What PSU you got now? It's not allways about the watts
What PSU you got now? It's not allways about the watts
Antec NeoPower 480.
So I hit a wall again can't get past 3.3GHz 367x9.
Here's my DS3 settings that are rock solid @ 367.
No-Execute Memory Protect = Disabled
CPU Enhanced Halt (C1E) = Disabled
CPU Thermal Monitor 2 (TM2) = Disabled
CPU EIST Function = Disabled
Virtualization Technology = Disabled
Legacy USB Storage Detect = Disabled
CPU Host Frequency (Mhz) = 367
PCI-E Frequency = AUTO
System Memory Multiplier = 2.0
DIMM OverVoltage Control = +3 (2.1V)
PCI-E Voltage = AUTO
VMCH = AUTO
FSB = AUTO
CPU Voltage Control = 1.5V
Trying to get to 373x9, I've already tried:
5.5 VCore = reboot cycle, no POST, clear CMOS
+4 VDIMM = reboot cycle, no POST, clear CMOS
+1 VMCH = reboot cycle, no POST, clear CMOS
Any idears?
A lot of you seem to think it might be PSU. Can I simply unplug my extra HDDs and Opticals to verify?
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Originally Posted by Brahmzy
It might help but I definately agree that you should upgrade your pc to a more stable and more powerful one.
The Neo PSUs are pretty nice. They have 3 independent 12v rails for a total of 36A. Is that not enough?Quote:
Originally Posted by HeadShotWI
that x1900 pulls alot of juice on the 12v and alot of power supplies have issues if they aren't loaded equally on all rails
I have the old very first NEO Power 480 - it's not as nice as the newer HE550 Neo.Quote:
Originally Posted by BottomsUp
BUT, I just ordered a brand spanky new
Antec TruePower Trio 550
This is a brand new PSU that is only available through Antec right now. They say it blows away the previous NEO HE PSU's.
I told them I had a 7900GT and some Raptors and other stuff and they cringed, knowing I was trying to do it on my NeoPower480.
I'm excited - I did next day shipping-it should be here tomorrow or Monday! :)
Dang I've spent a lot of $$$ on this new computer! Sheesh. No more, please!
How much? now i'm wondering if my PSU is holding me back. I'm stuck at 430fsb.Quote:
Originally Posted by Brahmzy
I have the Neo430
X1900XT
Raptor 150
WD160GB SATA
Audigy 2
1 optical
$129.95+shipping direct from Antec. It's so new that no other online retailers have 'em yet.
also keep in mind not all boards are gonna clock equally, and 430 fsb is nothing to sneeze at, granted some people are getting much higher, but I wouldn't expect all to hit 500+ speeds:) but I do hope mine does:p:Quote:
Originally Posted by BottomsUp
Your PSU might not be holding you back but I would definently get a new one if you want to be safe at all.Quote:
Originally Posted by BottomsUp
Agreed, if he were running stock it would be fine, but for overclocking you need more headroom and stability.
I'm checking out some PSUs. I'm confused though. This 600W enermax has 2 12v rails at 22A each. My 430watt PSU has 3 12 rails at 16A each so technically i've allready got more power right?Quote:
Originally Posted by Iconyu
yeah but your x1900 is probably pulling 13-14amps by itself, so extra is always goodQuote:
Originally Posted by BottomsUp
I don't mind upgrading, but guess what i'm asking is...is that 600w better then the one i have now.Quote:
Originally Posted by toddm27
the reason why it wont boot at all at anything else but x9 multiplier is because it is a retail chip and you cannot change the multiplier.Quote:
Originally Posted by Brahmzy
I'd look into one of the fortron or ocz gamersxtream power supplies, 600 watts should do you fine. and they're rated at 18amps per rail 4 rails, I run the 600watt versionQuote:
Originally Posted by BottomsUp
I wonder if the 400fsb wall with conroe can be fixed with a bios upgrade ?