intel core 2 quad q9650 3.0ghz running at 2.0ghz

[TomasCab1]

Hello guys, I was wondering why my processor is running at lower speed than it should.
All cores running at 2.0, i dled some apps to see the speed and they tell me the same.
Is it a jumper switch I need to touch on my mobo? I cant seem to find anything on my bios, only overclock options.
Thanks in advance.

 

[rgd1101]

Motherboard make and model?
Is this an upgrade?

 

[TomasCab1]

ASRock g41c-vs, I just bought it yes. sorry I didnt specify.

 

[gingerrankin]

In general the cpu lowers its frequency when it is not necessary to go at full speed.

Look at the advanced power options of windows in case there is any limitation of the CPU indicated.

Also, You can enter your BIOS and disable the "SpeedStep" parameter.

 

[TomasCab1]

wow you are a genius, I switched the energy setting to "passive" and then it went up to 3.0 ghz. Thanks a lot ginger, should i check bios anyway?