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4870 question

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Processor 2500k
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Memory 8gigs ddr 1600
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Storage sata II 500 gig
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Keyboard Logitech G15
Software Win 7 home premium 64 bit.
Hey guys! Just got and installed my new Palit 4870 toxic and loving it so far. My question is this..... When I installed it on my cheapy mobo, it is practically on top of my xfi sound card. I cant go any further down with the sound card. So the vid card is literally 1/8" off my sound card. Now these cards dont vent out the back if I'm not mistaken. So I have 2 fans blowing nice hot air right on top of my xfi!! And it is prolly blowing it all back up into the vid card as well. I do have pretty good ventilation in my box and my card doesnt seem to get any hotter than 65degrees or so. Funny I thought these buggers ran hot? Anyhoo, anyone seeing anything wrong with this setup or possible future problems? My 8800gt was close to the xfi but this is like 1/2inch thicker! any suggestions would be appreciated.

cheers!

Also should I just use the lates 8.8 ati drivers?
 
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