Name: gustavito_86 Date: January 21, 2008 at 08:53:03 Pacific Subject: Overclocking a Quad Q6600 OS: Windows Vista CPU/Ram: Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600 2
Comment:
I have a question about overclocking an Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600 running at 2.4:
1. Will I see a noticeable increase in performance if I overclock it to 3.0? 2. Will the temperature increase too much? 3. Will I be required to buy additional cooling? 4. Last but not least, do I do this on the bios, and if so, how?
1. yes 2. no 3. no 4. yes, in the BIOS. It would be helpful if you'd post the make/model of your board & RAM.
Since you have a 1066MHz FSB CPU, the RAM should be set to DDR533, regardless of the fact that you may have DDR667, DDR800 or faster RAM. The PCI-Express bus should be locked at 100MHz. All Spread Spectrum settings should be disabled. Increase CPU frequency from 266MHz to 333MHz.
Results? CPU at 3.0GHz @ 1333MHz FSB with RAM running in sync at DDR667 speed.
"So all I have to do is to increase CPU frequency from 266MHz to 333MHz?"
NO! You have to make all the other BIOS changes I listed or the system won't boot. If you don't know the make/model of your board or RAM, you shouldn't be messing with it.
"Answer to please all" The only reason I would suggest oc'ing your CPU is for enthusiast & benchmarking reasons. Most apps dont even utilize the Quads yet, and I have not seen much benefit from my OC'ing...esp w/gaming.
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Overclocking isn't always about maxing the CPU speed. The biggest performance gains for Intel systems come from running a faster FSB. Even if gustavito_86's CPU was reclocked to 6 x 400MHz (2.4GHz) rather than 9 x 266MHz (2.4GHz), he *should* have a more responsive system, plus he'd be able to take full advantage of his RAM (assuming he has DDR2-800). Of course, his motherboard/chipset would have to be capable of running the 400MHz bus speed (aka 1600MHz FSB).
AMD systems have no FSB so overclocking them is ALL about the CPU speed.
Looking at the specs to your DigitalStorm system, I see a lot of things I would have done differently.
1st of all, I feel SLi configs are a huge waste of money. Not only do you have to purchase 2 video cards, but you need a higher end PSU capable of handling them. Plus there will be additional energy costs associated with running 2 those cards & PSU. And what does all this added cost bring you? 10-20 more FPS's on games that are already running at 80FPS? Do you really think your eyes can distinguish between 80FPS & 100FPS? Benchmarks can, mere mortals cannot.
2nd, assuming SLI is ruled out, a board based on the Intel P35 chipset would be a better choice.
3rd, PC8500 RAM...why? It's been shown time & time again that best performance on Intel systems is had when the CPU & RAM run in sync. So to take full advantage of your PC2-8500 (DDR2-1066) RAM, you'd have to jack the CPU freq up to 533MHz. AFAIK, that's not possible with ANY of the current motherboard chipsets, at least not without extreme cooling. And if you're running your CPU freq at one speed & your RAM freq at another, you're losing performance.
Then there's the X-Fi Fatal1ty soundcard. Granted, it's an excellent card, but given the quality of current onboard digital audio chipsets, was it really necessary? To me, that'd be something to buy later, after determining whether the onboard sound has adequate or not.
From reading your other postings, I realize that you like to spend your money...maybe it comes with your job? LOL! I like to spend my money too, but I like to get the most bang for my buck. That's why I'll NEVER "invest" in a new car, especially not a Chrysler! Actually, I used to own an 84 Daytona TurboZ...it was the 1st & last Chrysler product I will ever own.
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If it's an FX series there is a few basic settings that allows you to overclock your processor, but nothing indepth, it's more on the lines of an auto overclocking feature.
So i got a computer from Dell inspiron 520 with q6600 quad processor your saying there might not be a way to OC the processor. I mean when i get home im gonna check in my BIOS but not if you tell me there is no way :) ALso does OC'ing void the warranty? And can Dell find out if i put it back to normal before service?
Got my associates in network administration that doesn't say much for me :
Generally speaking, OEM systems (Dell, Gateway, eMachines, HP/Compaq, etc) use a "crippled" BIOS that prevents too much user tampering. The only way to overclock them is by using overclocking software such as ClockGen, CPUFSB, SoftFSB & a few others. Even so, this software approach doesn't have anywhere near the necessary options a true overclockable BIOS has, so the results are limited.
