Bent DIMM due to CM Hyper 212 EVO at CPU ring frequency and RAM overclocking
Bent DIMM due to CM Hyper 212 EVO at CPU ring frequency and RAM overclocking
Here are the details from my recent build at the end of August 2015 and the end of June last year for my GTX 1070:
The processor is an i7 4790k @ 4.6GHz Turbo W with CM Hyper 212 EVO.
I used an MSI Z97 Gaming 5 Mobo, 32GB DDR3 1600 G.Skill Ripjaws X Series RAM, a GeForce GTX 1070 Gaming 8G Core @ 2.01GHz Memory @ 8.1GHz, a Samsung 850 EVO 250GB, a Crucial MX100 256GB SSD, a Seagate 2TB SSHD, a WD 1TB Black WD1001FALS HD, an LG Blu-Ray Burner WH16NS40, a Corsair HX850 850 Watt Modular PSU, and Windows 10 Home x64.
My system runs HP Pavilion 27xi at 1080p, with a Cooler Master HAF 912, Corsair STRAFE RGB (Brown Switches), and a Logitech G502 Proteus Mouse.
I have customized my CPU to 4.6GHz, but previously adjusted the ring frequency or cache frequency using Intel Extreme Tuning Utility until stability was achieved. After stabilization, I considered switching to UEFI. My main concern is avoiding early CPU failure. Is O/Cing the cache and ring frequency really beneficial? More questions follow.
Currently, RAM is set to XMS in UEFI. Should I keep it as is or try further tuning with the Try it button?
My RAM settings are 32GB DDR3 1600 G.Skill Ripjaws X Series, default timing 9-9-9-24 and CAS Latency 9. Should I lower timing to 8 or increase DDR3 speed? My priority is stability, reliability, and longevity over raw performance.
I recently installed a new HSF, the CM Hyper 212 EVO. It occupies the first DIMM slot, which fits despite all slots being full. The DIMM is fully seated with no errors, though it’s slightly bent against the heatsink. If I had known earlier, I might have chosen lower-profile RAM in 2015. My worry is whether this could affect the RAM or slot integrity. Adjusting the fan by about half an inch (12.7mm) might resolve the fit issue but could increase temperature. Would it be better to leave it as is or raise the fan?
Since everything has run smoothly, I’m uncertain but considering long-term effects, I’d appreciate some advice from others. Thank you in advance!
Adjusting the fan position slightly won't change the cooling effect. You can also reverse it and use a pull configuration. Consider purchasing a newer cooler that accommodates the first RAM slot. The 212 EVO performed well initially, but its performance has declined over time. Explore the Cryorig line for alternatives.
Adjusting the fan position slightly won't change the cooling effect. You can also reverse it and use a pull configuration. Consider purchasing a newer cooler that accommodates the first RAM slot. The 212 EVO performed well initially, but its performance has declined over time. Explore the Cryorig line for alternatives.