MOVED: P7N Diamond Overclocking Assistance Please

This topic has been moved to Overclockers & Modding Corner.
https://forum-en.msi.com/index.php?topic=114771.0

Bomberh,
My bad...was thinking of the P6N Diamond..the P7N Diamond does NOT have the VTT option in Cell Menu. Just for info, I had .500 volts on my e6750 on stock air cooling and it posted 3600mhz and the CPU temp in bios never exceeded 32 deg C. So, what you have to do is raise the voltage to the CPU to give it a little "oomphh" to get into post and the OS. Your Arctic cooler should be able to handle it..try 1333, increase voltage in cell menu to .375 and see what happens? Up to .500 volts with a good air cooler w/adequate heat paste should be quite safe. You should always stop in bios to check the Hardware Monitor and record what the CPU and System temps are when O/Cing...if you see a steadily increasing temperature you will have plenty of time to pull the plug..lol. Keep us posted. Like Aaron said..it's all about trial and error.
Paul

Similar Messages

Users running the P7N Diamond and QX9650 please weigh in. I need help...

OK, I'll start from the beginning. I had an EVGA 780i mobo, which ran a Q6600 at 3ghz quite easily. Well, I decided that I had money to burn so I ordered a QX9650. It would not work on the EVGA, the cpu voltage and cpu fsb voltage would not adjust no matter what I tried. So, I popped the cpu into my kids rig, which has a DFI X38 mb and the cpu worked perfectly, voltages adjusted, multiplier adjusted, etc. During the RMA process to EVGA, I got an MSI P7N Diamond to run SLI with. Stuck the cpu in it and away I went into Vista 64, all happy. I had to bump the memory voltage up to 1.95 volts, but that was it. I then decided to raise the multi from 9 to 10. I set it, warm booted and tested it in Vista. 100% stable. 2 days later, I attempted to turn my computer on. No post. I had to power off/on very quickly to get it to post, at which point I got an error message that the cpu vid had failed or there was a mismatch with the cpu to fsb ratio, hit F1 to enter setup or F2 to load defaults. I e-mailed MSI and received beta P05 and it was just downhill from there. I couldn't cold boot at all, stock settings, OC settings, voltages adjusted, it didn't matter. So back to the shipping bios. I got a new beta this morning, dated 2/18, and it was the exact same.
Issues with both beta's:
1. Cannot cold boot.
2. Logitech G15 acts erratically prior to entering Vista.
Things I have tried:
1. Raising Vcore.
2. Raising NB/SB voltages.
2. Raising FSB Terminator voltage.
Nothing helps. MSI simply told me not to OC and run at stock and that there was no problem. Is there anyone else out there that has this cpu and mb? If so, can you post your experience with it and let me know if there is something I am doing wrong or could try?