Gustavito This Post purely for information. maybe upgrading the cpu is the key here :?
Some more information regarding OC the fx530 OEMD975XBGG1 (theres a few variations apparently) & im probably opening a can of worms here, ...
assuming its a gateway FX530XT OEMD975XBGG1 & not one someones tinkered about with the FX530 should have an Extreme edition processor which apparently is unlocked. So this info pertains to that core only. (The Q6600 is locked so this is irrelevant) any way... ################################################## DISCLAIMER: AT YOUR OWN RISK.
From the ?ateway manual... Overclocking the Processor Extreme Edition QX6700. If your computer comes with an Extreme Edition CPU, the CPU is unlocked which means its clock speed can be increased (blah etc etc) To change the clock speed of your processor. Turn off your computer and disconect the power cord. place your system on its side with the side access panel facing up. Follow antistatic precautions.
heres the bit your looking for....
On the motherboard, locate jumper "J3C2 bios config" remove the jumper bridging pins 1+2 and bridge pins 2+3 ,maintenance position. reconect power and boot, bios should appear. Select "Performance tab" Select "Set processor Multiplier" use +/- keys to adjust, (your choice your risk) F10 & Y (exit accept changes to bios)
REINSTALL J3C2 JUMPER TO NORMAL MODE. Turn off computer. (hmmm ppl may comment further hey i didnt write the manual!) close the case reconnect the power cord.
Turn the computer on If the jumper is in the correct position and the multiplier is low enough, your computer should start normally. #######################################
well id leave well alone myself thats an expensive pc to wreck.
Some of the people here are being rude and lame lol! Let me help you out here.
I overclocked MY Quad Core AND have No Issues!!!!!
I still feel though that I have an unstable system :( Everytime I restart, my system always turns off and then on, IDK why.
Well, I am not sure how to on your system, since Mine is an ASUS P5B-E Motherboard and yours a Gateway.
Anyways, here is what you need to do if you want to overclock your Quad Core Q6600. I am new to overclocking myself haha! Well, I would first, restart your computer and then go into your BIOS. Then search for Northbridge Controller Chipset, then Change from 266 to 333, lock the PCI Express and then Disable any SpeedStep Spreading. If you cannot find it in your BIOS, then you will need to research how to Overclock Gateway Motherboards, or try to search for the jumpers in the motherboard, or IDK, contact Gateway or something.
Well, I hope my answers help. Computing.net could have people that can fuss before truely answering your question. IDK why, just don't fall for any of that.
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"I overclocked MY Quad Core AND have No Issues!!!!!"
Maybe so, but you don't have a Gateway.
"If you cannot find it in your BIOS, then you will need to research how to Overclock Gateway Motherboards, or try to search for the jumpers in the motherboard, or IDK, contact Gateway or something."
Yeah, I'm sure the people at Gateway will be very helpful & will tell you exactly how to overclock & void your warranty...lol
"Computing.net could have people that can fuss before truely answering your question. IDK why, just don't fall for any of that"
And some people should just stick to asking questions, not answering them.
So what is the advantage over the disadvantage from oc'ing from a software perspective? They should have some bios verions that you can flash with that wipes the manufactures and lets you implement your own :) Anything like that
I overclocked my FX530B Duo CPU by trial and error. I did notice some improvement, but not like that found with the AMD systems I've built. I managed to OC it until it locked and wouldn't boot. Had to remove the CMOS, put in a penny for a few hours until the CMOS was completely cleared, clear the BIOS, and now it's been running in stock mode. I have another new er one here with the Quad6600. If I have time, I'll try it as well. IMHO, it's not worth the effort.
Found this whilst looking for ways to OC my FX530QS. It seems only the XT and XL models enable the OC menu in the bios. So I'm wondering how you got to it on your FX530S?
The only likely menu is the memory settings but I can only adjust the memory timings not the FSB or core voltage...
Is there anyway to fool the bios into thinking it's an XT or XL...? OR maybe some key combination to enable the engineering bios menu? I know my Q6600 isn't unlocked but I can still OC the FSB somewhat like you can on the newer Dell XPS 630
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