Bios OC: Best Steps to acheive Speed and Stability?

[ahthurungnone]

There are obviously many ways one can overclock a cpu. However, what is the best method, or steps, in achieving stable and fast OC while not damaging the cpu or causing premature failure?

 

[The Gonif]

I would recommend following the guides in this forum, and reading them through before actually starting.

 

[jsc]

There are obviously many ways one can overclock a cpu.

Not really. There's only two: the BIOS and Windows overclocking utilities. And all of us regulars recommend using the BIOS.

We have several generic guides here. I suggest reading the appropriate guide for your hardware, then going online and looking for a guide for your specific motherboard.

In your case, our generic guide would be:
http://www.tomshardware.co.uk/forum/258573-11-overclocking-black-edition-guide

then look for a guide for your MSI motherboard.

 

[Ubrales]

First, read and familiarize yourself with the guides here and elsewhere.

Whatever method/guide you use, first start by setting the RAM ratio to the lowest setting. When you OC the CPU, the RAM speed will also increase proportionally. You want to ensure that the RAM is not OCed beyond the manufacturer's specs. and creating instability.

After setting the RAM ratio to the lowest setting, probably 8x, start your OC in the BIOS by gradually increasing the clock speed. This is not an overnight process. After each discrete increase, check for stability and check the temps - idle temps as well as load temps (prime95).

A 30% to 40% OC is feasible using air coolers properly installed.

When you find a stable OC that you are happy with, stop. Quit while you are ahead.