What are the best configurations for the Intel Core 2 Duo E6700?
What are the best configurations for the Intel Core 2 Duo E6700?
This is my Speccy. It's an old and worn-out machine, definitely second-hand. I'm putting aside funds to buy new components so I can upgrade nearly everything and bring it up to DDR4. While waiting, I'd like a bit more power. I just checked the speed and think it's around 400, which is why the CPU is now running at 80°C... I'm completely new to overclocking too. I attempted to push it to 600 but it wouldn't start, so I reset the CMOS and lowered the settings a bit. I'm curious about the best overclock settings for my PC. I've already pushed the GPU clock to its limit, but I'm worried about its longevity. If you need to know my BIOS details or what I can safely tweak, just let me know.
Best regards,
Alex.
EDIT:
P.S: Is RAM clockable?
P.P.S: The CPU temperature has dropped below 60°C now.
Hello... These older CPUs and chipsets usually used a fixed FSB speed, which also influenced their memory performance. Changing the FSB often requires adjusting the memory clock speed to maintain stability, since memory components don’t handle high heat well without proper cooling. In my experience with the LGA775, it ran at around 365 MHz with a 2.66 GHz CPU and 1333 MHz FSB. Even though the memory only operated at 660 MHz in your image, you also had a faster 3.2 GHz CPU. Now your BIOS has likely been reset to a more stable setting after previous failed attempts. Please save and exit your BIOS settings before returning, then share your screen and FSB speed once you’re done.
Also, there’s a dedicated chip on the motherboard for the North bridge/memory controller, which tends to get very hot at lower speeds—around 365 MHz or less. If you use overclocking on the LGA775, you’ll need a good heatsink and/or fan to avoid damage. Heat management is crucial because temperature directly affects component lifespan. Proper cooling techniques can unlock significant performance gains. B)
Ironsounds :
Hello... Basically these old CPU's/chipsets clocked with FSB setting... But which also means the Memory Speed was also affected with a change... so typically as a result or OC'ng the FSB your MB/BIO's memory settings will need to down clock for the increase, because memory does not OC very well (no massive heatsinks or fans on them).
My experience with the LGA775 was about 365 MHz max with a Q9450 2.66 GHz 1333 MHz FSB CPU, and still have good temps and DDR2 800 1T memory operation. You can see in your img above that your memory is only running at 660MHZ. But you also have a 1033 FSB 3.2 GHz CPU. B / So right now your MB BIO's has re-set to a safe setting from the previous failed OC settings... you need to first get into your BIO's re-set it for 3.2GHz operation (save&exit)... report/post back your screen image AND FSB once you get back.
http://ark.intel.com/products/42809/Inte...z-1066-FSB
Also there is separate Chip on your MB the "North bridge/memory controller" that will get very HOT... at 365-? MHZ... and LGA775 over clockers would be using a beefer heatsink and/or fan for it... So being NEW to OCng means you will be adding higher Heat stress to your MB components... and heat is directly related to the lifetime of a electronic product. Heat/Temps will always dictate your OC settings... you can get some amazing speeds using the right cooling technics in the right places. B )
Ok, so, I didn't understand a lot of what you said. I am a nerd, but not of the hardware kind. I only got into hardware about a year ago and the phrase "get into it" is questionable because I know so little about the subject. I can program you whatever you like but hardware is out of my depth.
Here's the new photo
I changed the CPU clock to 320 but like I said, hardware isn't my strong suit so I don't know if I did the right thing.
They are really good at pushing overclock limits. They can easily hit speeds above 4 GHz and 400 FSB on the highest-end chips. Your main constraint will likely be the G31 chipset on your motherboard, which typically features an FSB around 340-350 MHz. Here’s a possible setup example:
Quad core @ 4.1 GHz with 8 GB DDR2 @ 456 MHz/912 DDR and 456 MHz FSB
(Don’t get confused by the Xeon label—it’s listed as LGA771 and is modified for LGA775 compatibility, similar to an ordinary Core 2 Quad. It’s quite comparable to a Q9700)
Ironsounds :
Hello... I gave you wrong intel spec sheet... you do have a 2.66GHz CPU and you have stock setting now... with 320Mhz FSB? what is your CPU Multiplier set at?
http://ark.intel.com/products/27251/Inte...66-MHz-FSB
1) Ok here's the math... 2xDDR2Mhz= Ram speed... you are running at 800Mhz good B )
2) You have a CPU multiplier... the stock setting should be x10... Look at your current setting in the BIO's for it?
3) 2.66GHz CPU /multiplier=FSB ...Stock for your CPU should be 2.66/10=266 FSB.
4) here is Documented OC procedure for your CPU, memory settings, and BIO's settings they used... I want you to watch your CPU temps, as that CPU has a LOW [email protected] (not a great OC CPU choice?)
5) lowing/raising the stock CPU voltage will lower/raise temps... finding the lowest "Stable" voltage/freq, will help hit a target freq without excessive heat from using too much voltage.
http://www.cpu-world.com/sspec/SL/SL9ZF.html
Here is a example of someone using the math with his Core 2 Duo E6700...
https://hardforum.com/threads/e6700-266x...b.1413435/
for example 300 FSB X 10 CPU multiplier = 3.0 GHz CPU
Yeah I have no idea what to do with any of that information.
What should I set the clocks to in my BIOS? That's all I can really control or understand, so yeah.