My first overclock 1055T

Hellfire · May 17, 2010, 07:05 PM

Hello people, before anyone says I am reading the stickys but would like some advice,

So I've never overclocked before, as a lot overclocking to me was always a "scary thing!" however I do not believe it is so much any more so I would like to OC.

I'm waiting for my new PC to be delivered, it is a AMD x6 1055T and from what I've been told I can easily get more out of it.

Cooling in the case is the following
Corsair Hydro Series H50 - CPU Cooling and
1 x 200mm Case fan
5 x 1200mm Case fans

(it's a Antec1200)

So first question, rather stupid but with it sitting at 2.8 what do you think is a "safe" stable I can reach with this cooling, I would still like it to be quite cool temp wise but I do want to get my monies worth.

Also, what is the best way to go about OCing the processor? does it put more strain on the motherboard also?

TRIPTEX_CAN · May 17, 2010, 07:15 PM

You should be able to get 3.8Ghz or more out of that CPU. It will make the system faster and game will perform better imo. You will increase the stress on the motherboard but nothing above the levels it was tested for. AMD systems have always been big on overclocking and boards designed for them are able to handle the load.... within reason. Since this is your first OC I doubt you'll hit the same extreme clocks that world record holders are pushing with similar hardware. Your colling should be sufficient to handle the OC as well.

I don't actually know jack about OCing AMD systems but I can imagine someone else will be here soon that can give solid advice.

Hellfire · May 17, 2010, 07:16 PM

Thank you my friend!

I know jack either, 3.8, sweet, I was looking at around 3.5 but hay why not.

The system spec of my new system are what are at the side.

r9 · May 17, 2010, 07:18 PM

Voltage and frequency are relative. You just make sure that you keep the temps around 65C at full load.

TRIPTEX_CAN · May 17, 2010, 07:20 PM

Looks like a good system. Nice choice in PSU... Corsair are the best imo. If you dont have that system clocked to at least 3.5 before Wednesday I'll eat my mouse.

Welcome to TPU .. Nothing remains stock

Hellfire · May 17, 2010, 07:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TRIPTEX_MTL

Looks like a good system. Nice choice in PSU... Corsair are the best imo. If you dont have that system clocked to at least 3.5 before Wednesday I'll eat my mouse.

Welcome to TPU .. Nothing remains stock

Cheers, you'll be eating your mouse, read ma post, still in production! lol!!! but know, I'll play about, get use to her then OC her.

vaiopup · May 17, 2010, 07:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hellfire

does it put more strain on the motherboard also?

Increasing various voltages works the board, yes.

surfingerman · May 17, 2010, 07:26 PM

looks good you should have plenty of extra processor power for your GPU, so when you want to upgrade in a few years or whatever just switch out the GPU and you should still be golden

Hellfire · May 17, 2010, 07:28 PM

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Originally Posted by surfingerman

looks good you should have plenty of extra processor power for your GPU, so when you want to upgrade in a few years or whatever just switch out the GPU and you should still be golden

yeah im thinking upgrading to a second 5850.. or a single 5970 (when I need to)

vaiopup · May 17, 2010, 07:29 PM

Don't forget to factor in a half-decent power supply.

Hellfire · May 17, 2010, 07:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vaiopup

Don't forget to factor in a half-decent power supply.

Check my system spec to the left, I believe it should be sufficient.

vaiopup · May 17, 2010, 07:31 PM

Yup, overkill even

TRIPTEX_CAN · May 17, 2010, 07:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hellfire

Cheers, you'll be eating your mouse, read ma post, still in production! lol!!! but know, I'll play about, get use to her then OC her.

Can I use BBQ sauce with it?

Hellfire · May 17, 2010, 07:45 PM

Is it best to OC using the BIOS or a program in windows, like Clockgen or a newer/modern version

vaiopup · May 17, 2010, 07:46 PM

Bios.

Hellfire · May 17, 2010, 07:49 PM

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Originally Posted by vaiopup

Bios.

Okay, mind if I ask why, from what I read using a program seems safer? but I'll play around see what I can find. when it arrives, and look on my older system.

vaiopup · May 17, 2010, 07:52 PM

Fine tuning is best done at bios level.

I thought Clockgen died out with nforce 3 lol.

Hellfire · May 17, 2010, 07:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by vaiopup

Fine tuning is best done at bios level.

I thought Clockgen died out with nforce 3 lol.

yeah just realised the guide is 3years old but a modern equivalent. looks like its the bios then!

brandonwh64 · May 17, 2010, 07:54 PM

AMD Overdrive is your best bet unless the board came with some windows OC tools

vaiopup · May 17, 2010, 07:55 PM

Modern bioses are pretty forgiving......if things go pear shaped they tend to just reboot you at stock.
Plus with many boards you can save profiles.

I prefer the fast and loose approach

Hellfire · May 17, 2010, 07:55 PM

ooo so Brandon your saying Program over Bios!

