The Unofficial ASUS P5N-E SLI 650i Board Thread

[Core2]

Originally posted by: ElAguila
I got this board a couple of days ago. I haven't been able to read through all of this thread yet. I was wondering if someone could make a list of the known "fsb holes" and put it on the first page of these threads so it can be easily found.

What bios are you using? I was going to do that but it seems to differ with board, chip and bios. With 0202 419 - 423 FSB and 450 to 470FSB were no go for my board and chip. With 0401 I haven't found a FSB hole yet. Read through pages 12 - 30 that should have some notes on the FSB holes with 0202

 

[Core2]

Originally posted by: HRPretzel
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I set it to EXPERT and manually changed it to 2T and it still boots 1T and won't load windows.

In addition, CPU-Z reports my Bank Cycle Time (TRC) as 1 clocks... that doesn't seem right and I didn't see where I could change that in the bios.
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Then disable SLI and manually set them. I only used SLI as a reference to set timings. Its more for beginners that need help when overclocking. The manaual shows that the tRC is the 7th from the top. I wouldn't worry about those sub timings leave them on auto just the first 5

 

[HRPretzel]

You mention memtest 1.7 but I only see version 3.2.. can't find 1.7 anywhere??
nevermind found it http://www.memtest.org/

 

[Core2]

Originally posted by: HRPretzel
You mention memtest 1.7 but I only see version 3.2.. can't find 1.7 anywhere??
nevermind found it http://www.memtest.org/

 

[Core2]

Originally posted by: Core2

Originally posted by: HRPretzel
You mention memtest 1.7 but I only see version 3.2.. can't find 1.7 anywhere??
nevermind found it http://www.memtest.org/

Edit: Try this instead you have to run dual instances of 853mb
Memtest 3.5 for windows

 

[Grier]

Hi, I'm afraid I'm another new person to the board! Thread's a bit long to get through (managed the first 20 and last 20 pages!)

Just installed a Thermalright HR-05 on the NB and a fan blowing across the SB. I understand how it helps as it gets hotter when overclocking. It's definitely cooler now so what voltage can I expect to set the NB at?

unfortunately the sb chip actually melted a little of a SATA cable I had that rested on it before i put a fan across it...wasn't pleased!

 

[ElAguila]

I am using 0401. Right now I am at 338x9 for the cpu. The memory is unlinked and is running at 810MHz @ 4-4-3-15. I really like to board. My main issue with it is the vcore isn't very stable. I have it set to 1.4v in the bios. When windows boots the vcore stays between 1.39 and 1.42. When I put it under load with orthos though the vcore drops down to 1.35 and stays there.

 

[sbinh]

Originally posted by: Grier
Hi, I'm afraid I'm another new person to the board! Thread's a bit long to get through (managed the first 20 and last 20 pages!)

Just installed a Thermalright HR-05 on the NB and a fan blowing across the SB. I understand how it helps as it gets hotter when overclocking. It's definitely cooler now so what voltage can I expect to set the NB at?

unfortunately the sb chip actually melted a little of a SATA cable I had that rested on it before i put a fan across it...wasn't pleased!

Put this little Zalman heatsink on SB .. then you'll be fine.

Read Core2's post on page 92 for guidance.

 

[Core2]

Originally posted by: Grier
Hi, I'm afraid I'm another new person to the board! Thread's a bit long to get through (managed the first 20 and last 20 pages!)

Just installed a Thermalright HR-05 on the NB and a fan blowing across the SB. I understand how it helps as it gets hotter when overclocking. It's definitely cooler now so what voltage can I expect to set the NB at?

unfortunately the sb chip actually melted a little of a SATA cable I had that rested on it before i put a fan across it...wasn't pleased!

