Ready to Overclock the XP, but i'm scared...

[Silvel2edge]

I'm getting revved up to Overclock my 1700+ when it comes on Friday, however, i'm a little scared as well. I've never overclocked a chip before... but i've seen it done many times and watched people do it.

Can any of you guys give me any tips or anything to ease my worrying?

p.s. I also watched tom's video and read his entire thing about unlocking the XP.

[bobt17]

well if u havent overclocked b4 then dont worry about unlocking the xp. just use your fsb and vcore to oc and keep an eye on your temps

[Silvel2edge]

Nah, my roommate has overclocked, he overclocks a lot.... but i'm still going to be the one unlocking my chip....

[bobt17]

well just be very carefull then.... i have heard plenty of horror stories of people trying to unlock xp's failing and haveing to buy a new one

[krm197]

Pardon me for being so ignorant (read: n00b), but what does unlocking do for you?

If I understand correctly you can change the fsb and multiplier without unlocking, so what benefits does it give?

[Silver]

Check the sig, this board won't do that with a 10.5 multiplier and I have just been working on this chip for a day.

Unlocking, no drinking, fights with girlfriend etc, nerves of steel, a willingness to throw your money out the window (and yourself), a good magnifying glass (I use a cheap 6x) and a real hatred for Mr. Gates.:D

No, really, make sure you do not put the cpu in the computer unless you are absolutely certain that NO bridges are contacting any others. I use all of my family to confirm a chip I have done before it goes in. This is most certainly the best advice I can give you. The chip can be redone but once it is fried.......

[bobt17]

Originally posted by krm197
Pardon me for being so ignorant (read: n00b), but what does unlocking do for you?

If I understand correctly you can change the fsb and multiplier without unlocking, so what benefits does it give?


Welcome to the forums!!:D :D :D

you cannot change the multiplier of an athlon or duron or athlon xp without unlocking it so the benefits would be that u can change the multiplier

[nick_woods]

I tried to do mine and scratched the chip carrier (see my post http://forums.overclockers.ws/vb/showthread.php?s=&threadid=57460)

Everything is a <lot> smaller than it looks in the photos, however if you take care it should be possible - lots of other have managed it even if I couldnt.

Just make sure you have all the things you need before you start - a decent magnifying glass, filler, conductive paint, tape and acetone to clean it all off if you're not entirely happy with the results.

I found using a coloured filler was easier than a clear one because you can see it better - i tried using black kitchen worktop scratch repair as this cleans off with acetone, although it didnt stick very well it was easier to work with than nail varnish.

I also had lots of problems applying the conductive paint because it kept pulling off with the masking tape and trying to apply it without masking was almost impossble - i couldnt get enough to stick to a pin and a modellers 000 paintbrsh was just too coarse.

Dont let me put you off, but do be aware that its not as eeasy as it looks !

Good luck

Nick