Does EZ SYSTEM TUNING VOID WARRANTY?

[Serious_Undead54]

Hey guys,
I just bought my new gaming pc

Asus z170 pro gaming

I5 6600k

I want to know that when I went in bios there is written Asus EZ SYSTEM TUNING and under it there is choice of modes and I just changed it ASUS OPTIMAL TECHNOLOGY (from Normal)
And when I booted my pc and I checked my CPU performance from task manager, it was showing that my CPU is running at 4.2 GHz (I5 6600k is clocked at 3.9ghz)continuously.
I'm scared if I5 6600k's warranty got voided
(Now,I set it back to normal from Asus optimal technology)
Did it void my warranty?

 

[ThatVietGuy]

No.

 

[Serious_Undead54]

Really?
Then why was it showing processor running at 4.2ghz?
Today it was on normal even then it showed overclocking failed on booting normally,why?

 

[ThatVietGuy]

The EZ System Tuning is to enable an overclock on your CPU. The Tuning determined that for your system running at 4.2Ghz was stable.

 

[Serious_Undead54]

If CPU is stable then the warranty won't be voided?
I have checked CPU performance after booting and opened task manager<performance<CPU

 

[John_485]

Do some research on how to overclock by doing it thru the Bios and not an EZ Tune utility. Go to YouTube and type in "Overclocking the 6600K" and you'll get all the information you need. Intel doesn't recommend overclocking even though they sell unlocked chips. So if you damage your chip by overclocking it you are most likely screwed. But do not fear, the 6600K is a great chip and 4.2GHz is very easy on this chip. The only thing I would do is set it up so you are using the power-saving and speed-step features the chip comes with. In order to learn how to do this research the topic and watch a few videos. Either that or someone with a lot of knowledge on this forum may help you out. That's how I learned how to overclock my 6600K and it has worked out beautifully.

 

[Serious_Undead54]

I just don't want to void warranty
Because if any problem comes in future then I can get it repaired
So,I just want to know whether my 6600k's warranty got voided or will get voided after using EZ SYSTEM TUNING and changing mode to ASUS OPTIMAL TECHNOLOGY or not?

 

[J_E_D_70]

Yes it does void the warranty, which is why they sell a $25 plan to cover you:
http://click.intel.com/tuningplan/faq

It specifically states they don't encourage overclocking. Having said that, is it worth $25? I'd say no. I've been on these forums a long time and people burning up CPUs is incredibly rare. Still best to research and OC yourself so you can ensure the voltage is staying in a safe range - that's what will kill it, not the speed.

 

[John_485]

I just don't want to void warranty
Because if any problem comes in future then I can get it repaired
So,I just want to know whether my 6600k's warranty got voided or will get voided after using EZ SYSTEM TUNING and changing mode to ASUS OPTIMAL TECHNOLOGY or not?

Intel offers a one-time warranty for something like $30 dollars for their K series chips. You'll get a new chip if yours fails due to pushing it too hard, but you can only get a replacement one time. After that you are on your own.

Yes, if your chip burns up due to overclocking I would say that your warranty will be voided. But...I would contact whoever sold you your computer and speak with them about warranty information. It's the only way you'll know for sure and I and others could be wrong.

 

[Serious_Undead54]

Q1-If we overclock the processor and after a while we set all things(clock speed,voltage,etc.) to default then the warranty will be voided or not?

Q2-Can we buy the $25 plan even after overclocking?

 

[John_485]

Stop worrying about voiding the warranty, the chips were made to be overclocked and as long as you don't push it too hard you'll be fine. Even if you did blow the chip you don't have to tell them that you were overclocking. Just day the chip blew all on its own. Not honest but they can afford to take a small hit like that, we consumers usually can't.

 

[burnhamjs]

Q1-If we overclock the processor and after a while we set all things(clock speed,voltage,etc.) to default then the warranty will be voided or not

Yes, if you OC you void the warranty.
From the warranty:“Altering clock frequency and/or voltage may: (i) reduce system stability and useful life of the system and processor; (ii) cause the processor and other system components to fail; (iii) cause reductions in system performance; (iv) cause additional heat or other damage; and (v) affect system data integrity. Intel has not tested, and does not warranty, the operation of the processor beyond its specifications. Intel assumes no responsibility that the processor, including if used with altered clock frequencies and/or voltages, will be fit for any particular purpose.”

Q2-Can we buy the $25 plan even after overclocking?

From Intel:
Who is eligible for this Plan? Can anyone purchase it at any time?
Integrators, resellers and end users are able to purchase the Plan during the first year of eligible processor ownership.