I guess it is preference but i'll keep reading!

vaiopup · May 17, 2010, 07:57 PM

Play within windows then make permanent changes in bios once you're happy with things.
Guess I just got used to doing things the old way.....they make it too easy and boring now.

Long live nforce2

brandonwh64 · May 17, 2010, 07:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Hellfire

ooo so Brandon your saying Program over Bios!

I guess it is preference but i'll keep reading!

No bios is best, i just say use AMD overdrive to get a ruff OC and then fine tune it with bios and then stablility test

Hellfire · May 17, 2010, 08:03 PM

Thanks, will do, I'll use AMD overdrive then fine tune in bios.

I get how to but from what I read there is two ways, raising the multiplier and raising the FSB, which is best or is this an old way and it has change.

Hellfire · May 17, 2010, 08:20 PM

Or do I change both? is it more trial and error?

May 17, 2010, 07:05 PM	#1
Hellfire Join Date: May 2010 Location: Essex, England Posts: 286 (0.26/day) Thanks: 75 Thanked 30 Times in 21 Posts System Specs	My first overclock 1055T Hello people, before anyone says I am reading the stickys but would like some advice, So I've never overclocked before, as a lot overclocking to me was always a "scary thing!" however I do not believe it is so much any more so I would like to OC. I'm waiting for my new PC to be delivered, it is a AMD x6 1055T and from what I've been told I can easily get more out of it. Cooling in the case is the following Corsair Hydro Series H50 - CPU Cooling and 1 x 200mm Case fan 5 x 1200mm Case fans (it's a Antec1200) So first question, rather stupid but with it sitting at 2.8 what do you think is a "safe" stable I can reach with this cooling, I would still like it to be quite cool temp wise but I do want to get my monies worth. Also, what is the best way to go about OCing the processor? does it put more strain on the motherboard also?

System Name:	Phennom IIx6 Gaming rig
Processor:	AMD Phenom II X6 1055T (6 x 2.8 GHz) AM3 9MB (OC to 5.5 GHz)
Motherboard:	Asus M4A89GTD PRO 5200MT/s (AMD 890GX) AM3
Cooling:	1x 200mm, 5x 120mm & Corsair Hydro Series H50 V2 water cooling with dual push/pull @ 4500rpm
Memory:	Corsair XMS3 8GB PC3-12800 1600MHz (4x2GB) OC 1800
Video Card:	ATI Radeon HD 7970 Vapor X running 1100/1500
Hard Disk:	500GB SATA II OS/Primary, 2TB Caviar Black SATA III Secondary, 2TB Caviar Black SATA III Tertiary,
Optical Drive:	Samsung (SH-S223L) DVD /- RW 22x
CRT/LCD Model:	2x Samsung S24B300 @ 19201080 + 1 Samsung LE40B550 40inch @ 19201080
Case:	Antec twelve hundred
Sound Card:	onboard 7.1 HD Audio
PSU:	Coolermaster Silent Pro M850
Software:	Windows 7 64bit/Ubuntu

May 17, 2010, 07:15 PM	#2
TRIPTEX_CAN Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: BC.CAN Posts: 2,342 (1.21/day) Thanks: 805 Thanked 726 Times in 554 Posts System Specs	You should be able to get 3.8Ghz or more out of that CPU. It will make the system faster and game will perform better imo. You will increase the stress on the motherboard but nothing above the levels it was tested for. AMD systems have always been big on overclocking and boards designed for them are able to handle the load.... within reason. Since this is your first OC I doubt you'll hit the same extreme clocks that world record holders are pushing with similar hardware. Your colling should be sufficient to handle the OC as well. I don't actually know jack about OCing AMD systems but I can imagine someone else will be here soon that can give solid advice. __________________ “come to canada and I'll put my maple syrup in your mouth”

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Motherboard:	P67 Sabertooth
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Video Card:	Sapphire 5970
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System Name:	Phennom IIx6 Gaming rig
Processor:	AMD Phenom II X6 1055T (6 x 2.8 GHz) AM3 9MB (OC to 5.5 GHz)
Motherboard:	Asus M4A89GTD PRO 5200MT/s (AMD 890GX) AM3
Cooling:	1x 200mm, 5x 120mm & Corsair Hydro Series H50 V2 water cooling with dual push/pull @ 4500rpm
Memory:	Corsair XMS3 8GB PC3-12800 1600MHz (4x2GB) OC 1800
Video Card:	ATI Radeon HD 7970 Vapor X running 1100/1500
Hard Disk:	500GB SATA II OS/Primary, 2TB Caviar Black SATA III Secondary, 2TB Caviar Black SATA III Tertiary,
Optical Drive:	Samsung (SH-S223L) DVD /- RW 22x
CRT/LCD Model:	2x Samsung S24B300 @ 19201080 + 1 Samsung LE40B550 40inch @ 19201080
Case:	Antec twelve hundred
Sound Card:	onboard 7.1 HD Audio
PSU:	Coolermaster Silent Pro M850
Software:	Windows 7 64bit/Ubuntu

May 17, 2010, 07:16 PM	#3
Hellfire Join Date: May 2010 Location: Essex, England Posts: 286 (0.26/day) Thanks: 75 Thanked 30 Times in 21 Posts System Specs	Thank you my friend! I know jack either, 3.8, sweet, I was looking at around 3.5 but hay why not. The system spec of my new system are what are at the side.

