How do I overclock a dual core cpu?
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if i were you i would NOT do it.Send it to a computer guy if you still wanna overclock it.
806864
You would first need to find out if your mother board supports the Dual core processor..I'm highly doubting it does!
42065
In order to overclock you need to have a motherboard that allows u to do that in 1st place.  With that type of motherboard one can change the settings in the bios (at startup ur computer might say something like "press F2 to enter setup").  once in the bios seetings (for an Intel processor based system) you increase the Front Side Bus (FSB) frequency and that will turn ur 2.8 GHz cpu into a 3.1 GHz cpu or possibly even higher.  upside is better/faster performance for no cost, downside shorten life of cpu and can cause ur computer to be unstable.
533983
u cna go to bios setting and change the clock timeings. well be carefull when u do that. its always goood to use a additional fan for the processer, just in case if u want to increase the clocktime of the processer, to avoid over heating.
916708
no. not even if both cores can process the same task. but the CPU is faster when processing multiple tasks but not at the double speed. keep in mind that both cores uses one and the same resource - the system bus.
124019
The term 'overclocking' describes the process of running your CPU at a clock and/or bus speed that the CPU hasn't been specified for - logically, that speed is usually higher.\n\nThe tempting idea behind overclocking is to increase system performance at very little cost. In many cases you only need to change a few settings on your motherboard to make your system run faster. In other cases you only have to add a few components (usually for cooling) to achieve the performance increase.\n\nAlthough there are millions of tales of damaged CPUs and other system components, in most cases overclocking is completely harmless. There are, however, a few things to take into consideration.\n\nYou can read more on:\nhttp://www.tomshardware.com/1997/01/02/overclocking_guide/\nhttp://www.tomshardware.com/cpu/cpuoverclocking/index.html
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definitely intel core 2 duo...but if u r willing to wait a while opt for intel quad core....also to get more info on the processors try google...type.....''benchmark: Name of processor''\n\nin the market intel dual core and core 2 duo are available...but remember that dual core has only 1 processor and the other is a logical unit, while core 2 duo has 2 physical processors
1091475
The last time I checked Intel motherboards do not allow overclocking...they lock the frequency multiplier and do not allow it to be changed...that is why most people use Abit and Asus boards.
765552
Get a dual core CPU\nI don't like the case\nI don't like the power supply\n\nGo to this forum to get some great help and advice on your build before plunking down the $$$
1175608
IDK about you...I have a Dell Inspiron 6400 and it has dual core also. I can go into Task Manager and choose the program in processes you want to run on either chip, it's automatically set on both. Back to it, right-click the program and choose set affinity, and uncheck one or other of the chips. Hopefully that'll help, that's the best I can do.
1027735
possibly 3.1ghz but be careful i tried overclocking myself once and it didn't go too well
879409
ASUS boards are good for overclocking, just find one that has the number of PCI Express x16 slots you want and the right socket.
53165
Don't listen to the guy above. For both manufacturers, changing clock speed is PERFECTLY LEGAL. It is also POSSIBLE in both. Changing processor speed is slightly complicated, speeds up your PC quite a bit, and is definetely my profession. The only problems with Overclocking are that you void your warranty, risk overheating your CPU (resulting in a meltdown similar to that at Chernobyl), and/or system instability (which results in 10-way truck crashes). \n\nIt is totally possible. Simply boot your PC. Press Delete a million jillion times until you reach some weird screen with words on it (it is usually blue). It is the BIOS. Explore it until you find some heading called CPU clock or something. Unfortuately, all motherboard bioses are different and thus confuse people.\n\nComputer Architecture- How manufacturers structure the CPU.\nIntel-NetBurst/EnhancedrNetburst\nAMD-K8 AKA Hammer\nAMD's Architecture is way more efficient in terms of power and temperature. It is also usually faster.\nLow End-Sempron (AMD) vs. Celeron (intel)\nSempron using K8 dominates a similarily priced Celeron\nalso, semprons are great for overclocking\n\nHigh End-Athlon FX Series vs. P4 Extreme Edition 955\nAthlon FX-60 dominates the more expensive P4 here\nthe fx-57 dominates the 855
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Download and run "Coolbits 2.0" Click OK twice.\nIt's a registry entry which unlocks the hidden overclocking features built into the forceware drivers.\n\nATITool 0.25 Beta 10+ also works fine for overclocking nVidia cards, although when you're trying to find the maximum core overclock, it starts from your 2D setting - just annoying. You can use ATITool to scan for artifacts (errors).\n\nThe new "Detect Optimal Frequencies" button (after running Coolbits 2.0) dosen't always find the right clock speeds. For example, my XFX 7800GT (450/1050mhz stock) was supposed to have an optimal core overclock of 474mhz. Although the card wouldn't run anything properly unless I set it back to 469mhz. At the moment, I have my 7800GT running at 465/1200mhz nice and stable.\n\nHave Fun.
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This question is unanswerable.  The amount you can overclock is system-specific and relies on other factors as well.  It is a trial and error process.  If you overclock and recieve lockups, errors, or erratic behavior from the hardware, then slow it down.  If not, keep going til you do.\n\nAnd no.  it's not compatible with dx9\n\nTo Conrad:  Hey, this is what I'm running!!  No making fun\n\nAthlon XP 2800+ @ 2.08GHz OC-d to 2.26GHz\n1GB PC 2700 DDR OC-d from 333MHz to 350MHz (I got it up to 360, but system hard-locked when I started FarCry)\n100 GB 7200RPM HDD (quick replacement to my 120GB Seagate that died - not even sure of the model.)\nDVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drives\n256MB GeForce FX 5200 (250MHz core 400MHz RAM OC-d to 286MHz and 452MHz)\nWindows XP Home SP2, tightly tweaked and maintained.\n\nHow horrible is the "ownage" level from your system to mine?  Just curious.  I may post this as a separate question just for the hell of it.
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D = Dual Core. Two cores are better than one and the price is right. It's like having two CPU's instead of one to a degree, it's not totally the same as there is the I/O bottleneck.
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over clocking is easy but should be done carefully there are programs you can download to help.  If you have a nvidia card use ntune.  Overcocking is mainly done in the bios by hitting del. at starup. power bios features for overclocking cpu and video card and adjusting voltages.  need to adjust voltages to reflect new power needs.  dram config. to o/c your ram also adjust voltages.  overclocking should be done in steps one or two mhz at a time and stretched out over time to watch for system instability.  overclocking adds heat and can put alot of stress on your pc.  alot of times if you dont know what your doing dont do it. or let someone else do it.