AMD FX 6300 Overclock

[Sparkky1337]

I tried to OC my fx 6300 to 4 ghz but I got bsod after few mins in windows. Im afraid to add any voltage since I dont want to fuck up things or f.e. clear the cmos since im a nob xd. And 1 more question. In the bios if I put voltage to 1.35, this will bee the voltage which will show up in cpu-z? And what are the chances of me having to clear the cmos? Does it happen if you overclock to high or is it just 'random'? Would really appreciate if someone could answer this.
MY SETUP: Cooler: CNPS10X Optima
PSU: Corsair VS500W
MOBO: ASROCK 970 Extreme 3 R2.0 (not the best but I think it should get the job done)

 

[Dunlop0078]

I have never once had to reset my CMOS due to a failed overclock at least with my mobo, if the overclock doesn't take my computer will reboot beep at me angrily then restart again and it will apply the last known good config that worked and successfully booted. It could happen if you overclock so high that the computer fails to even boot, but it should go back to something that works on its own without you having to clear the CMOS.

There are a few voltage options in the BIOS, you want to change the one that says cpu core voltage, cpu voltage, or cpu vcore its called cpu vcore on my mobo but it varies. That will change the core voltage value in cpu-z. I need 1.39v to get my 6350 to 4.4ghz and 1.42v to get to 4.6ghz. Your cpu may achieve those clocks with a little more or a little less voltage.

 

[Sparkky1337]

I was thinking of oc-ing my cpu to 4.1 or 4 ghz with 1.35v. Im currently waiting for my new power supply to arrive because atm I have cheap linkworld 600w which isnt good for oc-ing. You think I could get it stable with that voltage?

 

[Anonyzero]

Make sure to properly test your system with Prime95 for 10-15 minutes after changing each setting. Once satisfied let it run for at least 2 hours. If it remains solid your clock works, otherwise take it down a bit or increase the voltage. Small FFT high heat stress test should do the job. Keep an eye on the temperatures, because the higher the clock, the quicker it's heating up. Prime95 is also a 'safer' way to test if your overclock is stable as it shuts down the test on the malfunctioning core (unless you BSOD / crash). If you get a BSOD make sure to take note of the error written (might say a thing or two about the cause of the crash).

I don't really understand your question about CMOS, 'random' things don't happen with PCs - only with Apple !

CMOS reset changes your bios back to default if your system doesn't start anymore. It's not harmful unless your mobo starts to stink and you see smoke somewhere 😀. Personally this has never happened to me, but you never know! Taking small steps and increasing the clock by 1 tick at the time is a safe way to overclock.

here's a nice guide that people link a lot around here:
http://www.overclock.net/t/1348623/amd-bulldozer-and-piledriver-overclocking-guide-asus-motherboard

 

[Dunlop0078]

I was thinking of oc-ing my cpu to 4.1 or 4 ghz with 1.35v. Im currently waiting for my new power supply to arrive because atm I have cheap linkworld 600w which isnt good for oc-ing. You think I could get it stable with that voltage?

Yes most likely I would go higher those things love being overclocked mine has been sitting at 4.6-4.7ghz constantly for about 3 years and it still works as good as the day I bought it. I would wait for your new power supply before you touch any voltages. Are you getting that corsair VS500? What gpu do you have? The VS500 is not exactly very good for an overcloked gaming rig either but if thats all you can get im sure it will be better than that linkworld thing.

 

[Sparkky1337]

I have gigabyte 750 ti black edition which I also overclocked myself. And about the psu, its 50-50 if I will get vs550 since I still have warranty for it or I will get another one in the same price range. I also googled that my board isnt the best for oc-ing since it doesnt have heatings on vrm-s. For now I will try to get 4.1 ghz and if that will work I will try to go higher ^^. Thanks for the help guys )))))))))))))))

 

[Dunlop0078]

I have gigabyte 750 ti black edition which I also overclocked myself. And about the psu, its 50-50 if I will get vs550 since I still have warranty for it or I will get another one in the same price range. I also googled that my board isnt the best for oc-ing since it doesnt have heatings on vrm-s. For now I will try to get 4.1 ghz and if that will work I will try to go higher ^^. Thanks for the help guys )))))))))))))))

Oh yeah those VRM'S do look a bit exposed, I would try to position a fan so its blowing at those VRM'S if you can. With a 750 ti that psu should do just fine with an overclok, you wont be pushing it very hard at all since the 750 ti does not use very much power.