mine was also one of the first versions of the system and I'm not sure if they have changed the fans in there since, maybe they are cutting costs?

Good luck.

mgonzo2u · 07-27-2007, 07:03 PM

Thank you for your feedback.

Unfortunately none of your suggestions are relevant in my situation.

The PS3 sits flat on a glass bottom, open air Sony entertainment center/TV stand (made for my Sony KDF-55XS955 HDTV) without any other electronics to the left of it and a center speaker about 6-8" on the right side of it.

A big sliding glass door that is about 2.5 ft from the back of the PS3 has been open every time this PS3 has been used. Thus, there is plenty of air flow which even with the glass door closed, there is plenty of room for air circulation near this unit.

The PS3 couldn't be better placed by a design team.

As for being hosed, not necessarily. Its only been in my hands for 5 days and I have a receipt for return purposes.

Inconvenienced yes, hosed no.

Thanks again.

07-26-2007, 09:35 PM	#54
actionhank Senior Member Member since:Jun 2007 Location:Las Vegas, Nevada	super cooling I modded my ps3 by attaching a Ford F-350 radiator and fan to it. It doesn't get hot at all now... amazingly I should remember to replace the water with anti-freeze for the winter though

07-27-2007, 05:59 PM	#58
mgonzo2u Expert Member Member since:Jul 2007 Location:O.C. KOOK FOR LIFE Blu-ray collection:112	First post....I'm hoping this forum can be of some assistance to me on this hot (yet, pun intended) topic. I just picked up a 60GB PS3 last Sunday from Target (So Cal, USA). The system updated itself upon first use with the recently released 1.90 fw. My PS3 fan noise is very annoying (obnoxious is the term my wife used) only after being on for less than 10-15 minutes. Also, I have a very capable high value 5.1 HT system that I don't always want/need to use, so please save the childish responses headed in that direction. In short, do you suggest I take it back to try another unit or is the loud fan noise an issue of the firmware updates making it work harder? Either way, the fan noise is unacceptable. Please advise with your understanding of this recent debate as I intend to resolve this issue in short order by returning this unit for another one. I will return the replacement for a full refund if it has the same problem. There is no need in my entertainment system for a unit that degrades the movie and gaming experience. Settling is not an option. Last edited by mgonzo2u; 07-27-2007 at 06:04 PM. Reason: Additional details added

07-27-2007, 06:31 PM	#59
Pilam69 Senior Member Member since:Apr 2007 Blu-ray collection:126	I don't have this issue So I can't really understand what the problem is I guess. But I can suggest the following troubleshooting moves. 1) move the PS3 away from the other electronics that you have. I purchased a vertical base for mine so I can sit it on my carpeted floor off to the side of my entertainment system. This allows it to "breathe" easier. 2) be sure that you aren't blocking some of the cooling ports with objects/furniture/other components. 3) lower the room temperature (I know this is a bit unrealistic for some). If you can stand to lower your a/c by a degree or two that may make a huge difference. These tv's and recievers and everything else make a lot of heat and this has to be blown around to cool off the PS3. If the air is cooler the fans don't have to blow as much. If this doesn't work or you've already done it then I guess you are hosed on this one. Sorry to say it. I am really glad I don't have this problem. mine was also one of the first versions of the system and I'm not sure if they have changed the fans in there since, maybe they are cutting costs? Good luck.

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07-25-2007, 06:59 PM	#41
Go Blue Blu-ray Knight Top ranked HT gallery Member since:Jul 2007 Home Theater Gallery:23 Blu-ray collection:160 Trading Score:7	What is the point of folding?

07-25-2007, 07:03 PM	#42
CptGreedle Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Jul 2007 Location:Sworn super-hero now services Atlanta (and suburbs). Blu-ray collection:128 Blu-ray reviews:5	It's just something to do for fun. You get no "credit" but it helps a big university process lots of data to "fold" protein simulations. I am sure someone on here will explain more, if not I think there is a sticky/thread. Speaking of which, i finally got on the list! CptGreedle is there now! Oh, and my PS3 makes no noise at all, well hardly any. In fact my DVR cable box makes more noise.

07-25-2007, 07:18 PM	#44
Go Blue Blu-ray Knight Top ranked HT gallery Member since:Jul 2007 Home Theater Gallery:23 Blu-ray collection:160 Trading Score:7	Does folding make the system run hotter or faster?

07-25-2007, 07:33 PM	#46
jon s Active Member Member since:May 2007 Blu-ray reviews:3	from what i understand, the 80GB PS3 uses a 65nm processor, which is supposedly smaller than the first generation units. the newer smaller processor runs cooler so shud be less stressful thereby reducing the fan noise. the 65nm processor was out since March or May so some later 60GB units might have them too, but not certain of it.

07-25-2007, 07:40 PM	#47
Go Blue Blu-ray Knight Top ranked HT gallery Member since:Jul 2007 Home Theater Gallery:23 Blu-ray collection:160 Trading Score:7	I have a replacement plan on mine, so do you think I should replace it for a newer one, which I did about a month ago?

07-25-2007, 07:57 PM	#48
BIGSAPOTEER Active Member Member since:Oct 2006	Does everyone with a "loud" fan have sucky-ass speakers that they can hear the fan over their speakers? Come on people if you can hear the PS3's fan over your speakers, I think its time to upgrade your 10w spearkers. Are these 3" paper made spearkers? Whats next? My PS3 gets hotter than my freezer?

07-25-2007, 11:37 PM	#50
BIGSAPOTEER Active Member Member since:Oct 2006	Wah, my fan is loud. Are you seating 2 inches away from your PS3 that you can actually hear it over "quiet scenes". I agree with you you guys that it has gotten a bit more "unsilent" with the recent update, but come on. Throw a pillow over your PS3 and it will be quiet.

07-26-2007, 12:55 PM	#52
elwaylite Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Mar 2007	I watched the guys you tube vids that had a loud fan. That noise was abnormal and Id almost say they have faulty fans.

07-27-2007, 02:57 PM	#57
haushausman Special Member Member since:Jan 2007 Location:Chicago Home Theater Gallery:12 Blu-ray collection:343 Blu-ray reviews: 5	I got my PS3 back in October... prob one of the first batches to hit the US. My fan is very quite and never bothers me really. I also sit about 10 to 12 feet away...

07-27-2007, 07:03 PM	#60
mgonzo2u Expert Member Member since:Jul 2007 Location:O.C. KOOK FOR LIFE Blu-ray collection:112	Thank you for your feedback. Unfortunately none of your suggestions are relevant in my situation. The PS3 sits flat on a glass bottom, open air Sony entertainment center/TV stand (made for my Sony KDF-55XS955 HDTV) without any other electronics to the left of it and a center speaker about 6-8" on the right side of it. A big sliding glass door that is about 2.5 ft from the back of the PS3 has been open every time this PS3 has been used. Thus, there is plenty of air flow which even with the glass door closed, there is plenty of room for air circulation near this unit. The PS3 couldn't be better placed by a design team. As for being hosed, not necessarily. Its only been in my hands for 5 days and I have a receipt for return purposes. Inconvenienced yes, hosed no. Thanks again.

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