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Saw one today in store, is that K8 based *(Athlon64x2) processor or just another "rebrand" Athlon II ?
The price is HKD $ 440 (~$56 USD) , which is around the same price with Athlon II x2 240 :confused:
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It unlocked into Quad Core :D
Stepping C2? It has to be an X2 240 with half cache, or a Propus/Deneb based core.
It's K10 based, that's for sure...
Looks like Propus with half of L2 cache disabled.
That's probably the reason for Athlon X2 branding ...
Thanks for this find imamage :up:
only if it doesn't have SSE4.1a is a K8. I doubt they can disable that part on K10 cores it's designed a little different then K8.
it's also AM2+ and I doubt it's 65 watts last 5000 they made was 5050e which had tdp of 45 watts.
I will try grab one tomorrow night
If it's Propus based , maybe give it a try with "ACC Unlock"
Looks like a slower AM2+ version of the 215.
http://products.amd.com/en-us/Deskto...il.aspx?id=608
I wasn't sure if that was a goof or not so I left it out of my list thread when I added the C3 Phenom II X2 545. It was certainly confusing that they reused the 5000+ name. I tried looking up the OPN but only got a bunch of motherboard manufacturer references.
Just purchased this CPU
Socket AM2+ CPU , NB at 1.6GHz , HT 1.6 GHz
Vcore 1.4V ( clear CMOS and re-check, it's fine with 1.3x V
odd ball
http://valid.canardpc.com/show_oc.php?id=743896
CPU-Z Validation
Looks like it's a Propus/Regor with less cache
Looks like an AM2+ (rather then AM3) package,probably
lacking DDR3 support;everest should be able to tell (under chipset,K10
north bridge...)
yep, it looks like a Socket AM2+ Athlon II x2 with half of the L2
http://discuz.servehttp.com/attachme...mBRr9tt9tY.jpg
http://discuz.servehttp.com/attachme...QAFyti4YEJ.jpg
http://discuz.servehttp.com/attachme...8X597Hwtfq.jpg
http://discuz.servehttp.com/attachme...pfuNUWscf0.jpg
IMHO it cost too much and Athlon II x2 240 is a better choice
But the naming for "Athlon x2 5000" is confusing, as it's Athlon II based , Socket AM2 board without BIOS update (to support AM3 CPU) probably won't work with it.
CPU-Z shows Model 4. So it's probably Deneb.
Could you try to unlock cache (or cores) with ACC?
Very Odd.. it's actually slower than a 5000+, hence not worthy of that model number..
Can't say I understand the purpose of this chip!
I will try that later , I don't have a board with ACC capable now:shrug:Quote:
Originally Posted by superpyton
Tested today with ACC Capable board
It Unlocks into something called "Phenom FX-5000 Quad Core"
I did run a few bench
I left the USB Flash with the bench and cap screen at work, so I will try to get them posted tomorrow ! :D
**** So far no one else notice that , I guess this is XtremeSystem Exclusive news *****
Stay tuned !;)
os it's an really phenom II 940, under the IHS.Quote:
Originally Posted by imamage
seems like a huge waste, to disable so much on something lol
I just set ACC => AUTO in BIOSQuote:
Originally Posted by demonkevy666
Reboot and it shows " Phenom FX 5000 Quad Core "
Booted up fine with Windows XP , and task manager shows up four thread monitor
CPU-Z 1.52.2 shows name "Phenom FX 5000"
But it doesn't show "Deneb" or "Propus"
The ACC trick unlocked 2 more core , 6MB L3 Cache
Just a quick test , I ran Cinebench R10 and the score match up
single-core score - 19xx
Multi-core score - 7xxx
I hate the part is I really want to share the benchmark cap screen with you guys but I left the stupid USB Flash drive at my work place. :shrug:
The CPU itself (w/o unlock) doesn't clock really high, only reach 2.7GHz with Default voltage
FYI , this is the CPU
http://discuz.servehttp.com/attachme...CLL5xN3DAF.jpg
Code : CACVC AC 0935 FPMW
Have fun !
