ACC capable?

[zaff2000]

Is this mobo ACC capable? http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813135250

I was thinking about getting this combo if it was and unlock it to a dual core and if possible over clock it 0.3 GHz to 3.0 GHz on standard cooling.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/ComboDealDetails.aspx?ItemList=Combo.432717

What do you think?

 

[trents]

It has the 710 SB chip which has the potential to provide ACC. Whether or not that option actually shows up in bios is another issue. I suggest downloading the PDF owner's manual file from the manufacturer and check out the sections that talk about bios options. Another thing you might do is read all the NewEgg customer reviews for that board to see if anyone mentions that feature. ECS is not known for catering to overclockers, though.

 

[zaff2000]

Ok on the spec sheet it says its over clock capable, but where would ACC settings be in the BIOS? What shows up in the bios according to the manual can be found in the manual at page 26. http://download.ecsusa.com/dlfileecs/manual/mb/eng/IC780M-A2/IC780M-A2 V1.0_manual.pdf

I can't copy it 4 some reason.

 

[coonmanx]

You would probably be better off with this board...

Biostar TA785G3

Definitely know that it supports unlocking.

I didn't see any mention of unlocking with that ECS board. Biostar generally is better for unlocking. Anyway, it's always a gamble.

 

[trents]

Ok on the spec sheet it says its over clock capable, but where would ACC settings be in the BIOS? What shows up in the bios according to the manual can be found in the manual at page 26. http://download.ecsusa.com/dlfileecs/manual/mb/eng/IC780M-A2/IC780M-A2 V1.0_manual.pdf

I can't copy it 4 some reason.

I looked through the bios section of the user manual pdf file and see no reference to ACC. There are very few overclocking options with this board.

 

[trents]

You would probably be better off with this board...

Biostar TA785G3

Definitely know that it supports unlocking.

I didn't see any mention of unlocking with that ECS board. Biostar generally is better for unlocking. Anyway, it's always a gamble.

Make sure you understand what the risks are with an open box board:
1. Shorter return window
2. Possibility/probability of missing components (e.g. I/O shield, install CDs, cables, manual)
3. You may get a lemmon. It could very well be someone returned it for reason of defects.

 

[QuietIce]

I'd take an open box Biostar over a new ECS any day ...