First OC

[marcus.slee]

Hi - first OC wanted some quick advice

got a Q6600 arriving in a few days, wanted to try out on my current build to learn for the real thing.....

running Abit IP35-E, DualCore E2180@2ghz, Arctic Cooling Freezer 7 Pro CPU Cooler (Socket LGA775)

my starting multiplier is 10

is my best bet to just increase the cpu speed by 10 incrementally and see how I go? When should I think about lowering the multipler? I don't want to start messing around with voltage tbh. I've read that the E2180 can hit 3ghz if cooled properly - I'd be happy with a nice and easy 2.5.

also - stupid question probably - I downloaded Everest Ultimate edition and can't see any temps although I read that it would display them? Also - is prime95 best stress test? my winzip's run out so struggling to extract - any alternatives or free winzip alternatives?

any advice appreciated!

 

[marcus.slee]

sorry ignore the temp question - core temp's doing that fine. am I right in thinking I don't want to get above 60degrees in either core?

 

[pob9]

in everyday use around the low 60's shud be ur limit but when stressing ur q6600 for stability with intel burn test the low 70's is ok