I have seen a lot of people saying it has half the cache or 1/2 cache DA? Well I dont believe that is the case I think either a denab with 2 cores/caches and l3 DA or a Propus X2, taking the L2 and doing a split seem a little strange to me. If the yield is that bad then perhaps AMD has some big fab problems.
you can't have bad yields if you get X amount of partial good cpu's if means your volume is high, failure rate is an unknown at this point.Quote:
Originally Posted by Archer0915
some chips might not be bad either just needed to make volume.
at $58 this is steal with acc board. clock speed is low that is the only problem.
I can see your point but I still see an issue.Quote:
Originally Posted by demonkevy666
Why would AMD do this as there is already a CPU at this price point with the regor being $4 more? I could understand if they had been in a crunch but, this proc was released into a market that really did not need it. Perhaps they have a new stepping and want to clear the old out?
Why not ramp up the mulit a little since it is locked?
Could also be for bios/mb comparability reasons but I doubt it.
I was pointing out that it is strange.
Back when I was in management I had a little motto: "slow down to increase profitability and then slowly ramp up production with the highest quality in mind"
Look like AMD would replace the old stock with this one :D
Variety AMD processor for low-end user...
Quote:
Originally Posted by Archer0915
Seems to me that the yields are "too good",since there are so many different K10's around (I've lost count).
Besides AMD has no fabs,probabbly getting a good deal on the
surplus (?) of cpu's from the Global F. ;)
The L2 cache size gave this one away,Phenom FX that's
pretty good :up:
:rofl: that is one (optimistic) way to look at it :rofl:Quote:
Originally Posted by SocketMan
More pic
http://discuz.madness.no-ip.org/atta...GVN8s8kuir.jpg
http://discuz.madness.no-ip.org/atta...qydFq5uvSN.jpg
http://discuz.madness.no-ip.org/atta...o6qzxIE8Wc.jpg
CineBench R10
http://discuz.madness.no-ip.org/atta...oMzWs2F1pZ.jpg
It works nicely, pitty it's only 2.2GHz
Why in the name of god did AMD use Deneb and/or Propus dies for this :eek:
Why not just cut down a Regor lol
WTF is AMD doing:confused:
this is more interesting than Athlon 7750+ unlocking to quad core:ROTF:
try to overclock it,maybe it will go far
Sorry guys, some problems with the image host
I will reload the picture later
http://valid.canardpc.com/show_oc.php?id=751375
Here is the CPU-Z validation
Here is the re-upload Image
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http://img4.imageshack.us/img4/1931/...kedcineben.jpg
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http://img4.imageshack.us/img4/9253/...00unlocked.jpg
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http://img210.imageshack.us/img210/2...lockedsanq.jpg
http://img202.imageshack.us/img202/9...000default.jpg
And little overclock with 230HTT
http://valid.canardpc.com/show_oc.php?id=752107
CPU-Z Validated !
Wattage Image will be added later
Wattage meter
Default 2.2GHz , Quad Core , 1.3V , Cinebench R10 Bench
http://img242.imageshack.us/img242/3...hsmimg1840.jpg
http://img237.imageshack.us/img237/7...dsmimg1841.jpg
HT 230 x 11 , Quad Core , 1.3V , Cinebench R10 Single Core Bench
http://img237.imageshack.us/img237/3...0smimg1843.jpg
http://img97.imageshack.us/img97/696...0smimg1845.jpg
HT230 , Quad Core , 1.3V , Cinebench Multi-Core Bench
http://img242.imageshack.us/img242/2...0smimg1846.jpg
http://img243.imageshack.us/img243/2...0smimg1850.jpg
~119W
HT230 Linpack Test
http://img237.imageshack.us/img237/3...ksmimg1852.jpg
http://img237.imageshack.us/img237/6...ksmimg1854.jpg
~137W
BIOS CPU Information
http://img97.imageshack.us/img97/7210/smimg1828.jpg
something's up, it's like AMD is throwing chips out there they WANT to be unlocked by the enthusiast community. a name as nice as FX-5000 showing up out of the blue implies intent to me.
