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Changes to CPU clock settings are not effective.

Changes to CPU clock settings are not effective.

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Creeperman3
Senior Member
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11-15-2016, 02:00 AM
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Hello, I'm using an i5 6500 on a Z170-A PRO MSI motherboard. I've been attempting to overclock it but my speed adjustments aren't working. Please let me know if you need more details later. CPU-Z
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Creeperman3
11-15-2016, 02:00 AM #1

Hello, I'm using an i5 6500 on a Z170-A PRO MSI motherboard. I've been attempting to overclock it but my speed adjustments aren't working. Please let me know if you need more details later. CPU-Z

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Mearrx
Junior Member
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11-17-2016, 02:04 AM
#2
6500 isn't a CPU that can be overclocked; you'd need a 6600k to achieve that. Any Intel chip with a K at the end works for overclocking, while others aren't suitable for regular desktop use.
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Mearrx
11-17-2016, 02:04 AM #2

6500 isn't a CPU that can be overclocked; you'd need a 6600k to achieve that. Any Intel chip with a K at the end works for overclocking, while others aren't suitable for regular desktop use.

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XxGrenidierXx
Posting Freak
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11-18-2016, 08:48 PM
#3
The 6th generation non-K CPUs might achieve BCLK overclocking using the appropriate BIOS release. Earlier BIOS iterations prevented this capability. https://www.techspot.com/review/1108-int...rclocking/ A collection of BIOS versions for MSI boards, such as the Z170-A Pro, is available. https://play3r.net/news/overclock/overcl...-inside/6/
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XxGrenidierXx
11-18-2016, 08:48 PM #3

The 6th generation non-K CPUs might achieve BCLK overclocking using the appropriate BIOS release. Earlier BIOS iterations prevented this capability. https://www.techspot.com/review/1108-int...rclocking/ A collection of BIOS versions for MSI boards, such as the Z170-A Pro, is available. https://play3r.net/news/overclock/overcl...-inside/6/

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iron_pip
Member
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11-19-2016, 03:30 AM
#4
CPU is secured, overclocking isn't an option. It can boost up to 3.6 GHz, but you won't reach much beyond that—perhaps a few tens of MHz extra by adjusting the BCLK, as suggested by @unclewebb.
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iron_pip
11-19-2016, 03:30 AM #4

CPU is secured, overclocking isn't an option. It can boost up to 3.6 GHz, but you won't reach much beyond that—perhaps a few tens of MHz extra by adjusting the BCLK, as suggested by @unclewebb.

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TotO_Gaming_
Member
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11-19-2016, 08:08 AM
#5
After the BIOS update, BCLK overclocking was restricted to 2%. In the previous BIOS version, you could boost BCLK by up to 50% or more on non-K CPUs. It was exciting back then before Intel stopped the trend.
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TotO_Gaming_
11-19-2016, 08:08 AM #5

After the BIOS update, BCLK overclocking was restricted to 2%. In the previous BIOS version, you could boost BCLK by up to 50% or more on non-K CPUs. It was exciting back then before Intel stopped the trend.

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NinatoPvP
Posting Freak
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11-19-2016, 03:53 PM
#6
You're welcome. It seems your bootable drive is recognized, but the file isn't showing up. Check if the installation media was inserted correctly and try restarting your system. If issues persist, verify the file path or contact support for further assistance.
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NinatoPvP
11-19-2016, 03:53 PM #6

You're welcome. It seems your bootable drive is recognized, but the file isn't showing up. Check if the installation media was inserted correctly and try restarting your system. If issues persist, verify the file path or contact support for further assistance.

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EmmaForLife
Member
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11-25-2016, 03:26 AM
#7
Only the BCLK can be adjusted, you won't be able to make any changes even after a BIOS update
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EmmaForLife
11-25-2016, 03:26 AM #7

Only the BCLK can be adjusted, you won't be able to make any changes even after a BIOS update

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Nik_Vince
Member
137
11-27-2016, 02:05 AM
#8
I understand, but that's sufficient.
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Nik_Vince
11-27-2016, 02:05 AM #8

I understand, but that's sufficient.

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Rayack
Senior Member
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12-05-2016, 12:19 AM
#9
That is not a driver. It is a BIOS file. I am not familiar with your MSI motherboard. On my Asus board, you would need to copy that file to a USB drive, boot up and go into the BIOS and then there is an option there to flash this BIOS onto your computer. The name of the BIOS file is, E7971IMS.17T If you have never flashed your BIOS before, this might not be for you. Here are the instructions from your manual.
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Rayack
12-05-2016, 12:19 AM #9

That is not a driver. It is a BIOS file. I am not familiar with your MSI motherboard. On my Asus board, you would need to copy that file to a USB drive, boot up and go into the BIOS and then there is an option there to flash this BIOS onto your computer. The name of the BIOS file is, E7971IMS.17T If you have never flashed your BIOS before, this might not be for you. Here are the instructions from your manual.