over clocking a cpu

hey i was wondering , because i just got a new computer , im not too sure how to over clock my cpu , it s amd athlon 1800xp but its working at 1.53 so i would be really happy if someone can help me on this , ty

It depends what type of computer it is. If its a store brand, somtimes they cannot be overclocked.

Overclocking involves much more than a simply adjustment. You need to remember these AMD chips need good cooling, or you'll be left with nothing but smoke.

Hello

first read this thread, and then read this...


The second thread contains the instructions, the first some info about the risks etc...

Enjoy

Oh, and here are the links for unlocking XP cpu's:

http://www.overclockers.com/tips693/
http://www.sharkyextreme.com/guides/hwGuides/article.php/10709_1009731__7
http://www.vr-zone.com/guides/AMD/AthlonXPUnlock/
http://www.iamnotageek.com/cgi-bin/reviews.cgi?name=xpunlock&p=1

(Note, they are all using different ways of filling the gaps... So Read them all, and use the one you find easiest/cheapest)

You really have to ask yourself though......an XP1800+ is plenty fast enough for any of todays applications....and is it worth risking the CPU for and extra few Mhz?

...just my sad, boring point :rolleyes:

That is a pretty good point. Other than a few points on a benchmark, where are a few MHz going to make a difference.

I have heard that people are getting some amazing speeds from the 1800s though. If that is the case, if you could squeeze a few hundred MHz extra from it, then it might be worth it.

Looks like you're just as guilty

:blush: Yer, but its quite the same as an 1800+...

.....well ok it is...
Just shhhssshh

heh i only have my gfx card oced... to many lock ups when you oc the fsb and i realy dont feel like unlocking my amd (just too lazy)

After reformatting over 2 months ago, i have yet to have a lock up.