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Stupid noob question :/
ok ... when they say a dual core processor at 2.4 ghz does that mean it has 2 processors in it running at 2.4 ghz so in turn its a 4.8 ghz processor?
ok ... when they say a dual core processor at 2.4 ghz does that mean it has 2 processors in it running at 2.4 ghz so in turn its a 4.8 ghz processor?
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Applying Thermal Grease
Ok Guys, I just bought new thermal grease from TigerDirect.com. (OCZTechnology Ultra 5+ Silver Ultra High Density Polysynthetic Thermal Compound) As I recently found out that you need to reapply thermal paster when you exppose a processor a...
Ok Guys, I just bought new thermal grease from TigerDirect.com. (OCZTechnology Ultra 5+ Silver Ultra High Density Polysynthetic Thermal Compound) As I recently found out that you need to reapply thermal paster when you exppose a processor a...
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AMD duel V.S AMD quad
is the AMD Phenom 9500(2.2GHZ) that mutch better than the AMD athlon64x2 6000+(3.0GHZ) is it worth the extra $150
is the AMD Phenom 9500(2.2GHZ) that mutch better than the AMD athlon64x2 6000+(3.0GHZ) is it worth the extra $150
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On what Voltage do I suppose to run?
Hey all, I have a AMD Athlon 64 3800+ (single core) and normally, It runs at 1.4V. That's what my BIOS tells me... But, when I checked EVEREST Ultimate edition I saw something weird. Check this out What do you guys think? Should it run ...
Hey all, I have a AMD Athlon 64 3800+ (single core) and normally, It runs at 1.4V. That's what my BIOS tells me... But, when I checked EVEREST Ultimate edition I saw something weird. Check this out What do you guys think? Should it run ...
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Overclocking the e6550
Hey guys, just curious if anyone has ever overclocked with the Gigabyte P31 DS3L motherboard? I'm a novice when it comes to overclocking, and this current setup is completely different than my previous in terms of overclocking. I never played w...
Hey guys, just curious if anyone has ever overclocked with the Gigabyte P31 DS3L motherboard? I'm a novice when it comes to overclocking, and this current setup is completely different than my previous in terms of overclocking. I never played w...
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CPU fan not running properly?
My CPU fan on my new build runs and then stops...and then runs...and then stops...and continues on like this. The computer booted to windows and all that but i shut it off due to fear of the heatsink/fan not working properly. Anyone have any so...
My CPU fan on my new build runs and then stops...and then runs...and then stops...and continues on like this. The computer booted to windows and all that but i shut it off due to fear of the heatsink/fan not working properly. Anyone have any so...
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Opinions on max voltage.
I would like an opinion from a avid overclocker of c2d cpu what is the most voltage you would put through e6750 and be comfortable on air.(artic freezer Pro 7. it says 1.35v max on the box but my bios will let me choose 2 volts or more. Thats a...
I would like an opinion from a avid overclocker of c2d cpu what is the most voltage you would put through e6750 and be comfortable on air.(artic freezer Pro 7. it says 1.35v max on the box but my bios will let me choose 2 volts or more. Thats a...
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Overclocking my pc?
I was wondering what pieces in the pc can be overclocked? Also If I buy a new computer, is there any trustable sites that show you how to overclock? Or anyone here on this forum? People also say if I do something wrong with overclocking, it ...
I was wondering what pieces in the pc can be overclocked? Also If I buy a new computer, is there any trustable sites that show you how to overclock? Or anyone here on this forum? People also say if I do something wrong with overclocking, it ...
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What is the fastest Dual Core available? Intel Core 2 Duo E6850?
Is the Intel Core 2 Duo E6850 the fastest Dual Core processor available on the market as of December 2007?
Is the Intel Core 2 Duo E6850 the fastest Dual Core processor available on the market as of December 2007?
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Fastest Processor
What is the world's fastest processor available as of December 2007?
What is the world's fastest processor available as of December 2007?
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e6600 wont hold overclock
Hi guys. I was told i had a good build for ocing. e6600 with as5 paste and zelmen 9700. Gig ds3 moard with ocz 800mhz ram (4 gb's). Anyways i got my e6600 from 2.4 to 3.0 and went to bed for night. In the morning comp booted back to 2.4. Does...