Yes, thats also what I suspect, but we don't know what percentage of these will unlock (chances), and if some are chips are different die's.Quote:
Originally Posted by biohead
If I knew I had a 100% chance of it unlocking in my purchase I'd be buying one of these (and a new mobo) in a heartbeat. Thing is, will it overclock?
Notice how it clocks like total crap even though he is holding it at 19*C? That would be my guess as to why. They probably require a certain amount of overhead to prove a chip will be 110% stable in high heat 100% load conditions and this chip just couldn't cut it.
Good deal for people willing to give the chip good cooling and not demand high clocks of it though!
Could you please show a photo about the CPU itself?Quote:
Originally Posted by imamage
I recon that its because of the DDR2 Only that these CPUs exist. Somewhere along the line they must have had some old DDR2 memory controllers and created these CPUs at the low end to use them up?
What I find interesting is the 65w Thermal claim if these are a deneb based CPU, I guess that's why they set the clock speed so low?
Anyway I've just ordered one from UK Supplier Scan, but it will not be here until Monday :( So will let you know how I get on!
Knowing my luck it will most likly be a single batch of CPUs which are deneb based... or I will end up with an unstable CPU / one which will not unlock at all! But we will see! :)
Anyone else going to give these a go?
Ordered one last night from the egg.
We'll see what it does.
I ordered one to, for $58 its worth a try.:shrug:
Sure thingQuote:
Originally Posted by Oliverda
http://discuz.servehttp.com/attachme...CLL5xN3DAF.jpg
Here it is :D
I am not good at overclocking, plus I am using Stock Cooler :shrug:Quote:
Originally Posted by Jakalwarrior
Thanks. Yes, it's definitely an AM2+ Deneb. CACVC :)Quote:
Originally Posted by imamage
wtf?...for busineess partners?
Am I right in assuming the stock cooler for this chip is the smaller one? Cooling on these is probably even more crucial in getting a good clock than it is on the higher binned chips.Quote:
Originally Posted by imamage
The challenge in clocking these will be the low multi, you'd need to get the ref clock running at 310 to get these running at a stock 965 clock speed. I was able to clock a 9550 agena to 3.0 using that multi, so these chips will probably go higher, but it's a lot more difficult to get a stable system by jacking up the ref clock as opposed to the core multi like on the unlockable 550's.
I may buy a few of these to screw around with, IMO it's fun clocking these K10's using the ref clock, but the results just aren't there when compared to black edition chips.
Received my CPU today :)Quote:
Originally Posted by gamesaregood
Got exactly the same stepping as the OP!
CACVC AC 0935FPMW
Its unlocked fine and showing as a Phenom FX5000 Quad Core just the same as OPs and the other thread on here :D
Currently testing it on prime and then will give overclocking a go :)
I'm using a Gigabyte GA-MA790X-UD4P with F8 Bios :)
buff - How did you get on with yours?
I got mine today but my bios doesn't support it yet.:( But I am glad to hear that they are unlocking though.:)
Also my stepping is
CACVC AC 0935CPMW
Mine is stable at 263x11 at 1.5Vcore :(
Does not clock well at all.
I have no clue:shrug:Quote:
Originally Posted by FlanK3r
I guess AMD is clearing up their Socket AM2+ Deneb Stock
Oh that's sadQuote:
Originally Posted by buff
1.5Vcore ?! What kind of cooler you got for this CPU? :confused:
OCZ Dominator I think......bought it a long time ago.
I have some more extensive testing to do, but it is just depressing right now :(
There is no way you need that many volts at those clocks, its got to be something else holding you back and please lower the volts!Quote:
Originally Posted by buff
What issues do you get when trying to go higher? have you lowered memory divider?
I presume you have all 4 cores unlocked and its totally stable at stock speed on all 4, no duff cores?
Anyway... I've been playing with my CPU and its still very much a working process... Its been a long time since I've not had a multi to play with :( and I'm try to remember how to clock properly!
