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11-18-2023, 11:37 PM
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I was reviewing some older Core 2 Quad models for overclocking purposes. While comparing chips like the Q9400 and Q9450, I realized the main distinction lies in cache size. I wondered if it's feasible to reactivate the cache on a Q9400 that would normally have half its cache disabled—even if the silicon itself differs. The thought is worth exploring, though it seems unlikely unless the hardware supports such a configuration.
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11-18-2023, 11:37 PM #1

I was reviewing some older Core 2 Quad models for overclocking purposes. While comparing chips like the Q9400 and Q9450, I realized the main distinction lies in cache size. I wondered if it's feasible to reactivate the cache on a Q9400 that would normally have half its cache disabled—even if the silicon itself differs. The thought is worth exploring, though it seems unlikely unless the hardware supports such a configuration.

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11-19-2023, 04:40 AM
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I believe the era when CPUs could be physically unlocked was long gone, around Core 2 architecture. I also haven’t come across any mention of software unlocking methods.
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11-19-2023, 04:40 AM #2

I believe the era when CPUs could be physically unlocked was long gone, around Core 2 architecture. I also haven’t come across any mention of software unlocking methods.

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