Hey, this isn't accurate *yet* but with the help of you guys I was thinking, we should make a little guide explaining each voltage, as I'm yet to see much info on voltages in one place (I find that I have to go hunting for info on each voltage).
I was thinking of writing what they are called, what they are, what range to keep them between and when to change them. It's not intended as a guide to be 100% correct for every mothorboard/setup, but something to kind of give people an idea of what to do/try when they run into boot, post and stability problems.
I'll get the ball rolling, I'm no overclocking pro so what I've got here could be wrong. Reply with your additions or tell me what to change - or if this idea is just generally bad for any reason then tell me...
Looking for help with your voltages? Don't read this stuff yet, it could be wrong - I'm awaiting feedback and help
vCore CPU Voltage
Keep below 1.45v with Core2Duo, especially the E6300. Very CPU specific. Generally don't exceed +0.2v to stock, but research for your CPU first.
Raise when won't boot/post, or shuts down - only when temps allow for it
vDIMM RAM Voltage
Keep below 2.2 for most DDR2 RAM.
Raise when unstable/wont post, and only when temps allow for it
MCH Northbridge Voltage
Keep below +0.2v
Raise when wont boot/post or is unstable
FSB FSB Voltage
Keep below +0.2v
Raise when won't boot/post or is unstable
... Anything else?
Any other voltages that are sometimes fiddled with? Or have I just written the shortest and most pointless guide ever
I was thinking of writing what they are called, what they are, what range to keep them between and when to change them. It's not intended as a guide to be 100% correct for every mothorboard/setup, but something to kind of give people an idea of what to do/try when they run into boot, post and stability problems.
I'll get the ball rolling, I'm no overclocking pro so what I've got here could be wrong. Reply with your additions or tell me what to change - or if this idea is just generally bad for any reason then tell me...
Looking for help with your voltages? Don't read this stuff yet, it could be wrong - I'm awaiting feedback and help
vCore CPU Voltage
Keep below 1.45v with Core2Duo, especially the E6300. Very CPU specific. Generally don't exceed +0.2v to stock, but research for your CPU first.
Raise when won't boot/post, or shuts down - only when temps allow for it
vDIMM RAM Voltage
Keep below 2.2 for most DDR2 RAM.
Raise when unstable/wont post, and only when temps allow for it
MCH Northbridge Voltage
Keep below +0.2v
Raise when wont boot/post or is unstable
FSB FSB Voltage
Keep below +0.2v
Raise when won't boot/post or is unstable
... Anything else?
Any other voltages that are sometimes fiddled with? Or have I just written the shortest and most pointless guide ever