want to overclock

[mattk1045]

Ok all, I have my build up and running. Now its time to overclock RAM and CPU.

I don't know much about this so my first question would be, what information do you need to help?

I have,
MSI 785GT-E63 Mobo
Amd Athlon II x2 (2.7Ghz)
3 GB DDR2 RAM
WIN 7 64 bit
GPU Nvidia Geforce 210
PSU Cooler Master GX series 650w

anything else please let me know. Thanks

 

[jairic]

I'd be interested in knowing what you've got for cooling and what your case is.

 

[mattk1045]

This is my CPU cooler:
Newegg.com - ARCTIC COOLING Freezer 7 Pro Rev.2 92mm Fluid Dynamic CPU Cooler

This is my case:
Newegg.com - Rosewill CHALLENGER Black Gaming ATX Mid Tower Computer Case ,comes with Three Fans-1x Front Blue LED 120mm Fan, 1x Top 140mm Fan, 1x Rear 120mm Fan, option Fans-2x Side 120mm Fan

 

[Abstract Hero]

Yes, it's a 210 Matt.

 

[mattk1045]

lol thanks Abstract i found the info through device manager

 

[Abstract Hero]

he needs help bump

 

[mattk1045]

I still need some sort of direction all. I am new at this and want to make sure im doing the right things. Thanks

 

[iPROTechman]

Is there no way you can unlock the other two cores on your CPU? Your CPU cooler is great, I have the same one, case seems good, have you got the two 120mm fans installed also? I'm no expert on overclocking, so I'll leave someone else to guide you, but, I think your cooling is adequate.

 

[Abstract Hero]

This is a good little walk through to get you started.

Beginners Guides: Overclocking the CPU, Motherboard and Memory - PCSTATS.com

 

[mattk1045]

Thanks Abstract that link is cool. It does help. My only problem is im not familiar enough with all those terms, and even though they are explained picking a starting point and finding the best software to run tests with is not easy.