Can't Adjust Voltage on MSI 785GTM-E45

[FordGuru88]

If this is in the wrong thread I apologize.

Long story short, I replaced my AMD Phenom x4 9750 with a Phenom II x6 1035T and want to OC (I've seen some respectable speeds in other threads). But before I started I checked through my BIOS settings to make sure I could adjust what I need to and I can't for the life of me figure out how to make my voltages adjustable. The options are listed in my cell menu but are greyed out and stuck on auto.

Has anyone ran into this issue before?

I thought it might have something to do with the Active Phase Switching and updated my BIOS to AMS v8.8 (update notes mentioned being able to disable APS) but didn't see any new settings options.

My goal here is to squeeze what performance I can get out of this ol' girl before I build a new rig (built this one in 2010). So if I can't do it I'll just work with what I've got.

Here is my build:

MoBo: MSI 785GTM-E45 (MS-7549 v1.4)
CPU: Phenom II x6 1035T 2.6GHz (currently at 3.12GHz using "Easy OC switches") with Corsair H60 liquid CPU cooler.
RAM: 8GB DDR2 (2x4GB) 800MHz No idea what brand. Bought high density RAM off EBay same time as new CPU. Cuz DDR2 is EXPENSIVE now!
Video: Sapphire AMD Radeon R9 380 2GB
PSU: Ultra X4 850W

 

[clutchc]

Have you tried highlighting the line for the voltage you want to change and started typing? On some of those older AMI BIOSs, that is how you do it. You may have to hit enter first, I can't remember.
Take a pic of the BIOS screen in question and post it here.

 

[FordGuru88]

I figured it out, and I feel like a ditz. Lol. It HAD to be changed using the +/- buttons. Didn't think of that before because every single option besides this one I can either start typing or hit enter. Thanks for your input though clutchc.

 

[clutchc]

I figured it out, and I feel like a ditz. Lol. It HAD to be changed using the +/- buttons. Didn't think of that before because every single option besides this one I can either start typing or hit enter. Thanks for your input though clutchc.

Oh, that's right. I forgot about that way too. Don't feel too bad. I've worked with some older boards and scratched my head on that too. It finally comes to me, but not after some frustration. Good luck with your OC'ing, and don't go to high. That board isn't really designed for OC'ing. Low phase power, lesser quality components, age, and no heat sinks on the VRMs. And Ultra PSUs are 5th tier PSUs. Rather Poor quality. http://www.tomshardware.com/forum/id-2547993/psu-tier-list.html#xtor=EPR-8886
Good thing it's an 850W.

 

[FordGuru88]

Yeah, this was my first build so I made some noob mistakes. The RAM was for the cheap price and this computer will be a family computer from now till it dies. Just one more quick thing, I did my OC and I'm running at 3.57 GHz with 1.35 V. The CPU vCore reads about 1.36 V peaking at 1.375 V. I ran an eight hour p95 blend test and it didn't fail. It peaked at 43C but ran about 38-40C consistently through the hour of the test I watched. Do you think I'll be alright at these voltages with this board? Or should I drop my OC a bit?

 

[clutchc]

Yeah, this was my first build so I made some noob mistakes. The RAM was for the cheap price and this computer will be a family computer from now till it dies. Just one more quick thing, I did my OC and I'm running at 3.57 GHz with 1.35 V. The CPU vCore reads about 1.36 V peaking at 1.375 V. I ran an eight hour p95 blend test and it didn't fail. It peaked at 43C but ran about 38-40C consistently through the hour of the test I watched. Do you think I'll be alright at these voltages with this board? Or should I drop my OC a bit?

You apparently got a good processor. Congrats.
Your vcore is still within stock parameters for that CPU (1.075V - 1.375V). Turbo mode (when less than 6 cores are needed) is 1.225V - 1.425V. So you're below that. Speaking of Turbo mode, did you remember to disable turbo mode? If not, it will still go into effect when needed raising the vcore automatically even more. If you want to OC that processor, I'd recommend disabling turbo mode. After doing so, I'd say you are safe with that mild OC. I would not take the vcore any higher than 1.5V no matter what.

 

[FordGuru88]

I did disable Turbo mode. I also disabled any "green" power options, such as Cool n' Quiet. I also kept my CPU-NB, HTT link, and RAM frequencies pretty close to stock with voltages set on auto (2200 mhz for NB/HTT and 966 for RAM). That's great news on the voltages! Thanks again for all your help!

 

[clutchc]

If the noisy CPU cooler fan gets to be too much, feel free to turn C&Q back on. It will actually help keep the system in good shape by idling down when not needed and lowering voltages. The fan will run quieter and there will be less heat generated.

 

[FordGuru88]

I'm actually using a case fan for airflow across the radiator. I didn't want the radiator attached to the panel and it made for a cleaner install. My case is an Antec Nine Hundred Two and I'm using the rear fan. I don't know if that's a no-no but it's been doing pretty well since I built it. Temps have always been ambient temp plus 5-10 degrees (unless under heavy load). I'm a mechanic by trade so I just did what made sense for cool temps. Lol.