I've currently in windows at 291x11 (3.2GHz) but its not stable on prime blend (3 Cores failed after 4mins), seems much better on small FFTs (see below, was a quick test, will try longer) so I think I've got some issues with NB / HT / Memory etc which I'm trying to work out, any ideas welcome!
I'm only using 1.4v at 3.2GHz and I might even try 1.35v again as I don't think I even need that much. I've tried more volts is not whats holding me back at the moment from going further. Memory is on a very low divider now (see below).
http://www.michaelscomputers.co.uk/p...X-5000_3.2.jpg
Just to confirm what I'm working with:
Air cooled with Tuniq 120 Tower
Gigabyte GA-MA790X-UD4P with F8 Bios
Running in an Antec 1200
Corsair HX620W PSU
CACVC AC 0935FPMW Stepping
Wow another AMD chip to unlock. Loving it.
Well, my chip is clocking great right now.
At 295x11 at 1.408Vcore.
The problem I had earlier was something weird with the memory divider I was using........right now I am using the 1.33 (533) multiplier
Ah yes I had very similar issues, I'm also using 533MHz and then clocking up from there..Quote:
Originally Posted by buff
I can't seem to get it prime stable at 3.2GHz though, not sure why as the cores which fail change also but I've had 2 working for 3+ Hours and then reboot and they fail straight away and another 1 or 2 are fine which failed before!
I'm running it like that and have not had any crashes in normal windows use yet, I'm working it if might be the IMC which is the issue but not sure how I could resolve that...
Going to keep testing over the weekend.
I'm tempted to order another one of these CPUs lol... see if it does any better... which will then end up in my other PC :)
With this clocked at 3.2Ghz with 4 cores unlocked (is that realistic?) how would this compare to an Athlon II X4 620 at 3.2Ghz?
I'm considering an upgrade, and this cpu is bundled with a GIGABYTE GA-MA785GM-US2H for $115 on newegg http://www.newegg.com/Product/ComboD...t=Combo.271915
I'm told that mobo would unlock the cpu to 4 cores.
I'm asking here for a mate at OCN who for some reason couldnt register here...
how many of you guys have bought the chips from newegg, and which of the guys who did, have been able to unlock it?
If you get 3.2Ghz stable across 4 cores(unlocked mode) I'd say it would be around 10-15% faster overall compared to 3.2Ghz Athlon X4. In games the difference can get higher than 20% ,but that's average fps figure while the most important,the min. fps figure, would not change much since it's the gpu limited at that point(cpu limited is the highest fps figure which is basically irrelevant for anyone except review sites)Quote:
Originally Posted by quadomatic
I bought two chips from Mwave for $50 each shipped. (OEM tray models). 0936CPMW stepping, 0109 and 0188 were the last 4 on third line.
Both unlocked and ran stable stock, OC'd to 3.3, but best performance with these chips was with ~3.0Ghz on the core because ram clocks massively suffer after that point. I don't think I'm near the limit of the cores though but the x11 multi is crippling everything.
The IMC/NB is very weak on these, they run stock 1.6ghz at the same volts my 940 needs for 2.6Ghz (1.4V is the stock cpu nb-vid on my 5000+'s, the 940's was much lower and I'm overvolting it to 1.4v), and like I said can't clock ram at all once the chip starts to run semi-quick. (could be my board and it's dislike of 300 and greater HT ref clocks, but it will go higher with my full-fledged denebs so I doubt it).
I have a 9550 B3 agena that runs better than these chips, if that helps to put it into perspective. Doesn't clock as high, but will run all day at 3.0 with ram at 1066 and NB at 2.4ghz. These won't.
FYI i'm testing these in a DFI 790FXB-M2RSH, under a TRUE black with 2 fans, and they're driving 4x2GB of patriot viper 1066 DDR2. Vista Ultimate X64. The weak IMC is probably compounded by running 4 dimm's, but I'm sure any chip in the PII/AII line wouldn't have as bad of IMC/NB problems.
