The EVGA precision setting doesn't allow any overclocking options.
The EVGA precision setting doesn't allow any overclocking options.
i'm having trouble moving any slider except for voltage, and it doesn't respond at all. the only adjustments I can make are related to my graphics card—specifically the fan speed. everything else is grayed out, showing core clock and memory clock at 0 mhz, with the slider at its maximum. i tried msi afterburner, which works fine, but voltage remains stuck. any suggestions?
After researching a bit, it looks like you were correct. The card is quite old, so boosting the voltage isn't feasible. You can only try to increase the core speed, and be cautious with the memory since it might not handle heavy modifications well. If you use the RivaTuner overclocking tool (the version before it merged into MSI Afterburner), you also have the option to tweak the shader clock.
Disclaimer warning:
Using this software is at your own risk, and any issues are your responsibility.
Well as you observed, using EVGA Precision X isn't very effective since it wasn't built to handle such outdated hardware, whereas MSI Afterburner appears to offer more flexibility. Open the settings in Afterburner and check the box that lets you unlock the voltage slider. Also, make sure the relevant options are checked so you can see real-time clock speed and voltage updates on the main app interface.
regardless of what I did with Msi Afterburner, it still won’t let me unlock voltage. The only attempt that worked was this link: https://rog.asus.com/forum/showthre...-q...fterburner, but when I tried it the voltage was unlocked yet it wouldn’t move and displayed 1010mv without increasing sensitivity.
Ensure you have the most recent beta version. If not, use the provided link. Review the screenshot to identify the unlock voltage choice. If this feature exists, select it and test the various settings in the dropdown menu to determine if the slider adjustment is possible. Also, pay attention to the "voltage monitoring" option located below the voltage control, and activate it if available to receive live voltage data within the software. Additionally, if the next option labeled "force constant voltage" is accessible, mark that one as well.
Unfortunately then it appears the card is merely too outdated. Does it link via external power cables from the PSU, or does it obtain all its power from the PCIe on the motherboard?
After researching a bit, it looks like you were correct. The card is quite old, so overclocking has its limits. You won’t be able to raise the voltage as much as you’d like; instead, you can only try to speed up the core, and handle the memory carefully because it might not cope well with heavy modifications. If you use the old RivaTuner tool (back when it was separate from MSI Afterburner), you also have the option to tweak the shader clock if needed. Disclaimer warning: Using this software is at your own risk, and any issues are your responsibility. This post discusses overclocking that particular card with the older program.