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2013/08/28 20:10:58 (permalink)
I recently updated drivers, precision X, and to Windows 8 from Windows 7.  
I noticed that my GPU and Memory clock now stay constant in Precision X.  Before they would slow down at idle and my temps would drop faster as well.  Is there a setting I'm missing?  I'm using 326.80 with a GTX560.  Memory and GPU stay pegged at 2052 and 850 respectively.  My idle temp is around 44C whereas it used to be 23-27C.  Under load in BF3 I'm getting up to 62-64C.  
 
Hopefully it's just a setting I'm missing in Precision X, the bios, or Win 8.  
 
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Tim
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    Solar Trans
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    Re:Memory/GPU clock not slowing down at idle 2013/08/28 20:47:01 (permalink)
    Is this with any programs open at all? Also, what are your full system specs?
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    Re:Memory/GPU clock not slowing down at idle 2013/08/28 21:06:58 (permalink)
    nothing running at all.  Windows sitting idle.  
     
    gigabyte mother board, socket 1155, core i5 2500, EVGA GTX560.  Kingston SSD.  
     
    i only use the system for gaming, so it is pretty minimal.  8 GB of 1333 Corsair RAM.  
     
    Could it be the lastest NVIDIA driver?  
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    Re:Memory/GPU clock not slowing down at idle 2013/08/28 22:21:08 (permalink)
    I have this problem as well. For me though it happens on and off and I don't really notice it unless I look at gpu-z. I suspect it may be spyware running processes, but Idk. also in windows 8 maintenance takes place which could cause it also background virus scans. I don't really think it is an issue.
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    Re:Memory/GPU clock not slowing down at idle 2013/08/29 22:45:17 (permalink)
    if you have multiple monitors, nvidia 400/500 cards won't downclock themselves when idle
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    Re:Memory/GPU clock not slowing down at idle 2013/08/30 07:17:46 (permalink)
    serious? I have the same problem with 2 monitor. I will test and report here 
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    Re:Memory/GPU clock not slowing down at idle 2013/08/30 11:00:42 (permalink)
    Have you tried a 2D profile to force the down clock?

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    Re:Memory/GPU clock not slowing down at idle 2013/08/30 14:56:39 (permalink)
    Open your Task Manager and make sure you have no open browsers running.  New browsers now use the GPU for accelerated graphics which could have your GPU in a 3D state.  Open PrecX and click on the " i ".  Look near the bottom of the pop out box for "Active 3D processes".  If you have anything listed there besides PrecX, that is most likely what's keeping your GPU in a 3D clock state.
    Also, look in your NVCPL in the "Manage 3D Settings" >> "Global Settings" >> "Power Management Mode".  Make it's set to "Adaptive".
     



     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
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    Re:Memory/GPU clock not slowing down at idle 2013/08/30 16:02:11 (permalink)
    Xilarating

    if you have multiple monitors, nvidia 400/500 cards won't downclock themselves when idle

     
     
    Thanks Kilarating, it work for me 
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    Re:Memory/GPU clock not slowing down at idle 2015/06/27 06:45:25 (permalink)
    I am having this problem as well. I have an overkill rig and with just system startup running only windows and utilities my clock speed is at full blast. I called EVGA and the guy was like.... completely uninstall the 980 and reinstall it. So I did, and it worked, until system restart. Please help.
     
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    Intel i7 5930K
    EVGA GTX 980 Superclocked with ACX cooler
    A couple of intel SSDs for OS and Software
    WD BLACK 1TB for storage
    NZXT KRAKEN x61 Liquid Cool
    CAM
    Precision X
    Corsair Utility for mouse and keyboard
    Windows 7 64
     
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    Re:Memory/GPU clock not slowing down at idle 2015/06/27 12:51:31 (permalink)
    bsb4303
    I am having this problem as well. I have an overkill rig and with just system startup running only windows and utilities my clock speed is at full blast. I called EVGA and the guy was like.... completely uninstall the 980 and reinstall it. So I did, and it worked, until system restart. Please help.
     
    System
    MSI GAMING 7
    Intel i7 5930K
    EVGA GTX 980 Superclocked with ACX cooler
    A couple of intel SSDs for OS and Software
    WD BLACK 1TB for storage
    NZXT KRAKEN x61 Liquid Cool
    CAM
    Precision X
    Corsair Utility for mouse and keyboard
    Windows 7 64
     


    Here are the top causes of why a GPU would run at full clocks at idle...
     
    #1 You're running multiple monitors. Fix: Enable mutil display power saver using nvidia inspector.
    #2 Your machine has a virus. Fix: Scan computer using malwarebytes.
    #3 One or more programs running in the background are using your GPU. Fix: Perform a clean boot of windows.
    #4 Power management mode inside the nvidia control panel is set to prefer maximum performance. Fix: Set power management mode to adaptive then reboot your computer.
    #5 Running a resolution of 2560x1440 @ 144Hz. Fix: Change refresh rate to 120Hz.
    #6 K-Boost is enabled inside Precision X. Fix: Disable K-Boost.
    #7 Shadowplay is enabled inside geforce experience. Fix: Disable shadowplay inside geforce experience OR completely uninstall geforce experience from your machine (highly recommended)


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