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EnderAlexander
Junior Member
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12-08-2017, 03:54 PM
#1
i'm experiencing issues when overclocking my 7600k i5. whenever i adjust the manual voltage, the system reports that the overclock failed upon reboot. i can fine-tune the ratio without problems until i reach the voltage setting, after which it consistently fails.
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EnderAlexander
12-08-2017, 03:54 PM #1

i'm experiencing issues when overclocking my 7600k i5. whenever i adjust the manual voltage, the system reports that the overclock failed upon reboot. i can fine-tune the ratio without problems until i reach the voltage setting, after which it consistently fails.

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Kingplaysmc15
Junior Member
40
12-11-2017, 03:46 AM
#2
Do you possess the newest motherboard BIOS? If not, this is the area where you should begin.
If you already have the latest BIOS version installed, what are your desired settings for speed and voltage? Are you adjusting the CPU core multiplier and core voltage, or are you attempting to overclock via system clock configurations?
This manual addresses nearly all inquiries about overclocking on Kaby Lake.
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Kingplaysmc15
12-11-2017, 03:46 AM #2

Do you possess the newest motherboard BIOS? If not, this is the area where you should begin.
If you already have the latest BIOS version installed, what are your desired settings for speed and voltage? Are you adjusting the CPU core multiplier and core voltage, or are you attempting to overclock via system clock configurations?
This manual addresses nearly all inquiries about overclocking on Kaby Lake.

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SLADE_Arcant
Member
129
12-11-2017, 06:52 AM
#3
Do you possess the newest motherboard BIOS? If not, this is the area where you should begin.
If you already have the latest BIOS version installed, what are your desired settings for speed and voltage? Are you adjusting the CPU core multiplier and core voltage, or are you attempting to overclock via system clock configurations?
This manual addresses nearly all inquiries about overclocking on Kaby Lake.
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SLADE_Arcant
12-11-2017, 06:52 AM #3

Do you possess the newest motherboard BIOS? If not, this is the area where you should begin.
If you already have the latest BIOS version installed, what are your desired settings for speed and voltage? Are you adjusting the CPU core multiplier and core voltage, or are you attempting to overclock via system clock configurations?
This manual addresses nearly all inquiries about overclocking on Kaby Lake.

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12-11-2017, 08:46 AM
#4
Not sure why my answer got rejected, but no worries. To respond, just click the box labeled "Your answer," type your message, then click Submit your answer.

I find it much simpler, you can also click next to the 90° arrow where it says "Reply to xxx" to see their message. Enter it in the box below and press the "Answer" button when finished.

I usually don’t reply after votes are down, but I’m giving this a chance since you’re new.
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CaptainFurioux
12-11-2017, 08:46 AM #4

Not sure why my answer got rejected, but no worries. To respond, just click the box labeled "Your answer," type your message, then click Submit your answer.

I find it much simpler, you can also click next to the 90° arrow where it says "Reply to xxx" to see their message. Enter it in the box below and press the "Answer" button when finished.

I usually don’t reply after votes are down, but I’m giving this a chance since you’re new.

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Nakamasaki
Member
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12-11-2017, 02:57 PM
#5
Darkbreeze :
Uncertain why you rejected my response, but fine. To answer you just press the box labeled "Your answer," type then hit Submit your answer.
I’m not sure how much simpler it could be. You can also click next to the 90° arrow where it says "Reply to xxx" and that will show their message. Just type into the box below their text and then click the "Answer" button when you’re done.
I usually don’t reply when votes are down, but I’m giving you the chance since you’re new.
I managed to figure out how to reply and it was just an accident—I used my phone and thankfully it worked. I kept adjusting the overclock until I found one with high voltage settings.
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Nakamasaki
12-11-2017, 02:57 PM #5

Darkbreeze :
Uncertain why you rejected my response, but fine. To answer you just press the box labeled "Your answer," type then hit Submit your answer.
I’m not sure how much simpler it could be. You can also click next to the 90° arrow where it says "Reply to xxx" and that will show their message. Just type into the box below their text and then click the "Answer" button when you’re done.
I usually don’t reply when votes are down, but I’m giving you the chance since you’re new.
I managed to figure out how to reply and it was just an accident—I used my phone and thankfully it worked. I kept adjusting the overclock until I found one with high voltage settings.

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LuckySoda
Member
161
12-11-2017, 03:43 PM
#6
Take the time to thoroughly review the details at the link you shared. Just because your overclock remains unchanged doesn't guarantee it's properly set up, stable, or thermally safe. Significant improvements are still needed before you can confidently say you're ready to proceed.
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LuckySoda
12-11-2017, 03:43 PM #6

Take the time to thoroughly review the details at the link you shared. Just because your overclock remains unchanged doesn't guarantee it's properly set up, stable, or thermally safe. Significant improvements are still needed before you can confidently say you're ready to proceed.

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PartyRocker003
Junior Member
24
12-14-2017, 01:30 PM
#7
Darkbreeze would suggest taking the time to thoroughly examine the details on the provided link before assuming your setup is ready. Just because an overclock remains locked doesn't guarantee proper configuration, stability, or thermal safety. Significant adjustments are still necessary before you feel confident proceeding.

Overclocking comes with costs, much like most expectations. Every extra boost carries a risk—whether financial, thermal, or the chance of data loss. Understanding the rationale behind each setting, test, and tool is crucial for maintaining stability and ensuring your hardware lasts longer.

Prime95 v26.6 remains the standard method for conducting most baseline stability and thermal limit tests using the Small FFT option. You can find more about Intel CPU designs and specs at this reliable source: http://windows-downloads-center.blogspot...5-266.html

For AMD systems, particularly those based on Zen or Ryzen, the guide offers comparable but less comprehensive details. Check out this page for more: http://www.overclockers.com/amd-ryzen-ov...ing-guide/

The OverClocker forum also provides a widely used reference, with principles that apply across Intel and AMD platforms. Another useful resource is: http://www.overclock.net/t/91/ultimate-o...king-guide

This summary captures the key points, keeping the original structure intact.
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PartyRocker003
12-14-2017, 01:30 PM #7

Darkbreeze would suggest taking the time to thoroughly examine the details on the provided link before assuming your setup is ready. Just because an overclock remains locked doesn't guarantee proper configuration, stability, or thermal safety. Significant adjustments are still necessary before you feel confident proceeding.

Overclocking comes with costs, much like most expectations. Every extra boost carries a risk—whether financial, thermal, or the chance of data loss. Understanding the rationale behind each setting, test, and tool is crucial for maintaining stability and ensuring your hardware lasts longer.

Prime95 v26.6 remains the standard method for conducting most baseline stability and thermal limit tests using the Small FFT option. You can find more about Intel CPU designs and specs at this reliable source: http://windows-downloads-center.blogspot...5-266.html

For AMD systems, particularly those based on Zen or Ryzen, the guide offers comparable but less comprehensive details. Check out this page for more: http://www.overclockers.com/amd-ryzen-ov...ing-guide/

The OverClocker forum also provides a widely used reference, with principles that apply across Intel and AMD platforms. Another useful resource is: http://www.overclock.net/t/91/ultimate-o...king-guide

This summary captures the key points, keeping the original structure intact.