hey guys i have a problem when i try and overclock my cpu past 300fsb my cpu is a e6420 2.13ghz and im also running my 8800gts core clock at 632mhz and my memory clock at 1870mhz . but when i try to put my fsb higher the computer sounds like its struggling the fans keep switching off. my power supply is a 480wat. do you guys think i need a larger power supply.
thanks alot
jose
problems overclocking with cpu
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Well a slightly bigger one would be nice just to be safe.
What brand is your current PSU?
What brand is your current PSU?
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i think i bigger PSU would be a really good option esspecially if you are going to overclock your machine.
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