Welcome Aboard Grier

Page 92 of this thread there is a Tips and OC guide section. There is a link to a heatsink for the SB on that page too
For Default speed NB 1.2

 

[sbinh]

Originally posted by: ElAguila
I am using 0401. Right now I am at 338x9 for the cpu. The memory is unlinked and is running at 810MHz @ 4-4-3-15. I really like to board. My main issue with it is the vcore isn't very stable. I have it set to 1.4v in the bios. When windows boots the vcore stays between 1.39 and 1.42. When I put it under load with orthos though the vcore drops down to 1.35 and stays there.

That is because you are using Asus board.
Specially this particular MB, vdroop is rediculous.

 

[Core2]

Hey sbinh,
How's everything going. I fixed that page up a little. As things come to mind I'll add more. If you think of something that should be there PM me with it and I'll post it.

 

[okc]

Put this little Zalman heatsink on SB .. then you'll be fine.

FYI:
I put that on my board but had to modify the heatsink so it would not touch my 8800GTX. Definitely make sure your SB setup is not touching your graphic card or you will short the graphic card out...

 

[Core2]

Originally posted by: ElAguila
I am using 0401. Right now I am at 338x9 for the cpu. The memory is unlinked and is running at 810MHz @ 4-4-3-15. I really like to board. My main issue with it is the vcore isn't very stable. I have it set to 1.4v in the bios. When windows boots the vcore stays between 1.39 and 1.42. When I put it under load with orthos though the vcore drops down to 1.35 and stays there.

Here's a solution P5N-E SLI vMod or just keep raising it up

 

[sbinh]

Or this one ..
COOLER MASTER SLC-S41-U1 Copper

 

[Core2]

Originally posted by: okc
Put this little Zalman heatsink on SB .. then you'll be fine.

FYI:
I put that on my board but had to modify the heatsink so it would not touch my 8800GTX. Definitely make sure your SB setup is not touching your graphic card or you will short the graphic card out...

Are you running in SLI. The HR-05 SLI works good for that.

 

[sbinh]

Originally posted by: Core2
Hey sbinh,
How's everything going. I fixed that page up a little. As things come to mind I'll add more. If you think of something that should be there PM me with it and I'll post it.

I haven't played much with it lately.
I don't know if I got "bad" cpu or not .. but it seems to me that the cpu "eats" too much ... hahahaha .... ...

I found one weird thing on this board earlier ... When i raised vcore by 1 notch .. idle temp dropped 2*C .... :Q ...

Seriously, this board is so freaking weird. It can run fine for week(s) ... but on one fine day .. it can drive you nut for some crazy error .... like: reboot, failed tests, .... or even worse, you need to turn off everything including PSU completely.

 

[Core2]

Originally posted by: sbinh

Originally posted by: Core2
Hey sbinh,
How's everything going. I fixed that page up a little. As things come to mind I'll add more. If you think of something that should be there PM me with it and I'll post it.

I haven't played much with it lately.
I don't know if I got "bad" cpu or not .. but it seems to me that the cpu "eats" too much ... hahahaha .... ...

I found one weird thing on this board earlier ... When i raised vcore by 1 notch .. idle temp dropped 2*C .... :Q ...

Seriously, this board is so freaking weird. It can run fine for week(s) ... but on one fine day .. it can drive you nut for some crazy error .... like: reboot, failed tests, .... or even worse, you need to turn off everything including PSU completely.

Yes, I was looking at the P5N32-E SLI Plus That doesn't seem much better. May some needed bios updates will help

 

[okc]

sbinh - Actually have one of those. That would work with its low profile for sure.

Core2 - No. I don't know if I installed it at the wrong angle or not but I had to remove two rows of pillars. Not sure on the size difference of your card versus an 8800GTX, but my card, if you look directly at the side you cannot see the SLI bridge. The card is nearly to the next PCI-E slot. I don't see a problem with this because the SB is not warming up that much. I am definitely getting that Artic HSF though. Especially if does what it claims!

 

[Core2]

Originally posted by: okc
sbinh - Actually have one of those. That would work with its low profile for sure.

