I just ran a benchmark on my computer, and the result is less than satisfying.
Turns out my actual bus speed is 600 Mhz lower than Projected.
As you can see here:
How can i fix that?
[As soon as i get my hands on Windows 7, i'm getting a quad core.]
Processor Bus Speed
Created 14 years ago2009-08-14 16:42:45 UTC by
Tetsu0
Created 14 years ago2009-08-14 16:42:45 UTC by
Tetsu0
Posted 14 years ago2009-08-14 16:44:16 UTC
Post #271977
Hey guys got a question for all you technical folk.
I just ran a benchmark on my computer, and the result is less than satisfying.
Turns out my actual bus speed is 600 Mhz lower than Projected.
As you can see here:My processor is SUPOSSED to be running an 800 Mhz bus, but it's actually running a 200Mhz Bus...
How can i fix that?
[As soon as i get my hands on Windows 7, i'm getting a quad core.]
I just ran a benchmark on my computer, and the result is less than satisfying.
Turns out my actual bus speed is 600 Mhz lower than Projected.
As you can see here:
How can i fix that?
[As soon as i get my hands on Windows 7, i'm getting a quad core.]
Posted 14 years ago2009-08-14 17:01:03 UTC
Post #271978
because Busxmultiplier= actual speed
do the maths
do the maths
Posted 14 years ago2009-08-14 17:51:06 UTC
Post #271981
Damn That's so misleading.
Upon further research, i guess the core 2 duos are 'quad pumped' (whatever the hell that means) So it's really running at 200 tho it says 800.... Anyway
Could anyone recommend a safe overclocking speed?
Maybe 233Mhz? Or 220Mhz?
-Side note, just installed a 120mm Exhaust fan and threw some arctic silver on my heat-sync, get rid of that stock junk.
Trying to keep the comp nice and cool. Is there any way to monitor the core temp if you don't have a case thermometer? Becuase i want to overclock, but i dont want to do it blind.
Upon further research, i guess the core 2 duos are 'quad pumped' (whatever the hell that means) So it's really running at 200 tho it says 800.... Anyway
Could anyone recommend a safe overclocking speed?
Maybe 233Mhz? Or 220Mhz?
-Side note, just installed a 120mm Exhaust fan and threw some arctic silver on my heat-sync, get rid of that stock junk.
Trying to keep the comp nice and cool. Is there any way to monitor the core temp if you don't have a case thermometer? Becuase i want to overclock, but i dont want to do it blind.
Posted 14 years ago2009-08-14 18:03:02 UTC
Post #271982
SpeedFan or some similiar app.
And a what's a safe overclocking speed pretty much depends on your system.
And a what's a safe overclocking speed pretty much depends on your system.
Posted 14 years ago2009-08-14 18:26:14 UTC
Post #271986
I'm underclocking my graphics card. My room turns into a sauna every time I turn my computer on and the fans sounds like jet engines.
Posted 14 years ago2009-08-14 21:20:21 UTC
Post #271988
Overclocking is pointless. Don't do it.
Posted 14 years ago2009-08-15 00:30:17 UTC
Post #271990
An overclocked CPU or GPU is pretty much like a Cheetah. In the case of the Cheetah, it has a reputed running top speed of 70mph. But it can only maintain that amazing land speed for a short, 2 minute sprint, due to the fact that the Cheetah will get highly exhausted and quickly loose stamina to maintain that speed.
Well, the same way an overclocked PC will give you an initial speed performance boost while in use, but at a price. The more overclocked the PC is, the faster it will heat up, the sooner it's start loosing it's speed, which could lead to system overheat, which could lead to total system failure. That's why overclocked PCs are usually loaded with extra cooling fans, but even that has it's limits.
Oh yea, to make matters worst, many PC components manufactures will void the warranty on any of their products that get overclocked. Now, I am not really saying you can't or should overclock your PC, all I 'm saying is to be carefull on how much you overclock any given component.
But above all, keep an eye on the heat index, and if you see it rising quickly, just be ready to shut down your PC and to give it a few hours to cool off. I myself have an overclocked laptop for 7 years now without any overheat problems. It's all about using your head, that's all.
EDIT: But in the end, if you are not sure or have doubts about overclocking, then by all means take Penguinboy's tip and don't overclock, it's the safer bet.
Well, the same way an overclocked PC will give you an initial speed performance boost while in use, but at a price. The more overclocked the PC is, the faster it will heat up, the sooner it's start loosing it's speed, which could lead to system overheat, which could lead to total system failure. That's why overclocked PCs are usually loaded with extra cooling fans, but even that has it's limits.
Oh yea, to make matters worst, many PC components manufactures will void the warranty on any of their products that get overclocked. Now, I am not really saying you can't or should overclock your PC, all I 'm saying is to be carefull on how much you overclock any given component.
But above all, keep an eye on the heat index, and if you see it rising quickly, just be ready to shut down your PC and to give it a few hours to cool off. I myself have an overclocked laptop for 7 years now without any overheat problems. It's all about using your head, that's all.
EDIT: But in the end, if you are not sure or have doubts about overclocking, then by all means take Penguinboy's tip and don't overclock, it's the safer bet.
Posted 14 years ago2009-08-15 02:40:52 UTC
Post #271991
Overclocking is pointless.Computers are pointless.
Posted 14 years ago2009-08-15 05:54:16 UTC
Post #271994
Hm? With any decent custom fan, overclocking is no big deal. Stock fans are terrible in comparison. Just monitor heat carefully, like Tito said, and you'll be fine.
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