I really think you should try with only two dimm slots populated. I've seen many reporting problems with four dimms...Quote:
Originally Posted by daellum67
Why? My phenom II's work fine with 4 dimms and the memory controller on those is the same revision as on these 5000+'s. That's what I run 24/7.
I have no doubt that the athlons will clock better with only 2 dimms, but it needs to be mentioned that their memory controllers (at least in my examples) are significantly weaker than the ones in higher binned chips.
I can't find the X2 5000 on mwave. Could you post a link?
It's gone now apparently. I have no idea why.
This is the other option I found though: http://www.ewiz.com/detail.php?name=AD5000ODJ
There is people able to unlock the cores and L3 altogether.
Yeah, everything on my chips unlocked.
http://img5.imageshack.us/img5/562/img3108v.th.jpg
http://img196.imageshack.us/img196/8769/img3107z.th.jpg
Multi is really low though, so(for me) stability starts to fall apart after 3-3.1.
Last week buy four Athlon x2 5000+. All processors were unlocked to Phenom FX-5000 Quad-Core:up:.
CACVC AC 0935CPEW
9395052190052
http://pic.ipicture.ru/uploads/09102...9UQ1BRAFXS.png
CACBC AC 0935BPMW
9389332190047
http://pic.ipicture.ru/uploads/09102...u2Ko0L15sv.png
CACVC AC 0935CPEW
9395052190537
http://pic.ipicture.ru/uploads/09102...VNXL5qQ1fD.png
CACBC AC 0935BPMW
9389332190050
http://pic.ipicture.ru/uploads/09102...Md7CO28vOc.png
Two of them is overclocked to 3.3Ghz, by default voltage:
CACVC AC 0935CPEW
9395052190052
http://pic.ipicture.ru/uploads/09102...0MbdRx4nef.png
CACVC AC 0935CPEW
9395052190537
http://pic.ipicture.ru/uploads/09102...PUH91nL7K8.png
Other two were overclocked to 3.2Ghz and 2.8Ghz, but i don't make a screenshot((.
As you can see, processors with marks CPEW have VID 1,328V and BPMW have VID 1,312V. That strangely enough it was displayed at a dispersal stage on base pressure. Namely that the first and the third were successfully overclocked and were tested on 3,3Ghz, the second on 2,8Ghz, and the fourth through time passed a link on 3,3Ghz.
I got mine unlocked just now to triple core. tried quad but cant boot to windows.
Anyways is it possible to get multiplier above 11x?
nm forgot this was non black edition
Hahaha I find this quite funny. Looks like AMD seems to have some sort of sense of humor in this. They binned some Deneb cores pretty low, sold em as Athlon X2 5000+s and came up with Phenom FX-5000 moniker when they are unlocked.
I mean an FX series with a locked multiplier would sound dumb, unless its sold as a dual core :) That being said, there's obviously no room for an FX line. Until we get some 6-cores :)
I've just purchased one of these for around usd 51 (box version), using it with magic pro motherboard, it to has unlocked the 4 cores and L3 caches memory, what I want to know are these unlockable features true quad core and L3 caches memories. when put against a true quad core cpu with L3, does the X2 5000 really take full advantage of the extra core and L3.
also upto now there are about 7 batches of CPU with certain serial number are able to be fully unlocked.
kms
It works just like a typical Quad Core
Best deal hands down on any CPU at this moment. I picked up one from Newegg 2 weeks ago that's running all 4 cores @ 3.26Ghz(296x11). I just ordered another for the hell of it. Running both on dual ASRock A790GXH/128M mobo's. With deals like this, I'll wait to upgrade to DDR3.
BTW, solid CPU. I have one running a VM with F@H and pushing 5100 PPD. Not bad for a $65.00 CPU and considering that my 3.6GHZ Q9550 only produced 6K PPD in same set-up.
http://img.techpowerup.org/100106/Capture006527.jpg
Lol pretty neat. Buying an X2 CPU and just unlock it with 4 cores and some extra L3 cache :D
I'm considering also an CPU-upgrade, right now its the older X2 5200+ 2.6GHz @ 3.2GHz, alot of info i see in here complies with ocíng my CPU, the internal memory controller just boots out at a certain speed. Higher voltage does'nt do nothing at all.
