New AMD 64 CPU drivers available

[rauskis]

AMD has released new versions of the 64bit processors drivers (for x64, server 2003 and xp):

http://www.amd.com/us-en/Processors/Tec...alResources/0,,30_182_871_9706,00.html

 

[keeleysam]

WTF does this do?

 

[GuitarDaddy]

From the description it appears to enable the use of Cool n Quiet

*edit*
Yes being the beta tester that I am, I installed them. And they do allow you to enable Cool n Quiet which I couldn't do previously.

I played around with C n' C long enough to find out it SUX, then I disabled it

 

[rgreen83]

How exactly does CnQ suck? If your cpu is idle, it clocks the cpu back and drops voltage, and so uses less power. Otherwise it is transparent, what is the negative here?

And yes, cool and quiet is the only thing this driver does, nothing has changed since the very first version several years ago (because there hasnt been a reason to), the only difference is the support of newer cpus. This release adds CnQ support to the dual core processors, nothing more, and performance or anything else will remain the same as without the driver.

 

[Bar81]

Well, when I was using Cool n Quiet last year on my rig, it wouldn't fully throttle up when I wanted it too causing some apps to not open instantly but after a slight lag. Turned off CnQ and all was well. Besides that it was okay but there are certainly kinks in the program.

 

[Doctorweir]

Use the Rightmark CPU Clock tool to dynamically control CnQ. Works great for me and saves a lot of power when the comp is up for just downloading, surfing, etc.

If you leave the control to Windows CnQ really sucks...

 

[Bar81]

Could you elaborate on that?

 

[Doctorweir]

RMClock
This tool allows you to control the clock the way you want.
You set a min and max voltage and multiplier, and the preference for speed or power saving.
Then it dynamically adjusts as needed.
My CPU is configured via the BIOS as in sig. This is also the maximum value for RMClock. For minimum I use 1000MHz (4x multi) / 1.0v which is perfectly fine...I don't experience lags...

 

[bradley]

I also use RMClock for control of Cool 'n Quiet; it works great even while overclocking. I have the minimal multiplier & voltage set as 4x/.850V, and it lowers my cpu temp to a frigid 26 Celsius. You can also set the profile for either greater power savings vs. more performance for absolutely no delays.... great program.

 

[Bar81]

Thanks for that. I'll give it a go.

 

[GuitarDaddy]

Originally posted by: Doctorweir
RMClock
This tool allows you to control the clock the way you want.
You set a min and max voltage and multiplier, and the preference for speed or power saving.
Then it dynamically adjusts as needed.
My CPU is configured via the BIOS as in sig. This is also the maximum value for RMClock. For minimum I use 1000MHz (4x multi) / 1.0v which is perfectly fine...I don't experience lags...

So 2.5ghz is the max setting? Or is it 250 HTT? I just upgraded to a SD3700+ and it runs 2800-2850mhz no problem, I will try it out anyway because I like the concept.

My problem with C n' Q is that with its enabled my current 24/7 O/C setting of 280 x 10 hangs going into windows then reboots at stock speed. I will try 250 x 11 = 2750, if that would work with the program you linked I might like C n' Q after all.

 

[bradley]

Originally posted by: GuitarDaddy

Originally posted by: Doctorweir
RMClock
This tool allows you to control the clock the way you want.
You set a min and max voltage and multiplier, and the preference for speed or power saving.
Then it dynamically adjusts as needed.
My CPU is configured via the BIOS as in sig. This is also the maximum value for RMClock. For minimum I use 1000MHz (4x multi) / 1.0v which is perfectly fine...I don't experience lags...

So 2.5ghz is the max setting? Or is it 250 HTT? I just upgraded to a SD3700+ and it runs 2800-2850mhz no problem, I will try it out anyway because I like the concept.

My problem with C n' Q is that with its enabled my current 24/7 O/C setting of 280 x 10 hangs going into windows then reboots at stock speed. I will try 250 x 11 = 2750, if that would work with the program you linked I might like C n' Q after all.

I'm running at 280x9=2520 MHz right now without a problem using RMClock. I don't see why you shouldn't either, as long as the multiplier is run at its rated speed. BTW, I've seen a worthwhile reduction in my electricity bill since using Cool 'n' Quiet.

 

[GuitarDaddy]

Originally posted by: Doctorweir
RMClock
This tool allows you to control the clock the way you want.
You set a min and max voltage and multiplier, and the preference for speed or power saving.
Then it dynamically adjusts as needed.
My CPU is configured via the BIOS as in sig. This is also the maximum value for RMClock. For minimum I use 1000MHz (4x multi) / 1.0v which is perfectly fine...I don't experience lags...

Thanks! This works great! And much quieter. And it throttles down the chipset also

 

[The Pentium Guy]

Edit: ignore this