The computer stops posting after any attempt to overclock.
The computer stops posting after any attempt to overclock.
Following any overclock attempt, the machine often fails to start again the next time I try. It boots normally after a restart when I apply the new settings, but it doesn’t come back online if I power it off. I’ve noticed others achieving 5GHz on an i7 at 1.4v, yet I can only reach 4.7GHz at 1.35v. Is there a BIOS option I should disable? Even without adjusting the CPU and setting RAM to 3200MHz, the same problem persists. Initially, I replaced my GPU and RAM without changing anything. I’ve also booted the system without a USB connection. It seems there’s a setting I’m overlooking. If I could run the CPU at 4.8GHz with 1.32V, it would work smoothly during gaming, but the machine still won’t start the next time. Removing the power cord and plugging it back in allows it to boot without issues, though it’s still tricky every time I restart.
Details:
OS: Windows 7 Ultimate x64
CPU: Intel i7 7700k Liquid Cooled
Motherboard: Asus TUF Z270 MK2
GPU: Asus ROG AE8 GTX 1080 STRIX-GTX1080-A8G
RAM: Gskill DDR4 3200MHz (16GB Duel Channel)
SSD: Kingston 240G HyperX Fury (OS Drive)
SSD: Kingston 120G V300 (Games)
HDD0: WD Blue WD10EZEX 1TB @ 7,200 RPM
HDD1: Segate 1T @ 5,400 RPM (Raid recovery)
HDD2: Segate 80G @ 5,400 RPM (OS Recovery Image)
Radiator: XSPC Raystorm 420mmx140mm
Pump: D5
Fittings: XSPC Barb
Reservoir: XSPC Raystorm Double Din 5.25" front mount.
Monitors: Asus VG248QE 24", 144Hz; Asus VE248H 24", 60Hz; Asus VE248H 24", 60Hz
PSU: Corsair CX750M
Mouse: Razer Mamba 2012 4G
Keyboard: Razer Black Widow Chroma RGB
Mouse Mat: Corsair Vengence MM200 XL
Headset: Razer Tiamat Elite 7.1
Microphone: Blue Yeti Blackout Edition
Sound Card: Asus Xonar DSX 7.1 PCI
Case: AZZA Genesis 9000W (CSAZ-9000W)
Removing the CMOS will reinitialize the BIOS, enabling the device to start up.
Removing the CMOS will reinitialize the BIOS, enabling the device to start up again.
After any overclock adjustment, the computer tends to fail to start the next time I attempt to boot it. It works properly after a restart to apply the changes, but it doesn’t boot back up after shutting down. I’ve noticed others achieving 5GHz on an i7 at 1.4v, yet I’m only reaching 4.7GHz at 1.35v. Is there a BIOS setting I should disable? Even if I don’t modify the CPU and just set the RAM to 3200MHz, it behaves similarly. My first step was re-seating the GPU and RAM without altering anything else. I’ve also booted the machine without a USB connection. It seems there’s a setting I’m overlooking. If I could run the CPU at 4.8GHz with 1.32V, it would work well during gaming, but the system still won’t start reliably. Removing the power cord and plugging it back in allows the computer to boot without issues, though it’s unusual not to need to reset the BIOS.
Specs:
OS: Windows 7 Ultimate x64
CPU: Intel i7 7700k Liquid Cooled
Motherboard: Asus TUF Z270 MK2
GPU: Asus ROG AE8 GTX 1080 STRIX-GTX1080-A8G
RAM: Gskill DDR4 3200MHz (16GB Duel Channel)
SSD: Kingston 240G HyperX Fury (OS Drive)
SSD: Kingston 120G V300 (Games)
HDD0: WD Blue WD10EZEX 1TB @ 7,200 RPM (Main Storage)
HDD1: Segate 1T @ 5,400 RPM (Raid recovery)
HDD2: Segate 80G @ 5,400 RPM (OS Recovery Image)
Radiator: XSPC Raystorm 420mmx140mm
Pump: D5
Connectors: XSPC Barb
Reservoir: XSPC Raystorm Double Din 5.25" front mount.
Monitors: Asus VG248QE 24" @ 1ms, 144Hz; Monitor2: Asus VE248H 24" @ 2ms, 60Hz; Monitor3: Asus VE248H 24" @ 2ms, 60Hz
Power Supply: Corsair CX750M
Mouse: Razer Mamba 2012 4G
Keyboard: Razer Black Widow Chroma RGB
Mouse Mat: Corsair Vengence MM200 XL
Headset: Razer Tiamat Elite 7.1
Microphone: Blue Yeti Blackout Edition
Sound Card: Asus Xonar DSX 7.1 PCI
Case: AZZA Genesis 9000W (CSAZ-9000W)