Hi guys. I was told i had a good build for ocing. e6600 with as5 paste and zelmen 9700. Gig ds3 moard with ocz 800mhz ram (4 gb's). Anyways i got my e6600 from 2.4 to 3.0 and went to bed for night. In the morning comp booted back to 2.4. Does...
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X2 5600+ vs Other
I'm currently building a budget system and just wanted your guys' input quickly. Most of the Core 2 Duo's are out of my price range. The ABSOLUTE most I can spend on a CPU is $140 and so the AMD Athlon 64 X2 5600+ really caught my eye, becau...
I'm currently building a budget system and just wanted your guys' input quickly. Most of the Core 2 Duo's are out of my price range. The ABSOLUTE most I can spend on a CPU is $140 and so the AMD Athlon 64 X2 5600+ really caught my eye, becau...
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Post your overclock speeds!!!!!
just got my kentsfield to 3.6ghz on 1.45v which i can probably lower, havnt stressed tested it though because i dont have good enough cooling.
just got my kentsfield to 3.6ghz on 1.45v which i can probably lower, havnt stressed tested it though because i dont have good enough cooling.
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Overclocking... this ok?
E6600 @ 3.15ghz 1400fsb?
E6600 @ 3.15ghz 1400fsb?
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overclocking on new mobo
k so I was overclocking and going by temps on everest, but i was getting like 10C for my cpu which i knew was wrong. well my mobo is the new x38 so i opened the AI suite and it's around 30C which sounds better. here is a pic of speedfan, let me...
k so I was overclocking and going by temps on everest, but i was getting like 10C for my cpu which i knew was wrong. well my mobo is the new x38 so i opened the AI suite and it's around 30C which sounds better. here is a pic of speedfan, let me...
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Best cooling solution for q6600
ive overclocked my q6600 on stock air to 3.0ghz stable on just above stock voltages and when i adjust the fans it has peaked in prime95 at about 65C but is mostly around 59C-61C, idle it is around 38C-40C, i wish to over clock further but not w...
ive overclocked my q6600 on stock air to 3.0ghz stable on just above stock voltages and when i adjust the fans it has peaked in prime95 at about 65C but is mostly around 59C-61C, idle it is around 38C-40C, i wish to over clock further but not w...
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New CPU
Hey guys, i'm basically building a new computer now that I got my hands on an 8800GTS. Now my budget is only $300 for a cpu, ram, and motherboard. I've secured the ram so i have $250 for a cpu and mobo. Thats besides the point though. I was ...
Hey guys, i'm basically building a new computer now that I got my hands on an 8800GTS. Now my budget is only $300 for a cpu, ram, and motherboard. I've secured the ram so i have $250 for a cpu and mobo. Thats besides the point though. I was ...
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CPU simulators
Hi everyone. I am looking for any free CPU simulator like Simplescalar http://www.simplescalar.com/ but easier than Simplescalar. I need to test a loop on that simulator. I failed to get what I want thru Google. It may be because se...
Hi everyone. I am looking for any free CPU simulator like Simplescalar http://www.simplescalar.com/ but easier than Simplescalar. I need to test a loop on that simulator. I failed to get what I want thru Google. It may be because se...
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e8500
The e8500 that is schedualed to come out in january is extremely powerfull I would suggest for all people going to get a core2duo now to hold off until january. http://forums.tweaktown.com/showthread.php?t=25544
The e8500 that is schedualed to come out in january is extremely powerfull I would suggest for all people going to get a core2duo now to hold off until january. http://forums.tweaktown.com/showthread.php?t=25544
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e6750 Hd3870 overclocking STOCK hsf
Im wondering if the overclock is good. I plan on getting a cooler for the gpu and cpu. Any suggestions?
Im wondering if the overclock is good. I plan on getting a cooler for the gpu and cpu. Any suggestions?
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Celeron D 356 @ 3.33 GHZ and Gaming?
