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Intel Core i7 6700 running at 3.40GHz

Intel Core i7 6700 running at 3.40GHz

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27Danick
Member
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09-16-2016, 05:22 AM
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I face an issue here. My Intel Core i7 6700 @ 3.40GHz only recognizes 2133MHz RAM, even though the board lists up to 2400MHz (MSI H270M BAZOOKA). Recently I purchased two Kingston Value RAM sticks at 2666MHz each, totaling 16GB. In BIOS the RAM shows 2666MHz, but in the system window it displays 2133MHz. There’s no XMP profile available to raise the speed to 2400MHz, which the board supports. Can I adjust the RAM speed to match the maximum supported by the motherboard? Or should I consider upgrading to a new ASUS PRIME Z270M-PLUS with DDR4 support that allows overclocking to 3866MHz? Need guidance...
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27Danick
09-16-2016, 05:22 AM #1

I face an issue here. My Intel Core i7 6700 @ 3.40GHz only recognizes 2133MHz RAM, even though the board lists up to 2400MHz (MSI H270M BAZOOKA). Recently I purchased two Kingston Value RAM sticks at 2666MHz each, totaling 16GB. In BIOS the RAM shows 2666MHz, but in the system window it displays 2133MHz. There’s no XMP profile available to raise the speed to 2400MHz, which the board supports. Can I adjust the RAM speed to match the maximum supported by the motherboard? Or should I consider upgrading to a new ASUS PRIME Z270M-PLUS with DDR4 support that allows overclocking to 3866MHz? Need guidance...

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AdstaH
Member
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09-16-2016, 12:05 PM
#2
It’s likely there’s an option in the BIOS you’re missing, but it might require closer inspection. I own a 6700 with DDR4 at 2933MHz on a different motherboard.
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AdstaH
09-16-2016, 12:05 PM #2

It’s likely there’s an option in the BIOS you’re missing, but it might require closer inspection. I own a 6700 with DDR4 at 2933MHz on a different motherboard.

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Amy467
Member
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09-17-2016, 08:23 PM
#3
Do you know your motherboard brand and model? Someone mentioned a Z270, which might fit. It claims it supports 3200MHz RAM, but your current RAM is 2666MHz.
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Amy467
09-17-2016, 08:23 PM #3

Do you know your motherboard brand and model? Someone mentioned a Z270, which might fit. It claims it supports 3200MHz RAM, but your current RAM is 2666MHz.

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DarkSeffy
Junior Member
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09-17-2016, 11:13 PM
#4
It's an ASUS Z170, though I'm not sure of the precise version. You mentioned you have a H270, which is noticeably less powerful than a Z270. Personally, I don't believe upgrading to a Z270-mobo for just a bit faster RAM makes sense—since the CPU can't be overclocked and the RAM speed gain isn't significant enough to justify the cost of a new motherboard.
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DarkSeffy
09-17-2016, 11:13 PM #4

It's an ASUS Z170, though I'm not sure of the precise version. You mentioned you have a H270, which is noticeably less powerful than a Z270. Personally, I don't believe upgrading to a Z270-mobo for just a bit faster RAM makes sense—since the CPU can't be overclocked and the RAM speed gain isn't significant enough to justify the cost of a new motherboard.

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NoxEternal
Junior Member
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09-29-2016, 07:18 PM
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Check the XMP settings in the H270 Bios menu.
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NoxEternal
09-29-2016, 07:18 PM #5

Check the XMP settings in the H270 Bios menu.

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nare05
Junior Member
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10-09-2016, 01:32 AM
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Intel's motherboards don't allow RAM overclocking, with the exception of the Z-series. It's unclear whether the jump from 2133 to 2666 will significantly boost performance, making it worth considering a new board.
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nare05
10-09-2016, 01:32 AM #6

Intel's motherboards don't allow RAM overclocking, with the exception of the Z-series. It's unclear whether the jump from 2133 to 2666 will significantly boost performance, making it worth considering a new board.

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CatcherMVPKJM
Junior Member
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10-09-2016, 02:54 AM
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To verify if your "My Build" setup can identify all connected system devices, check the relevant configuration files and ensure proper network scanning is enabled.
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CatcherMVPKJM
10-09-2016, 02:54 AM #7

To verify if your "My Build" setup can identify all connected system devices, check the relevant configuration files and ensure proper network scanning is enabled.

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LadyBiscoito
Member
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10-19-2016, 09:59 AM
#8
Hi there, it's a signature. You can change it in your account settings. I just build my system myself so I know what's in it. But you can see your storage devices in the BIOS and some devices in your device manager.
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LadyBiscoito
10-19-2016, 09:59 AM #8

Hi there, it's a signature. You can change it in your account settings. I just build my system myself so I know what's in it. But you can see your storage devices in the BIOS and some devices in your device manager.

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DJRiep
Member
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10-25-2016, 10:36 PM
#9
wow okie....i try change it
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DJRiep
10-25-2016, 10:36 PM #9

wow okie....i try change it