mobo longevity

[jjknoll]

So I've got a p5n32-sli se deluxe with an e6600. From what I have read it hits a wall in the 320 fsb area. This seems to be true as I managed 325 on mine for a decent oc to 2.925. My question is though, how much does it affect the mobo? My temps are good so I'm not sure if it shortens the lifespan or not. It just seems like running right at the edge of instability (even though at stock voltages all around) may be hard on it. As a noob I sure would like some constructive input. Thanx in advance.

 

[graysky]

i too have been wondering about this but don't know. Good advice is to have your critical data backed-up

Also, does that board support AI NOS? Might be nice to o/c via that so you can have it throttle down during idle times if it allows for different voltage and memory timing.

 

[Mugz]

Pushing up the FSB will reduce mobo & CPU longevity by a negligible fraction. Pushing up the voltages will have a far greater impact. Check the quality of your capacitors by the VRMs.

 

[ctbaars]

My old pc has been running/used for years, oc/stock voltage. I believe motherboards will outlast their usefulness.

 

[Mondoman]

As with much else, MBs vary in their quality and longevity.