Hey!
I buy two A64 X2 5000+ processors. Both are manufactured in week 35.
They overclocked to 2.7Ghz. Tips for the 3Ghz?
Cool name, Phenom FX-5000 :)
Still thinking about getting this. What motherboard did everyone get?
Lots of people used the US2H gigabyte motherboard.
I have been using 2-ASRock A790GXH/128M. Both have been successful unlocking multiple CPU's.Quote:
Originally Posted by quadomatic
I have Asus M4A79 Deluxe.Quote:
Originally Posted by quadomatic
When overclock Athlon II X4 620, i got FSB to 287.
But, my computer not boot, if I put FSB 255 (5000+).
I finally decided to order, picked up the 5000+ and a US2H motherboard from newegg. Keeping my fingers crossed...
It was like $144 for the cpu and mobo...if I decided to go with either the Phenom II X2 or X3 it would've been at least $190, and then to go with Core i5 it would've been at least $400, so I think I made out pretty well...well then again we'll see if it unlocks first
I picked up a 2nd from Newegg and it performs identically to the 1st. Max O/C is still 3.26 Ghz rock solid @ 1.45V. Even a 100mhz bump will bring BSOD. Oh well, $65.00 for a 3.2ghz Phenom II x4 is still a great deal:D.
When did you order this second one? Also, are you using stock cooling or a different one?Quote:
Originally Posted by Buck Nasty
I'm using a Cooler Master HyperTX2 on my BSEL'd E2200 right now, so I'm just going to take that off and use it on the Athlon 5000+.
update: :banana::banana::banana::banana: I just realized I don't know for sure where I left the piece that allows my HyperTX2 to attach to AMD sockets. I went ahead and purchased a Freezer 7 Pro...hopefully that $30 was worth it because I just brought my total cost to like $200...
what cpu is that?Quote:
Originally Posted by Buck Nasty
my dad has the same board and maybe i can upgrade him for cheap
Last year in December i bought one from a local store, but i have no idea if it unlocks since i don't have a motherboard to test it on (the guys at the store told me it was returned, probably because it wouldn't unlock, can't confirm that though).
Anyway, here it is. As far as i searched.. there's only about a 30% chance that this series unlocks.
I'm planning on testing it on either a ASRock A790GMH/128M or a Gigabyte GA-MA785GM-US2H.. having a hard time choosing though, either the benefits of the 790 chipset or the benefits of UD tech. from Gigabyte (crossing out the IGP and other functions such as CF, RAID etc. i'm still in a bit of a bind here and don't quite know which chipset between the 2 provides better performance, boardwise the Gigabyte is better, but chipset wise..)
I took out the S/N from the pic.
AD5000ODJ22GI, CACVC AC 0937 EPDW
Anyone know anything about this particular CPU ? it's a Deneb alright.. but will it unlock ? (i know it blends :D)
I'll come back with further info if i get any.
P.S.: I hope the image doesn't show in the post as huge as it does in the "preview-post".
I ordered the second one on 01-06-10 from Newegg. Using Coolermaster Hyper 212 Plus to keep it @ 45c running a VM for F@H.Quote:
Originally Posted by quadomatic
meh, price went up $5Quote:
Originally Posted by Newblar
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...-716-_-Product
It should still be $55 on eWiz.Quote:
Originally Posted by Buck Nasty
I'm guessing they're running out of stock.
SuperBiiz has a coupon code for 10% off. Wow, $49.50usd for a quad core Phenom II when using the correct mobo. This is crazy. Kinda upsets me that I bought 2 @ Newegg for 65.00.Quote:
Originally Posted by quadomatic
http://img.techpowerup.org/100116/Capture002.jpg
Good buy. I would've bought from SuperBiiz but they require that your billing and shipping address be the same, and it's not for me since I'm living at a college dorm room.Quote:
Originally Posted by Buck Nasty
Newegg is out and appears to have discontinued the item. Get em' while you can.
