Download Everest Just a heads-up: CoreTemp doesn't actually work on older processors Also, if you're already running an older CPU, is overclocking even worth your time? You really aren't going to see much of a performance boost
crimsonhound80 said:The guy has never touched Overclocking before, so it’s not really obvious to him how the whole process works.
Those explanations from the PC Expert forums provided by Vuce are perfectly fine if you already know your way around hardware, but for a complete novice, they just don't cut it. We shouldn't be tearing the kid down; instead, we should be offering a helping hand.
I'm certainly not attacking him. I think a beginner should probably just make use of Google; isn't that what search engines are for? If he simply asks, "How do I overclock my processor?" would you actually step in to guide him through it?
If he had provided even a little more detail—like whether he even knows how to access his BIOS, what kind of cooling system he's running, or what his power supply looks like... wouldn't that make things much easier?
Maria Peterson5 said:Hey everyone, I have a quick question. I'm currently running an Intel Core 2 Duo at 2200 MHz. Does anyone know the best way to get some overclocking done on this?
Just USE the Google search engine! Is it really that hard to look up an overclocking guide? Honestly, some people just want everything handed to them on a silver platter... PUT IN A LITTLE EFFORT!
So, you’re actually planning on using that rig for overclocking? Well, fair enough—I suppose there’s no sense in arguing over personal preference, right?
It's been a while since I checked, so let me consult my crystal ball... How are we supposed to figure out what the absolute maximum overclock is for this specific motherboard??? And more importantly, do you really think it's worth the effort? For modern gaming, a dual-core setup is already pushing its limits, don't you think?
Look, if you're truly that obsessed with pushing the limits through overclocking, maybe just pick up a newer Celeron instead. At least if you end up frying something, the damage won't be quite as devastating...
Ugh, why am I so incredibly sensitive about grammar and punctuation? 😠 There isn't a single comma or period in sight... seriously, my eyes are bleeding!
electricranger17 said:Hmm... I wonder, will increasing the frequency from where it sits right now actually yield any meaningful performance gains? Is it even worth the effort?
I bumped up both the frequency and the voltage—just a tiny bit, moving from 1.225v to 1.237v—so nothing too extreme. That’s really all I’ve done so far.
But tell me, do you actually notice any stuttering or slowdowns in your specific apps or games? If you aren't seeing a real difference, why bother messing around with overclocking at all?
At the end of the day, you'll see for yourself if there's a measurable jump in performance. If it's actually noticeable (though I have my doubts), then sure, stay at 3GHz. But honestly, is there really a need to push for 3GHz? 2.66GHz is more than enough for most tasks...
Saving a mere 1.5 seconds on a Super Pi run just isn't going to make a difference in your daily usage...
Well, once you open it up and take a look, if you see a tiny little heatsink, then you're definitely looking at the stock cooler. But if you spot something a bit more substantial 😁 then you can breathe easy and stop worrying.
That said, the cooler itself isn't exactly expensive; you could pick up a Cooler Master Hyper 212 for just $60...
Oh, please, give me a break... If he had just put even a tiny bit of effort into his very first post, maybe I would have actually bothered to reply to him.
There isn't a single piece of punctuation in the whole thing, and instead of a polite "thank you," he just writes "TNX." Honestly, what does "TNX" even mean? It’s absolutely nothing...
I think I’ll just wrap some electrical tape around it—honestly, anything at this point just to stop that annoying glow 😁 Thanks so much for the advice 👍
Does anyone happen to know how to kill the LED lighting on a fan? It’s driving me crazy, especially at night; the brightness is just way too much and it keeps hitting me right in the eyes.
I originally grabbed this LED model because it was such a bargain and there weren't any standard 120mm non-LED options available at the time... but now, it's becoming a real nuisance.
