Question: Checking processor cores?

Hi all,

My question is pretty simple and straightforward, no matter how basic: Is there any way that I can check my dual core processor to make sure both cores are functioning properly? Is it possible? Any information would be much appreciated.

THAANSA3

EDIT: By the way, the misspelled word in the title is a typo. I know that's now how the word is spelled and I can't change it. My bad. Maybe the mods will help me out on this. *fingers crossed*

 

Open task manager, click the performance tab, make sure both cores are being utilized.
Probably a more in depth way of doing it but just to confirm that cores are enabled, this works.

 

Hep,

Thanks for the information. Once again, I've learned something from you. Thank you.

 

The best way to tell if your processor is fine is to run one of those CPU monitoring utilities. I prefer CoreTemp as it works great for checking the temperature of the processor plus how much load each core is handling.

Edit: I agree with Hep! on checking if all the core's register some activity in the Task Manager's performance tab.

 

I must admit that I'm a bit afraid to use this program. I read the README.txt and it says that the program can cause some weird behavior and to 'use at your own risk.' I generally stay away from programs with disclaimers telling me to use it at my own risk.

 

True, there is a risk in running these kinds of applications. I braved it rather foolishly before reading the warnings .

 

I hear you. I don't share your same zeal for adventure, though. Seriously speaking, I'm probably just too cautious when it comes to things like this, but I can't help it.

 

http://www.cpuid.com/hwmonitor.php

 

No problem THAANSA, glad to help.
McGrady - is there something I'm missing? hwmonitor is great but it hardly tells you if all of your cores are being utilized..