Freeze before starting Windows on systems with increased power levels.
Freeze before starting Windows on systems with increased power levels.
Hi, I've been attempting to overclock my CPU to 5.0Ghz, but whenever I set a voltage higher than 1.35 in BIOS, the system freezes and turns yellow before booting. Initially, I suspected the missing 4-pin ATX connector in my motherboard, but after using a converter, the issue persisted despite adjusting the voltage. What might be causing this?
Take a glance at this link: http://www.overclock.net/t/1227240/amd-f...s-too-much
Hi,
You're asking why you need a converter? It seems your motherboard supports 8 pin connections, which is typical for high-end boards. Converters aren't reliable and shouldn't be relied upon—they're not the best solution. Ideally, I'd consider getting a new motherboard.
Hi,
I'm wondering why you need a converter. It seems your motherboard supports an 8-pin setup, which is typical for high-end models. Converters aren't reliable and aren't really the best solution. Ideally, I'd consider replacing the board. As advertised, the board includes both an 8-pin and a 4-pin for additional overclocking voltage, isn't this information correct? Still, I've noticed other systems using this motherboard that successfully run at higher voltages without issues, so a new board isn't necessary. Thanks.
I haven't come across that information before. I usually see 4+4 pin configurations, but on a high-end board like this, it's likely an 8 pin setup. How much power does the CPU consume after it's been overclocked? The board only supports CPUs up to 140 watts.
Enter the BIOS or use CPU-Z, check the CPU section.
Just because others have done it doesn't mean you should.
Overclocking CPUs is like a lottery—you might get a good improvement, but you could fail to achieve any OC at all.
I recommend reducing the voltage and clockspeed (for example, 1.28 volts for 4.7GHZ)
or increasing the voltage (1.4v), or lowering just the clockspeed (4.7 or 4.6).
Alex Kensit
Go into the BIOS or use CPU-Z, check the CPU section. Just because others have done it doesn’t mean you should either. Overclocking CPUs is similar to a lottery—you might get a good boost, but you could fail entirely. I recommend reducing voltage and clock speed (for example, 1.28 volts at 4.7GHZ) or lowering the clock speed only (4.7 or 4.6). Alex Kensit shares his experience running at 4.4GHz with 1.35V; higher frequencies cause instability due to insufficient voltage. Also, higher voltages can freeze the system before the operating system loads, which is what I’m trying to understand. I don’t trust that three other systems can do it, so I want to know what’s wrong.
Seems like you're still getting started with overclocking. Check out this article: http://www.gamespot.com/articles/overclo...0-6421190/. Many of you will agree what I did. When setting up my PC, I initially planned to install a Pentium G3258. For the price, it was one of the top choices, reaching 4.7GHZ. But not everyone could achieve that. CPUs vary, so just trust me. If you can't push it beyond 4.4GHZ, it's probably not worth it. It looks like a weak chip—just don't try to send it back unless you're certain.
Alexkensit:
Seems like someone new to overclocking. Check out this article: http://www.gamespot.com/articles/overclo...0-6421190/. Most folks here agree what I did when setting up my PC. I initially planned to install a Pentium G3258, which was one of the top choices for overclocking, reaching around 4.7GHZ. But not everyone had the same luck. Every CPU behaves differently. Just trust me—if you can't push it beyond 4.4GHZ, maybe it's not worth it. It looks like a weak chip, though I'm not suggesting sending it back, just that it might not handle overclocking well for your specific model.
I'm not sure this article was meant to help with my voltage issue, but thanks for sharing. Either way, if you're saying without doubt—even without proof—that my CPU is broken, I'll have to rely on your advice or look elsewhere.