having overclock trouble
having overclock trouble
MeanMachine41 shared their experience with Prime95, noting it can quickly push temperatures high without proper cooling. They mention not using it and that it doesn’t test GPU or DIMM subsystems. They recommend downloading the programs as listed in a previous post and clearing CMOS to default before proceeding. Starting with default settings at stock frequency is advised, followed by stability checks before overclocking. Voltage adjustments are crucial for temperature control, and the best approach depends on CPU quality and IMC. They also plan to review stress test results from AIDA64, including temperature and voltage data under load, and take screenshots at the 10-minute mark. The process should be followed carefully to ensure safe overclocking.
MeanMachine41 shared their experience with Prime95, noting it can quickly reach high temperatures without proper cooling. They mention not using it and that it doesn't evaluate sub-systems like the GPU or DIMMs. They recommend downloading the software as described in a prior post and clearing the CMOS to default before proceeding. Starting with default settings at stock frequency is advised, followed by stability checks before making overclocking adjustments. Voltage tweaks are essential for temperature management, and results will help set a baseline for voltage and temperature measurements. Adaptive voltage is preferred for higher overclocks. Each CPU behaves differently based on chip quality and IMC, so careful monitoring is key. They also referenced a stress test video from JaysTwocents and shared a link for further reference.
MeanMachine41 :
It's getting late for me now, so I'm heading to bed. Please have your MB manual with you when we chat next time.
That's reasonable, MM41 (where are you based?). I'll have the screenshots of the aida64 tests (available) prepared if I'm up late in the evening, which is often the case (UK time). The MOBO manual is ready too.
Steedsofwar is late for me now, so I'm heading to bed. Please have your MB manual ready when we chat next time. That's reasonable, MM41—where are you based? I'll send screenshots of the aida64 tests (at stock) if I'm up late this evening (UK time). The MOBO manual is already prepared.
NP steedsofwar, I'm from Australia, so we're ahead of London by nine hours. I'll be here around 9am your time, which is 6pm for me.
MeanMachine41 replied to steedsofwar, mentioning it's late for him and he's going to bed. He suggests having the MB manual ready for their next conversation. He asks about the region of steedsofwar and confirms he'll have screenshots of the aida64 tests available if he stays up late (UK time). He also mentions the MOBO manual is prepared.
MeanMachine41 replied to steedsofwar, sharing that it's late for him and he's going to bed. He suggests having the MB manual ready when they talk again. He mentions being in the UK time zone and asks about the region. He offers screenshots of AIDA64 tests if he stays up late in the evening. NP steedsofwar explains he's from Australia, so they're ahead of London by 9 hours. He'll be online around 9am in your time and 6pm his time. He provides a link to a document about AIDA64 and thanks the recipient for their help.
I have checked your tests and everything is fine at 4.2GHz for all temperatures and voltages across the rails.
The approach used here involves adjusting your multiplier and voltage settings while staying within the CPU's thermal limits. The goal is to reach a stable operating frequency by applying the necessary voltage, ensuring stability. Each change in BIOS is rigorously tested until you hit the breaking point—after which you either lower the frequency slightly or revert to a previous stable profile. This is your maximum stable OC. You can now attempt an OC of 4.5GHz, but if you go beyond, increase by small increments of 100MHz, retest, and continue until you achieve your peak stable frequency.
Open the OC Tweaking Screen in BIOS.
OC Tweaking>Enabled, keep this section disabled.
Navigate to CPU Configuration.
Multi Core Enhancement>Enabled
CPU ratio>45 x 100 = 4.5GHz
CPU Cache Ratio= 45
BCLK Frequency=100
Spread Spectrum> Disabled
CPU OC Fixed Mode>Fixed
Intel SpeedStep Technology>disable
Leave the rest as Auto.
Set your Vcore voltage to 1.250V.
You may need to use the + or - keys in Bios fields to input values.
If instability occurs during stability testing, raise Vcore to 1.300V.
LLC (Load Line Calibration) helps maintain voltage consistency. Try setting it to level 8.
Your BIOS cycles through Normal, to High, Ultra high, and Extreme levels.
Save a profile at the first stable frequency you achieve; keep another after each successful test. You can store up to eight profiles.
Proceed to stability testing and record the outcomes.
Monitor your temperatures and stress on both CPU and FPU in AIDA64. If everything is within range (65-70°C), consider trying 4.6GHz with a Vcore of 1.3V.
I've checked your tests and everything is fine at 4.2GHz for temperatures and voltages across all rails.
The approach used here involves your multiplier and voltage tweaks while staying within the CPU's thermal limits. The goal is to reach a target overclock with the necessary voltage to ensure stability. Each BIOS adjustment is stress-tested until you hit the breaking point—once that happens, you simply lower the frequency slightly or revert to a previous stable profile, which is your maximum stable OC. You can now attempt an OC of 4.5GHz, but if you go beyond, increase by small 100MHz increments, retest, and repeat until you reach your peak stable frequency.
Go to the OC Tweaking Screen in Bios.
OC Tweaking>Enabled, keep that section disabled.
Navigate to CPU Configuration.
Multi Core Enhancement>Enabled
CPU ratio>45 x 100 = 4.5GHz
CPU Cache Ratio= 45
BCLK Frequency=100
Spread Spectrum> Disabled
CPU OC Fixed Mode>Fixed
Intel SpeedStep Technology>disable
Leave the rest as Auto.
Set your Vcore voltage to 1.250V.
You may need to use the + or - keys in Bios fields to input values.
If instability occurs during stability testing, raise Vcore to 1.300V.
LLC (Load Line Calibration) helps maintain voltage consistency. Try level 8. Your BIOS accepts percentages from Normal up to Extreme.
Save a profile at the first stable frequency you test. Keep one saved after each successful run—up to eight profiles allowed.
Proceed to stability testing and report the outcomes.
Monitor CPU and FPU temperatures in AIDA64; if they stay around 65-70°C, try 4.6GHz with Vcore at 1.3V.
I didn’t enable FPU in AIDA64.
Decision points:
1. Should I run a ten-minute test under default settings and share the results before you follow the tweak guide?
2. Should I go directly to the OC Tweaking Screen in Bios and disable it if settings are auto?
3. Should I set Vcore to 1.250V using manual override, or wait for the +/- keys to appear?
4. Which LLC setting should I choose—enabled, disabled, or auto?
Feel free to ask any clarification questions.
It's fine, just verify the FPU box during your next test run.
Yes, turn off the rest for Advanced Turbo, Load optimized CPU and GPU.
Alright, choose Manual override if needed.
Then enable it.