Core2 - No. I don't know if I installed it at the wrong angle or not but I had to remove two rows of pillars. Not sure on the size difference of your card versus an 8800GTX, but my card, if you look directly at the side you cannot see the SLI bridge. The card is nearly to the next PCI-E slot. I don't see a problem with this because the SB is not warming up that much. I am definitely getting that Artic HSF though. Especially if does what it claims!

I have three ARCTIC COOLING Freezer 7 PRO and all work great. Low temps and super quiet. I can't believe Newegg almost doubled the price since I bought mine $29.00

Here's some really good deals

http://heatsinkfactory.com/shop/product.php?productid=16334

http://www.us.ncix.com/products/index.php?sku=17225

 

[HRPretzel]

Originally posted by: Core2

Originally posted by: Core2

Originally posted by: HRPretzel
You mention memtest 1.7 but I only see version 3.2.. can't find 1.7 anywhere??
nevermind found it http://www.memtest.org/

You know, I was reading through the Memtest86 history and it doesn't show support for the newer Nvidia chipsets I wonder how reliable it is than. If someone knows let me know.


Edit: Try this instead you have to run dual instances of 853mb
Memtest 3.5 for windows

ha ha now you tell me. Well I ran memtest86 v1.7 2 hours 5 passes no errors (yellow slots)

 

[Core2]

Originally posted by: HRPretzel

Originally posted by: Core2

Originally posted by: Core2

Originally posted by: HRPretzel
You mention memtest 1.7 but I only see version 3.2.. can't find 1.7 anywhere??
nevermind found it http://www.memtest.org/

Edit: Try this instead you have to run dual instances of 853mb
Memtest 3.5 for windows

ha ha now you tell me. Well I ran memtest86 v1.7 2 hours 5 passes no errors (yellow slots)

No errors thats good. Right?

 

[DeadMan3000]

Is it safe to use the NTune beta for a moderate overclock? I'm too lazy to fiddle in the BIOS LOL

 

[Core2]

Originally posted by: DeadMan3000
Is it safe to use the NTune beta for a moderate overclock? I'm too lazy to fiddle in the BIOS LOL

Do you have a link to the Beta. I have tried (505 ? ) and it didn't work

 

[DeadMan3000]

http://www.guru3d.com/newsitem.php?id=4906

Let me know if it works

Try this site if guru3d does not work (Not working here)

http://www.majorgeeks.com/download5328.html

 

[Core2]

Originally posted by: DeadMan3000
http://www.guru3d.com/newsitem.php?id=4906

Let me know if it works

Try this site if guru3d does not work (Not working here)

http://www.majorgeeks.com/download5328.html

I tried that has very limited functionality. Is works great on my sons 570 SLI.
Try it can't hurt unless you use it to overclock. May be able to overclock your VC if its Nvidia. Let me know what your impression is

Release Notes:

This is a complete, updated release of the NVIDIA nTune. You are not required to install a previous version of this application before installing the latest version.
nTune 5.05 adds support for GPU temperature monitoring and overclocking on all motherboards.
On nForce motherboards where specific BIOS support is not available, only basic functionality will be available. Products support for advanced motherboard monitoring features:
nForce 220, nForce 220D, nForce 415 and nForce 420D
nForce2 and nForce2 400
nForce2 Ultra and nForce2 Ultra 400
nForce2 400R and nForce2 Ultra 400Gb
nForce3 150 and nForce3 PRO 150
nForce3 250, nForce3 250Gb and nForce3 PRO 250
nForce4 Pro 2200, nForce4 Ultra, and nForce4 SLI
nForce 590 SLI, nForce 570 SLI, nForce 570 Ultra, nForce 550
nForce 680a SLI, nForce 680i SLI, nForce 650i SLI, nForce 650i Ultra
Supported operating systems for this release:
Windows XP (32-bit)
Windows XP x64 Edition
Windows Vista (32-bit)
Windows Vista x64 Edition
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