CPU Unstable

[MQ]

I attempted to overclock my 3.0ghz 775 today but came into some trouble. First I was able to oc to 3.2 with no trouble at 1.3500V but when I bumped the FSB up by 5 to 220 and my vcore to 1.4000V, windows was only stable for 5 mins and 3dmark05 closed on me with an error. My temperatures didnt go above 40C. Any suggestions? Increase my vcore even more?

 

[joejccva]

Can you provide us with your total system specs? CPU, mobo, ram, video, PSU, case, cooling, etc.?

 

[MQ]

Ok sorry
CPU: 3.0ghz p4 prescott
Mobo: MSI 915G
Ram: PC3200 512mbx2
PSU: 350 Generic
Cooling: 90mm out, 90mm in, 7700CU
Video: x300 but getting x800 xl soon

 

[joejccva]

Originally posted by: MQ
Ok sorry
CPU: 3.0ghz p4 prescott
Mobo: MSI 915G
Ram: PC3200 512mbx2
PSU: 350 Generic
Cooling: 90mm out, 90mm in, 7700CU
Video: x300 but getting x800 xl soon

Get a better PSU. I don't know intel systems much but I know that if you are trying to overclock, you need a good quality PSU with decent amps on 12v rail. Try getting a 480W or 500W decent PSU.

 

[MQ]

Im getting 12.20V on my 12V rail. Seems to be good enough

 

[joejccva]

Originally posted by: MQ
Im getting 12.20V on my 12V rail. Seems to be good enough

What are the amps on the 12v rail my friend? If you are trying to overclock this can be a problem.

 

[MQ]

Where do I get these readings from?

 

[joejccva]

Give me the link to your PSU that you purchased and I can tell you.

 

[Lonyo]

You look on the side of the PSU for what is says the rails are rated at.

Also, you have PC3200 memory which may hold you back if it doesn't overclock.
Are you running a divinder, if not, you waht want to try one.