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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!
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!