Restart the loop, but 1055T and Gtx 760 aren't stable at stock.
Restart the loop, but 1055T and Gtx 760 aren't stable at stock.
Hello,
This is my initial Thread, so please accept any simple questions.
I bought my setup back in 2011 (November) and it has always been a standard PC, never overclocked, and I only used the internet for casual gaming.
Current Setup
AMD 1055t 2.8Ghz (stock)
GA-880Gm USB3.0 (rev 3.1) motherboard
500GB WD + 250GB Seagate HDD
8Gb DDR 3 RAM at 1600MHz (recently upgraded from 4GB)
GTX760 Zotac 2Gb GPU
The games I currently play are:
COD -Afterworld, Watchdogs, The Witcher 3
I’m experiencing some problems with my current configuration.
About six months ago, I opened the case for cleaning and started removing all connectors (USB cables from the case to the motherboard, power button, restart button, etc.). After that, I installed a new Windows version on my PC, set up the wireless router (dongle installation), and plugged it in. At that moment, the system restarted, and this marked the beginning of troubles.
I’ve tried several solutions, but some caused more issues:
1. Reinstalled Windows and all components – loop continued.
2. Reordered connectors before cleaning – no improvement.
3. Removed the dongle software, reinstalled Windows – still the same problem.
4. Removed and re-installed the graphics card and its drivers – didn’t help.
5. Updated BIOS versions – stopped restarting temporarily.
6. Checked all HDDs for bad sectors and defragmented them.
7. Installed 8GB 1600MHz RAM from the previous 4GB 1333MHz, changed BIOS settings.
Since the BIOS update and RAM installation, I haven’t seen any restart loops.
I’m trying to resolve these issues by:
- Preventing the system from restarting repeatedly.
- Overclocking the CPU (AMD 1055t) to a stable 3.5GHz range without extra voltage, since it’s four years old and the stock cooling is sufficient.
- Ensuring my RAM operates at optimal speeds to support the overclock.
I’m eager for any advice or help. Thank you in advance.
Regards,
Sarandeep
reset BIOS
please run this one:
http://www.memtest.org/#downiso
install it on an empty USB flash drive and boot from it
monitor temperature with AMD Overdrive while executing Prime95 at stock settings, without undervolting or any other changes
replace the CMOS battery
which power supply is it? test with another one
set an XMP profile in BIOS instead of manually configuring RAM
so the GPU is detected now?
do you mean "changed from Auto or IGP to PEG? PCIe and PEG are the same port."
which Arctic 64pro version is it? freezer, Alpine, etc.
I have upgraded my CPU cooler to Arctic 64pro and lowered the voltage to 1.225 volts.
I used Prime95, but it wasn't stable even with stock settings. My GPU stopped detecting after I reset the CMOS, so I switched to PEG from PCi E.
I also experimented with running RAM at 1333MHz with 9t timing and at 1600MHz with 11t, but nothing worked.
Appreciate your feedback.
reset BIOS
please run this one:
http://www.memtest.org/#downiso
install it on an empty USB flash drive and boot from it
monitor temperature with AMD Overdrive while executing Prime95 at default settings, without undervolting or any other changes
replace the CMOS battery
which power supply is it? test with another one
set an XMP profile in BIOS instead of manually configuring RAM
so the GPU is detected now?
do you mean "changed from Auto or IGP to PEG? PCIe and PEG are the same port."
which Arctic 64pro version is it? freezer, Alpine, etc.
Bios has been reset again. The normal Vcore is 1.475v, which is quite high compared to the stock speeds. I adjusted it to 1.3v after some research. My motherboard uses a GA-880GM USB3 and I’m not sure if it supports XMP profiles. The GPU is detected and working fine. Alpine Arctic 64 PLus is actually the cooler’s name. Replacing the CMOS battery might have a significant effect? I checked the link you provided.
The CMOS battery replacement wouldn't cause any issues.
1333MHz is the base clock for the RAM controller; exceeding this would lead to overclocking, requiring improved cooling or adjustments in timing or voltage. Lowering the voltage might cause instability.
This cooler is designed for CPUs with a TDP of 90 watts or less. Your CPU's TDP is at least 95 watts if it's the lower model, while another variant could go up to 125 watts. This cooler isn't compatible with your CPU.
By the way, there are three graphics options available—PCI, PCIe, PEG, and onboard VGA. You already knew what you needed.
The replacement of the CMOS battery shouldn't cause any issues. It seems difficult to locate XMP settings. The 1333MHz clock speed is set by the RAM controller, exceeding this would lead to overclocking and require improved cooling or adjustments; otherwise, the system might become unstable. This cooler is designed for CPUs with a TDP of 90 watts or less. If your CPU has a higher TDP—such as the lower variant at 95 watts or more—the cooler won't be compatible.
Additionally, there are three graphics options available: PCI, PCIe, PEG, and onboard VGA. You already knew which one you needed.
My CPU remained stable at 1.3 volts and 2.8 GHz idle at 31 MHz, with maximum temperatures around 51-52°C after an hour. I switched to a GPU stress test, which reached temperatures of 84-85°C under load. The system rebooted after 2-3 minutes, then restarted normally after a short pause, and continued running smoothly afterward.
My concerns are either that the GPU isn't receiving sufficient power (the PSU has a 650W capacity with dual 35A rails) or that the GPU is overheating during load. Please advise.
Regards
Did you verify performance without reducing voltage? The maximum load temperature was checked using prime95 (smallfft). Consider using AMD overdrive to assess the temperature margin.