How to overclock i5 4690 and msi z97-G45? (Not answered, hit wrong button)

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Clange

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Hello,

I am kind of new to overclocking and don't want to do anything extreme that even has a chance of breaking my computer or something, but if my computer can be safely faster, I think its a good idea to try it out.

Specs:
Intel Core i5-4690K CPU @ 3.50GHz
Graphics Card is NVIDIA GeForce GTX 660
Motherboard is gaming msi z97-G45
Power Supply: RX-1000AE
Let me know if you need any other information.

Thanks!

 
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Clange

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Well I opened my computer and the sticker on the power supply says

RX-1000AE
Also
80 Plus Gold
And,
Max Power: 1000W
(Not sure if thats important)
 
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jaimelmiel

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Each time you start changing the inner workings of your cpu you take a chance of ruining it. Not just the cpu but other computer parts also. Even if you do it like the pro's. This is not to discourage you but to help you figure out if it is worth the risk. I am going to start overclocking once I get some backup parts. If you have plenty of cash it is no problem.
 
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mangodrinker

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The Raidmax RX-1000AE is not a reliable PSU. I would not recommend overclocking until you can get a replacement. Sorry to have to break the news to you, on the bright side you will make your system more stable as soon as you can treat the problem. I would suggest this xfx unit: http://pcpartpicker.com/part/xfx-power-supply-p1550sxxb9

It might be a bit more expensive than other PSUs, but it is worth it as the PSU supplies all the juice for your system, if it fails it can take other components with it.
 
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Ah that's a shame. So you would not recommend overclocking at all then? I wasn't looking to go crazy.
 
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The issue with giving the green light for overclocking is that your power supply brand has been known to display more watts than the unit is able to output along with lackluster reliability. You have a "1000" watt unit so they surely must not have botched it so much that it can't power your build although I would feel comfortable knowing you have a stable PSU. Even then, as jaimelmiel pointed out, there are many risks to overclocking.
 
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