k8temp is a temperature monitoring software designed specifically for FreeBSD and supports AMD K8 processors. It ensures that the CPU temperature remains within safe levels and keeps the system running smoothly.
If you're a FreeBSD user and an owner of an AMD K8 processor, k8temp might be just the right utility for you! This temperature monitor for AMD K8 processors is now easily available in the FreeBSD ports system under sysutils/k8temp.
With k8temp, you can easily keep tabs on temperature readings from your AMD K8 processors, utilizing their on-die thermal diode(s) for accurate readings. It's important to note that k8temp must be run as root since it requires read-write access to /dev/pci.
In the latest release of k8temp, you'll find support for preliminary AMD K10, as well as compatibility with all Barcelona and Phenom CPUs. While the new release has yet to undergo thorough testing to adjust reported temperatures to realistic values, it's still a valuable tool for FreeBSD users in need of monitoring their AMD K8 temperatures.
With k8temp, you can easily keep tabs on temperature readings from your AMD K8 processors, utilizing their on-die thermal diode(s) for accurate readings. It's important to note that k8temp must be run as root since it requires read-write access to /dev/pci.
In the latest release of k8temp, you'll find support for preliminary AMD K10, as well as compatibility with all Barcelona and Phenom CPUs. While the new release has yet to undergo thorough testing to adjust reported temperatures to realistic values, it's still a valuable tool for FreeBSD users in need of monitoring their AMD K8 temperatures.
What's New
Version 0.4.0: N/A