Pc shuts down following OC CPU reaching 4.0ghz
Pc shuts down following OC CPU reaching 4.0ghz
I’ve begun increasing the clock speed of my i7 920 (DO chip) from 3.6 to 4.0 on an Asus P6t motherboard. At 3.6ghz I’m not experiencing any issues, and temperatures stay between 55-60°C. I have a Gigabyte 2 S524 cooling solution. I’ve been aiming for 4ghz but when I try, my computer only runs for about 5 to 10 minutes before it crashes and restarts. I’m unsure what’s causing this problem and hope you can help identify the issue and suggest a fix. As someone new to overclocking, I followed all the BIOS settings from the video you shared. Do you think something went wrong?
Rooster__ :
The issue isn't the CPU's ability to overclock, it's the voltage being insufficient. I suggest gradually raising the voltage by small increments (5-10mV) until stability is achieved. After that, attempt higher overclocks to determine the optimal setting. Copying another person's overclock might work, but it won't guarantee a better chip—some may handle lower voltages effectively, though you might need more power for that specific boost. If you have more questions, feel free to ask.
The CPU isn't able to manage that overclocking. That's why the device stops working.
It's not about the CPU's ability to manage the overclock; the issue lies in insufficient voltage. I suggest gradually raising the voltage in small increments (5-10mV) until stability is achieved. Once stable, attempt higher overclocks to determine the CPU's limits. Copying someone else's overclock can work, but it may not yield a better chip—some may achieve stability at lower voltages, though they might require more power for that specific setting. If you have more questions, feel free to ask.
Rooster__ :
The issue isn't the CPU's ability to handle the overclock; it's the voltage being insufficient. I suggest gradually increasing the voltage by small increments (5-10mv) until stability is achieved. Once stable, you can attempt higher overclocks and observe the results. Copying another person's overclock might work, but it won't guarantee a better chip. A more stable setup could be found with lower voltages if they perform better under pressure. If you have more questions, feel free to ask.
Rooster__ :
The issue isn't the CPU's ability to overclock, it's the voltage being insufficient. I suggest gradually increasing the voltage in small steps (5-10mV) until stability is achieved. Once stable, attempt higher overclocks to determine the optimal setting. Copying another person's overclock can work, but may not yield better results if their chip performs better under lower voltages. You might need more voltage for that specific overclock. If you have further questions, feel free to ask.
What BIOS settings should I adjust to raise the voltage you mentioned?