We have updated the overclocking software page on again with dozens of small tools to tune, benchmark, stresstest and test pc components. Bios, or using software that came with my asus maximus formula mobo. So here ill just post my results and bios configuration, along with some of my findings. Maximus ii formula software and accessories page 14. As mentioned above, our intel core 2 quad q6600 also uses the g0 stepping. I also felt 4 hrs indicated stability as it was a slight and modest overclock screenshot. I picked up a core2quad q6600 with a plain asus p5k mobo for a work machine that croaked.
I read that you can pretty easily overclock it to 3. I think i might need to increase the other voltages, unfortunately. I am well aware that the cpu is old, and i should have a newer computer or cpu, but, as i am a minor, i have no source of major income to be able to get or build a new computer. Squeezing extra performance out of your gpu is an art in itself, and can often be just as enjoyable as the benefits it brings to your gaming. Nov 16, 2011 i am looking to potentially overclock my q6600. Dec 30, 2016 step by step on how to overclock a q6600 to 3. To achieve a successful overclock, youll want the support of software to streamline the process. Mobo what about the gigabyte gap35dq6 with intel q6600. My preferences are cpu intel q6600 intel q8200 intel e8400 mobo msi p6n sli platinum msi p35 platinum. Dec 12, 2007 i also have the q6600 quad, with an asus p5e motherboard. Dont even think of attempting an overclock without an after market cooling solution. Anyone tried to overclock q6600 or even other cpu on asus p5bvm do board. Overclocking the g0 slacr q6600 to 4ghz page 2 by shawn baker aug 17, 2007 11.
Asus gpu tweak is the official overclocking software from asus. If you like to overclock, backup, or monitor your pc hardware or if you just like to check your components, this is the right place for. Basic guide for overclocking q6600 on asus p5ke and similar motherboards. Core 2 quad q6600 overclocking guide for asus 4 ghz, english duration.
Overclocking intel q6600 with a stock cooler windows 7 help. Click on view more to see the complete hall of fame. Asus gpu tweak ii provides an intuitive interface to access serious functionalities, all right at your fingertips. It comes with a gpuz monitoring software that gives you indepth analysis of performance and efficiency. Apr 07, 2020 overclocking the g0 slacr q6600 to 4ghz page 3 shawn baker aug 17, 2007 at 11. But temperature reaches up to maybe 60 degrees load. Basic guide for overclocking q6600 on asus p5ke and similar. Overclocking which is the most oc stable setting for q6600. Sep 26, 2015 in this video i show you how to overclock the intel core 2 quad q6600 2. Overclocking asus p5ne sli motherboard and overclocking. New oc software and free 3dmark06 and pcmark05 license keys.
The extreme overclocking forums are a place for people to learn how to overclock and tweak their pcs components like. Intel core 2 quad q6600 overclock pcmaclinux society. As for the cpu, from what i have read, the q6600 is the most powerful cpu capable with my. I am looking to overclock my brothers pc for him, his setup is as follows. Mar 20, 2012 overclocking q6600 on p5b deluxe there are hellova articles in the internet on oc in general and particularly on overclocking cpus on asus p5b deluxe and other p965 chipset motherboards.
Q6600 g0 stepping overclock guide december 12, 2007. On the main screen you will witness slider options for slider bars for memory clock, core clock, core voltage, fan speed along with a handy diagnostic graph. Our core 2 quad q6600 is a fairly old engineering sample with a b3 stepping and although many of you will argue that an engineering samples tend to overclock further than. Apr 27, 2010 the q6600 is not an easy cpu to overclock. Nov 20, 2007 we decided to make our first overclocking results available using a q6600 quadcore as we feel this chip is great for the mainstream desktop performance crowd and is widely available at an. Basic guide for overclocking q6600 on asus p5ke and.
