Unstable OC with Low temps
Unstable OC with Low temps
I've been attempting to optimize my i7 5930k using MSI's Command Center. However, whenever I exceed 4.0 ghz, the system displays "Windows ran into a problem and your computer needs to restart." I'm using Windows 10. The stock CPU temperature is 3.5, so I suspect it might be related to overheating, though the temperature logs show no readings above 48°C.
My setup:
- CPU: Intel 17 5930k
- GPU: MSI 2x 980ti
- Motherboard: MSI Gaming 7 x99s
- CPU cooler: Deepcool Gamerstorm Captain 360mm radiator
- Case: Thor v2
- RAM: DDR4, 16G
Did you modify any voltage levels? The higher the frequency you use with the CPU, the greater the voltage required. The standard voltage has limitations when using an overclocking solution.
Did you adjust any voltages? The higher the GHz you use with the CPU, the more volts are required. The standard voltage will only reach its limit when using an OC.
Thanks,
I'm just starting out with overclocking. Do you have any recommended voltages for my setup?
Each computer is unique. Even with identical components, they may not achieve the same overclock or voltage settings. The optimal approach is to begin with the original voltages and gradually increase the multiplier by 1-2, testing Prime 95 for several hours to verify stability. If it fails, increment the voltage by 0.02 and retry. Eventually, you'll encounter a thermal threshold, a voltage ceiling where further adjustments are futile, or a point where stability becomes impossible.