Just got P5 this afternoon and trying it out I noticed that it really pushes the CPU and pushes up the core temperature. I am using an internal core temp monitor (MBM 5) on an XP2000 CPU with 1.5 gigs of EEC Registered DDR Ram, OS Win 2k Pro.

Poser 4 also pushes the temperature of the core up by 2-3 degrees Celsius above any other graphics/modelling programs I use. P5 (just on a few trials with the Judy figure and changing poses) pushes the core temp between 1 to 2 degrees (Celsius) further than P4.

So, to those that are ALREADY near the temperature operating limits of their AMD systems - be careful - you don't want to damage or burn out your CPU, use a good core temp monitor. Some P5 instabilities being experienced by some users could be related to over-hot CPU's.

Use more internal fans, close down non-essential processes and the best tip of all open an outside window or door and watch the temp drop. Computers like cold - so instead wear gloves and sweaters and enjoy the fresh air! ;o)

This is not meant to be alarmist or scare-mongering, anyone using AMD CPUs (which are fantastic for graphics and 3D) should be aware of the temperature issues of these chips. I can't speak for Intels, perhaps someone else will.

Regards
STORM