Wow, that's pretty fast. I guess eWiz still has plenty though (we hope). mwave did but they stopped selling them a long time ago.Quote:
Originally Posted by Buck Nasty
eWiz/Superbiiiz might be the only retailer that still carries them...
Well I got my Freezer 7 Pro...cpu and mobo arrive monday, still keeping my fingers crossed
I have yet to hear of this chip not unlocking if correct mobo is used.Quote:
Originally Posted by quadomatic
hmm.. which mobo are you suggesting ? (i already have 2 rallied up, will either of those do ? ..unlocked a Phenom 550 with the ASRock A790GMH/128M)Quote:
Originally Posted by Buck Nasty
Quote:
Originally Posted by alexs2tank
ASRock 790GX chipset will work(I have A790GXH/128M).Quote:
Originally Posted by alexs2tank
I just noticed that it's probably a good sign that newegg ran out...well it is for me, since you (buck nasty) ordered your 2nd one on the 6th. I ordered one less than a week after you and now they ran out, meaning we both probably ordered from some same last batch they received. I have heard of at least a couple people that have not been able to unlock...
Hopefully that doesn't happen to me! For now, I must slumber...the cpu will arrive tomorrow.
Update: damn! it didn't get delivered today because my front desk wasn't open to accept mail today...
Just to check, since I haven't actually had to actually overclock for some time now (my current system uses a pin mod), the unlock simply consists of the ACC core unlock, and then raising the vcore and fsb to increase the cpu clock speed, correct?
For my case
I just enable ACC and it unlocks into Phenom FX-5000 Quad Core :)
in hong kong this cpu is readly available, about 90% are unlockable, I do know of two of them, with certain serial number not unlockable ( i will try to dig out the info), and not all motherboard with acc function are able to unlock the features,
just checking, but will I have any issues overclocking because of my RAM?
I'm using 2 sticks of 1GB HP DDR2 667mhz (those sticks they were selling for $3 each 2 years ago) and 1 stick of 2GB Corsair Dominator 1066mhz.
I'd stick with the 2gb stick of Corsair as far as the overclock is concerned. Just enable ACC(auto), drop the HT and ram multi, and raise the FSB. When it gets unstable, add a little more voltage. Watch your ram speed via CPU-Z to keep it in check. On a low end chipset, you will prob only get 3.0-3.2ghz.Quote:
Originally Posted by quadomatic
Hopefully the Gigabyte US2H isn't a low end chipset (AMD 785G/SB710).
So I can't use all 3 sticks of ram then?
The 2 sticks of 677 will cause the 1066 to operate at 667, which is not ideal for your best overclock attempt. What OS are you going to run?Quote:
Originally Posted by quadomatic
Windows 7 x64Quote:
Originally Posted by Buck Nasty
Someone told me that the HP ram would easily hit 400mhz if vdimm was raised to 2.0...I'm not sure what that means exactly, but does that relate to the FSB of the motherboard?
So, DDR2 is quad pumped...so was he telling me that the HP ram would be able to handle an FSB of 400mhz? For an OC of 3.2 ghz I would only need an fsb of 290mhz, correct?
GDDR5 is quad pumped...your post is confusing the heck out of me.Quote:
Originally Posted by quadomatic
If you have two sticks of 667 and two of 1066, the ram in whole reverts to the lowest SPD. 667. FSB has nothing to do with RAM unless you are pushing RAM clocks by upping it.
So, am I okay to use 1 stick of 2GB 1066 and 2 sticks of 1 GB 667? I knew that all the ram clocks get dropped to 667. That doesn't really bother me.Quote:
Originally Posted by BeepBeep2
Does, however, me having ram running at 667mhz affect my ability to raise fsb in overclocking the CPU (and if so how does it affect?)?
You will have to drop your ram divider to compensate for the FSB overclocking the ram. This is why the 1066 ram is better for overclocking(you can run a higher divider).Quote:
Originally Posted by quadomatic