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May 17, 2010, 07:20 PM	#5
TRIPTEX_CAN Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: BC.CAN Posts: 2,342 (1.21/day) Thanks: 805 Thanked 726 Times in 554 Posts System Specs	Looks like a good system. Nice choice in PSU... Corsair are the best imo. If you dont have that system clocked to at least 3.5 before Wednesday I'll eat my mouse. Welcome to TPU .. Nothing remains stock __________________ “come to canada and I'll put my maple syrup in your mouth”

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May 17, 2010, 07:26 PM	#8
surfingerman Join Date: Dec 2009 Posts: 208 (0.17/day) Thanks: 26 Thanked 57 Times in 45 Posts System Specs	looks good you should have plenty of extra processor power for your GPU, so when you want to upgrade in a few years or whatever just switch out the GPU and you should still be golden

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May 17, 2010, 07:29 PM	#10
vaiopup Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: England Posts: 774 (0.40/day) Thanks: 11 Thanked 192 Times in 120 Posts System Specs	Don't forget to factor in a half-decent power supply. __________________ I came, I crunched, I saw something shiny and left 60 threads heating the house and spinning the meter. Crunching FOR Stan, not as Stan........Simplez innit. EOD sucks.

May 17, 2010, 07:31 PM	#12
vaiopup Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: England Posts: 774 (0.40/day) Thanks: 11 Thanked 192 Times in 120 Posts System Specs	Yup, overkill even __________________ I came, I crunched, I saw something shiny and left 60 threads heating the house and spinning the meter. Crunching FOR Stan, not as Stan........Simplez innit. EOD sucks.

May 17, 2010, 07:45 PM	#14
Hellfire Join Date: May 2010 Location: Essex, England Posts: 286 (0.26/day) Thanks: 75 Thanked 30 Times in 21 Posts System Specs	Is it best to OC using the BIOS or a program in windows, like Clockgen or a newer/modern version

May 17, 2010, 07:46 PM	#15
vaiopup Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: England Posts: 774 (0.40/day) Thanks: 11 Thanked 192 Times in 120 Posts System Specs	Bios. __________________ I came, I crunched, I saw something shiny and left 60 threads heating the house and spinning the meter. Crunching FOR Stan, not as Stan........Simplez innit. EOD sucks.

May 17, 2010, 07:52 PM	#17
vaiopup Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: England Posts: 774 (0.40/day) Thanks: 11 Thanked 192 Times in 120 Posts System Specs	Fine tuning is best done at bios level. I thought Clockgen died out with nforce 3 lol. __________________ I came, I crunched, I saw something shiny and left 60 threads heating the house and spinning the meter. Crunching FOR Stan, not as Stan........Simplez innit. EOD sucks.

May 17, 2010, 07:54 PM	#19
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May 17, 2010, 07:55 PM	#20
vaiopup Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: England Posts: 774 (0.40/day) Thanks: 11 Thanked 192 Times in 120 Posts System Specs	Modern bioses are pretty forgiving......if things go pear shaped they tend to just reboot you at stock. Plus with many boards you can save profiles. I prefer the fast and loose approach __________________ I came, I crunched, I saw something shiny and left 60 threads heating the house and spinning the meter. Crunching FOR Stan, not as Stan........Simplez innit. EOD sucks.

May 17, 2010, 07:57 PM	#22
vaiopup Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: England Posts: 774 (0.40/day) Thanks: 11 Thanked 192 Times in 120 Posts System Specs	Play within windows then make permanent changes in bios once you're happy with things. Guess I just got used to doing things the old way.....they make it too easy and boring now. Long live nforce2 __________________ I came, I crunched, I saw something shiny and left 60 threads heating the house and spinning the meter. Crunching FOR Stan, not as Stan........Simplez innit. EOD sucks.

May 17, 2010, 08:03 PM	#24
Hellfire Join Date: May 2010 Location: Essex, England Posts: 286 (0.26/day) Thanks: 75 Thanked 30 Times in 21 Posts System Specs	Thanks, will do, I'll use AMD overdrive then fine tune in bios. I get how to but from what I read there is two ways, raising the multiplier and raising the FSB, which is best or is this an old way and it has change.

May 17, 2010, 08:20 PM	#25
Hellfire Join Date: May 2010 Location: Essex, England Posts: 286 (0.26/day) Thanks: 75 Thanked 30 Times in 21 Posts System Specs	Or do I change both? is it more trial and error?

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