Asus p5ne sli intel core 2 quad q6600 overclocking. Frankly, im surprised that my intel d975xbx2 badaxe can overclock so well, and so easily. And the best part is, you can access all that onthefly, even ingame all with one click. Apr 30, 2009 im trying to overclock my current system but im unable to find the multiplier on the bios of my p5q pro turbo. Intel core 2 quad q6600 msi p45 platinum 2x1gb ddr2800 corsair xms2. Were going to have a look at the g0 q6600 today in a few forms, starting at 2. Im trying to overclock my current system but im unable to find the multiplier on the bios of my p5q pro turbo. You should have no trouble at all pushing at least 3. I also tried everything, had discussions, and some did just what you did, reduced the memory and went for the higher clock. I have done a bit of research but most of the info i can find about software overclocking is dated, so i figured i would ask you guys for your opinion. Shermhere is how you overclock an intel quad core q6600 w an asus p5kewifi motherboard to 4. Q6600 overclocking on asus p5bvm do mybroadband forum. I have flashed the bios with the latest firmware mustek 0008. World records achieved by overclocking a intel core 2 quad q6600 processor.
I also have the q6600 quad, with an asus p5e motherboard. Thanks to the variety of powerful overclocking software thats on offer, tweaking your computer has become easier and more popular than ever, meaning people with just a touch of tech savvy can get their machine firing on all cylinders. Tried upping the vcore but didnt help im running a p5kc, q6600 with a tuniq tower, and 2gb ocz 6400 ddr2 ram. Having a problem though as i have followed your guide and tried a 3. World records achieved by overclocking a intel core 2 quad. We compare the specs of the intel q6600 to see how it stacks up against its competitors including the intel core2 duo e8400, intel core i3 3220 and intel core2 quad q8400. Read about experts overclocking cpus and gpus with ln2 and how to tweak your system for maximum performance in benchmarks and games. Read about all things rog, including gaming, new products, press releases, events, guides, mods, builds, overclocking, and more. With the fsb now effectively at 360 mhz, there is officially at a 1 1 ratio between the fsb of the q6600 and the frequency of my ram, also running at 720 mhz 360 mhz x 2. It allows setting all the parameters to my hearts content. I was pleasantly surprised that this little beast clocks to 3ghz without breaking a. Overclocking a q6600 on asus p5e deluxe hey, so on my old pc which i want to use as a game server for me and my friends i got a core 2 quad q6600 revision g0, stepping b and i wanted to squeeze out some more power from it, although ive never really done overclocking on a cpu with such oc potential.
There is far to much to overclocking to be summed here in a few paragraphs. I have an asus tower air cooler, and just by touching the fins, i know that the temps are around 40c. Before i start there is a wealth of information on these forums in regards to overclocking, the q6600 and this motherboard and similar and therefore the following threads are certainly worth investigating and should provide you with answers to a lot of your. Ok, so basically i overclocked my system no problem first of all, it ran fine on stock cooling at 1400 fsb on a 9x multiplier, 3. Id like to try and overclock it to get more performance out of my computer. When i try overclocking anything above that the system wont postboot even when i increase the vcore up to 1.
About the best you can do with the q6600 and decent cooling is 3. I have a q6600 and 8gb of ram and running vista 64. Apr 07, 2008 if anyonereading this has experience with this bd and its software,advice is appreciated. Our core 2 quad q6600 is a fairly old engineering sample with a b3 stepping and although many of you will argue that an. My experience overclocking the q6600 a basic guide. What is considered the best version, in regards to the stepping type, of the q6600. How to overclock your unlocked intel core processor. Software can help with safely modifying settings, benchmarking and testing, and monitoring and stress testing your system to ensure stability. I finished the whole process, from absolute clueless rookie to notsoclueless rookie w 3ghz in about.
Overclocking the g0 slacr q6600 to 4ghz page 3 benchmarks. I am new to overclocking, and after much reading and experimentation, i have managed to overclock my q6600 quad core 2. There have been posts in the past on this very same subject and overclocking 8gb with a q6600 past 3. Hey guys, im new to ocing, and need some advice on how to hit around 3. In this video i show you how to overclock the intel core 2 quad q6600 2. Jan 28, 2009 im new to overclocking and so far i am able to overclock my q6600 to 3. As well, there was a drastic increase in voltage needed in order to run. Bench and play the most demanding games by clicking oc mode to unlock maximum. Smf 2020, simple machines theme 2020 microstar int l co.
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