How to change voltages?

Elliot1030
Member

10-04-2016, 06:15 AM

Hello,
I need to adjust the voltages on my i5 6600k with an asus z170a board. It mentions that cpu_ov must be enabled or something similar. Also, the hardware says the max voltage is 1.286, but I'm wondering if that's suitable for a 4.4 GHz OC.
Thanks, Rob

Elliot1030

10-04-2016, 06:15 AM #1

dotter51
Member

10-05-2016, 07:33 AM

Read two or three guides about overclocking the Google 6600k, so you grasp what happens during the process. Also learn how to test and what to avoid.

dotter51

10-05-2016, 07:33 AM #2

Read two or three guides about overclocking the Google 6600k, so you grasp what happens during the process. Also learn how to test and what to avoid.

Janathoon
Junior Member

10-06-2016, 07:18 AM

if you aim for a stable overclock to 4.4 you should increase the voltage to around 1.420 to 1.442 but this varies depending on several factors. I recommend restoring your optimal settings first, then for each 100 MHz boost raise the voltage by 0.010 to 0.020 and it should work well. Also here is a helpful guide you can review: """"

Janathoon

10-06-2016, 07:18 AM #3

PedroO_
Senior Member

522

10-14-2016, 01:00 AM

CPU_OV supports very high voltages required for handling liquid nitrogen or dry ice. It's not something you have to worry about.

PedroO_

10-14-2016, 01:00 AM #4

CPU_OV supports very high voltages required for handling liquid nitrogen or dry ice. It's not something you have to worry about.

KingNatsu
Junior Member

10-14-2016, 05:42 AM

Just take it up gradually and add voltage when necessary – I wouldn't just jump to 1.4whatever, as you might get a stable output, but you could run at 1.25 or similar. In short, big jumps can lead to voltages much higher than required, which increases heat and may reduce the CPU's lifespan while causing stability issues.

KingNatsu

10-14-2016, 05:42 AM #5