How do you think the Celeron D 356 @ 3.33 GHZ will do with gaming because the computer Im getting has it and i will have a ati x1300 pro and 2 gbs of ram and im hoping to play cod4.
How do you think the Celeron D 356 @ 3.33 GHZ will do with gaming because the computer Im getting has it and i will have a ati x1300 pro and 2 gbs of ram and im hoping to play cod4.
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e6600 vs e6750
so tomshardware shows the 6750 beats the 6600 every time, but the 6600 costs more. what gives (and which is better)? i will probably go with the e6320 if i don't get the 6750, but it seems the 6750 and 6600 are more closely related performanc...
so tomshardware shows the 6750 beats the 6600 every time, but the 6600 costs more. what gives (and which is better)? i will probably go with the e6320 if i don't get the 6750, but it seems the 6750 and 6600 are more closely related performanc...
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Putting a cpu in its socket 775
I'm building a new pc, I think the cpu is in the right orientation, (notches match up) but it doesn't feel like anything is slotting into anything else, so i'm worried about pushing the lever down. Is this right? should it feel like the lever ...
I'm building a new pc, I think the cpu is in the right orientation, (notches match up) but it doesn't feel like anything is slotting into anything else, so i'm worried about pushing the lever down. Is this right? should it feel like the lever ...
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Which "Core" based processor do you have?
This is not what you like better, this poll is asking what you have. If you do not have a Core based processor, then you can just not vote The purpose of this poll is to see what the majority of Intel users have for their setups (mainly Co...
This is not what you like better, this poll is asking what you have. If you do not have a Core based processor, then you can just not vote The purpose of this poll is to see what the majority of Intel users have for their setups (mainly Co...
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Processor Upgrade
I've got an older laptop here. The Compaq Presario 1215. I would like to upgrade the processor for fun. Its current processor is a Cyrix MediaGX MMX enhanced processor. It says specifically on the processor: "GXm-180GP 2.9V 80C" So...
I've got an older laptop here. The Compaq Presario 1215. I would like to upgrade the processor for fun. Its current processor is a Cyrix MediaGX MMX enhanced processor. It says specifically on the processor: "GXm-180GP 2.9V 80C" So...
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Opteron/Xeon or Core2/Athlon for gaming?
Xeon & Opteron CPUs in general are used for servers, and have a smaller cache than most consumer market chips. Does anyone know if Opteron or Xeon chips are better or worse for gaming than Athlon/Core2 CPUs? I know the answer is "At...
Xeon & Opteron CPUs in general are used for servers, and have a smaller cache than most consumer market chips. Does anyone know if Opteron or Xeon chips are better or worse for gaming than Athlon/Core2 CPUs? I know the answer is "At...
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Smoke Check Stories
Ok I know some of us are super lucky and some of us are not, post your best or funniest smoke checked electronics story. The worst thing that ever happened to me was a wire running through the wing of a jet catching on fire and destroying a ...
Ok I know some of us are super lucky and some of us are not, post your best or funniest smoke checked electronics story. The worst thing that ever happened to me was a wire running through the wing of a jet catching on fire and destroying a ...
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E2140 Overclocking Help :)
Soo, is there REALLY a FSB wall with this? I've got the stock paste on the bottom of my Rosewill cooler. Not cheap white, but AS5 color. Is that good? Fan spins at 2.5k RPM and can cool a Q6600 in the high 20's. So the E2140 should do great,...
Soo, is there REALLY a FSB wall with this? I've got the stock paste on the bottom of my Rosewill cooler. Not cheap white, but AS5 color. Is that good? Fan spins at 2.5k RPM and can cool a Q6600 in the high 20's. So the E2140 should do great,...
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QX9650 not at stock speed
Hey guys. I have just plugged a QX9650 into a GA-P35-DS3R. FSB is running at right speed, as is RAM. But the multiplier is stuck on 6x for the CPU, and I can't get it up to 9x no matter what I do. I turned off all of those nifty options t...
Hey guys. I have just plugged a QX9650 into a GA-P35-DS3R. FSB is running at right speed, as is RAM. But the multiplier is stuck on 6x for the CPU, and I can't get it up to 9x no matter what I do. I turned off all of those nifty options t...
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