Athlon 1ghz and Abit KT7A

[dynamasis]

any good advice on safely overclocking?

[WillysNut]

Well, it looks like you have a good combination as far as CPU and Mobo go. What kind of Heatsink/fan setup are you using? If your still running the stock heatsink/fan combo, I wouldn't expect any stellar overclocking results. How about case ventilation?

You should have a copy of Via Hardware monitor with your KT7A software. If it's not installed, I would suggest you grab your drivers disk, and load ViaHW or grab it from the Abit (http://www.abit.com.tw/) website.

Usually, the best way to begin is to be sure your cooling is up to task. If you want to play around a little while your waiting for that shinny new HSF or fan, be sure you keep your case open to allow for proper cooling.

Check out this guide (http://www.overclockers.com/tips120/index06.asp)from the main page. Should answer a lot of basic questions. Good luck..keep us posted on your progress. Be sure to use Via HW monitor to keep an eye on your temps if you choose to overclock.

[thefly]

What stepping is your processor?

Get yourself a good cooler and connect up your L1s.

I'm running my 1 gig axia at 1400.