I'm having trouble locating any overclock settings.
I'm having trouble locating any overclock settings.
hey guys, i tried to overclock my cpu but couldn't find any options in bios or cpu config. i'm using xtreme g41 with megatrend bios. someone can help me.
The G41 chipset on your motherboard restricts overclocking capabilities.
The 95W CPU cap restricts possibilities, but results vary based on your processor. Without BIOS support, you can perform an FSB pinmod. This increases multipliers by roughly double and demands higher voltage to function. For many titles, a quicker 2-core setup is preferable to a slower 4-core one. Here we go.
#1 C2D models are simplest. An E7500 with 11x266fsb can be modified to 3.66GHz (11x333), while the E7600 reaches 3.8GHz (11.5x333). Throttlestop software controls voltage settings—it’s free, so you can experiment.
#2 LGA771/775 modifications are available. The X5270 11.5x333 3.5GHz model at 80W can be found on Delidded.com. There are also 65W quad-core Xeons; their CPU IDs differ, so compatibility isn’t guaranteed, and microcode updates might be needed. G41 is noted as compatible.
#3 X6800 Unlocked 2-core 266x11fsb base at 65nm offers quick results. Throttlestop lets you adjust voltage and multiplier settings, though the 65nm version may not exceed the performance of the 45nm model above. Simple steps: tweak Volts, adjust Multiplier, add cooling, and repeat.
#4 For a Quad Q6700 10x266fsb (all G0 stepping), a BSEL mod can push it to 3.33GHz. Given the high wattage, adding VRM heatsinks becomes advisable now.
#5 This approach carries risk but some chipsets support higher bus speeds secretly. I’ve noticed a Dell Opti 780 running at 3.6GHz base speed Q9650 (9x333fsb) on Userbenchmark.com—seems like a BSEL mod up from 333fsb to 9x400fsb. It costs almost nothing if you already have a 1333fsb CPU.
#6 Tweaking software settings like SETfsb or Clockgen can increase bus speeds. Works best with extra voltage, but may affect other timing parameters. It’s a supplementary method for those willing to experiment.
There are also built-in VID pinmod solutions. If you locate the original voltage chart, adjust it to match your new voltage and check required mapping changes. Alternatively, choose a lower voltage that needs minimal adjustments, ensuring compatibility across different operating systems.
I didn't realize there are LGA775 65W quads available. "Q9550s" and "Q9505s" should work with your chipset using the newest BIOS update you can obtain. They're costly, so I'd consider trying something else first.
Don't let any experts discourage you from overclocking. It might not be worth it unless you install a 400FSB pinmod.
Check these links for more details:
https://hwbot.org/submission/2175791_bio...4250.1_mhz
https://hwbot.org/submission/3356710_ale...493.03_mhz
http://valid.x86.fr/top-cpu/496e74656c28...383347487a
i still have doubts about whether the g41 mobo can be overclocked. some people say the asus p5g41m uses a jumper setup, so i'm not sure if the g41 model is compatible.