Overclocking DG31PR?

[earthy]

Hello everyone

Lately I have bought a new computer. I am not a gamer, but I like performance (on a low budget). My specs are:

Intel E7200 (2.53)
Intel DG31PR Mobo
4gb ram 5-5-5-15
Nvidia 9500GT
Stock cooling

And I have found no options whatsoever to overclock my E7200 with my specific motherboard.
I have read that this processor was extremely capable oc wise, and I wouldnt want to let it go to waste.
For now I am not willing to buy a new motherboard. I am aiming for a 'reasonable' oc at 3.16 ( I read it could be achieved by editing the fsb), and I require your help.

Thanks in advance

 

[outlw6669]

Welcome to the forums!

While your CPU is very a capable overclocker, nearly all Intel original motherboards have their BIOS' locked and are unable to overclock.
There was an article a few months back, The Best Overclocking Software, that has a few software solutions you may wish to explore. Odds are, however, you will need a new, non Intel original, motherboard in order to overclock. If you can, exchange your current board for an ASUS or Gigabyte alternative.

 

[mighty442]

Try upgrading your bios to the latest. It make have some features that let you change some of the CPU settings.

http://downloadcenter.intel.com/Filter_Results.aspx?strTypes=all&ProductID=2839&OSFullname=OS+Independent&strOSs=38

 

[srikar123]

well ive oced my e4500 on my intel dg31pr ,here is how u can

http://pcgamersera.com/2009/05/how-to-overclock-on-intel-motherboard/

 

[outlw6669]

You did see this thread was from 2009 not 2010, right?
Please do not dig up dead threads.

Also, software overclocking was covered in the link above....