Below is the actual transcript that I had with MSI on this issue. As far as they are concerned, I don't need to change the multiplier on my QX9650. (Start reading from the bottom up for the actual order of the conversation)
Quote
MSI Tech. 02/19/2008 Then, there is no problem with the mb.
End User 02/19/2008 There doesn't seem to be any issues with usb while on using the shipping bios, I only see it when I flash to the beta bios'.
MSI Tech. 02/19/2008 If the stock bios also has the usb issue then try: Have all USB device connected to the rear USB ports that are build onto the mb and retest with all USB header on the mb be removed from any front USB connections or adapter connections and retest. If all steps have been tried and problem still persists then please kindly refer to our website for manufacturer warranty RMA info/request: http://www.msicomputer.com/support/CustomerS.asp
End User 02/19/2008 No change. I cannot even cold-boot at stock settings with this. Also, it still kills my Logitech G15 keyboard randomly. i have to unplug it and plug it back in to get it to power up, and that is only after I boot into Vista. Back on the shipping bios for now at stock settings. Please, if you would, keep me informed of changes or progress. Thanks.
End User 02/19/2008 Thanks! I will poat back if it helps or not.
MSI Tech. 02/19/2008 Beta bios v111 attached to this form.
End User 02/19/2008 Is there any other beta bios' that you have that could help? The P05 didn't work out so well, maybe you have a newer one that I could try? It seems odd that it is only on a cold boot that I have issues and not on warm boots. I am willing to try anything you got at this point!
MSI Tech. 02/19/2008 Sorry, but MSI did not see any issue with using QX9650 processor.
End User 02/19/2008 So are you saying that as far as MSI is concerned, there is no issue with the QX9650 and the P7N Diamond motherboard? I am not asking you for advice on hot to OC it, I am asking you if you know of the issue and are looking into it to try and correct it. If you do not think there is an issue and are not going to investigate it, then I will be very disappointed.
MSI Tech. 02/19/2008 If there is no problem with standard bios and no OC then you can refer to other website/forum for OC suggestions or settings. MSI does not provide these setting/suggestions since it can cause damage to the components.
End User 02/19/2008 Also, I am unable to use the Dual Core center, as I am running Vista 64. It does not load properly when using this OS.
End User 02/19/2008 As of now, it boots and runs fine with the shipping bios and no OC. But, why would I have paid such a high premium to get a QX9650, that has an unlocked multiplier, if I cannot use it? Is this strictly an issue with the newer 45nm Intel processors or is it something else? If not being able to use my cpu's unlocked multiplier is "ok", then I may return the board for a refund.
MSI Tech. 02/18/2008 What is the problem when system uses the standard bios and not OC?
End User 02/18/2008 Is there a fix on the way or is it just a problem with my hardware? I have it back on the shipping bios and it is at least cold-booting now, as well as my G15 is working. I upped the NB voltage a hair above auto, maybe this has somethinng to do with it?
MSI Tech. 02/18/2008 Use the standard bios and use software to OC: http://global.msi.com.tw/index.php?func=downloaddetail&type=utility&maincat_no=1&prod_no=1372
End User 02/18/2008 I was way too quick to say everything is OK. I now have cold boot issues aplenty. 9 times out of 10 it will not post on a cold boot, but will warm boot. I have to power off then on real quickly to get it to post at stock speeds. Also, my Logitech G15 started to act erratic with the P05 beta. I am back on the shipping bios until I hear from you.
End User 02/18/2008 Thanks you for the beta. I flashed to it, cleared the cmos and set everything back up and now I have a new problem. Even though I have disabled the EIST function in the bios, it still seems to be on. i am using cpu-z version 1.44.1 to monitor the multiplier and it randomly shifts between whatever I set it to and 6. It is even doing it when the system is loaded, ie playing games. Please, help!
MSI Tech. 02/18/2008 Beta bios attached to this form.
End User 02/18/2008 Everything is stable 100%. But, on my QX9650, I set the multiplier to 10X to run at 10x333=3.33ghz. It was fine until this morning. I turned the computer on and it would not post. I powered down and repowered it up and it siad the cpu vid had failed or errored, hit F1 to enter setup or F2 to load defaults. I entered setup and the multiplier was set back to 9x. I left it there and am ok now. Is there a beta bios that helps out operations with the newest Intel 45nm processors, such as the QX9650?
I have absolutely no issues in Vista itself, it is 100% stable. It is only on a cold boot that I have serious issues. And yes, I got 3 in a row, went to work for a few hours, then came home and bam! No cold boot. Also, I don't know how comfortable I am raising the vcore that much, as 1.21-1.25 is the normal operating range. 1.3625 is aweful high. Now, with the 65nm quads, that is more in the range of what would be needed, but no way should it be necessary to pushh this QX9650 to a meeger 3.33ghz. As far as temps go, I have the processor watercooled, so no worries there. I am away from home now until Saturday morning, so I can't test anything until the weekend.
Thanks alot for the responses!
Shawn

P7N Diamond overclocking Q6600

Hi all i would like to overclock my cpu now after having the P7N for over a month now and running everything standard. I have DDR2 800 Geil Memory which is running at 6-6-6-18. I have read that you need my VID which is 1.2750v. What would be my best settings? Any help would be great thank you.

Msi p7n diamond
Bios 1.2 (official)
Sunbeam core contact freezer (i saw on www.frostytech.com it was number one so i bought it
kentsfield q6600 vid 1.275 at (3.2 oc it ides at 37c if that helps any.) GO
Ocz ddr2 1066 2x2gb ram (4-3-3-8)
Ocz power supply 800 watt (85% efficiency) runs on a single volt rail, 60 amps
msi 2x8800 gts (g92)
320gb seagate 7200 hardrive
80gb seagate 7200 hardrive
blackline nzxt case, with a mess of fans. system idles at around 37 though i believe that's because of my videocard oc and the mass of a cooler i have
anyway thanks for replying, i was just wondering, i'm played around so much trying to get a stable 3.6 and i could get it to run stable for days on end until after like 10-15 minutes of gaming it would freeze, i could even run 3dmark and everything was fine.
the thing i don't understand is what am i supposed to set the fsb terminator to? I know the gtlreff volts have percentages to refer to but i have found nothing on the fsb term.
Thanks

MOVED: P7N Diamond - Memory Problem ???

This topic has been moved to Intel Core Duo and Core 2 Duo based boards.
https://forum-en.msi.com/index.php?topic=118059.0

Absolutely nothing helps. NOTHING. I have tried every possible thing you could expect normal user to try. This mainboard is crap. I got this to almost work with some (very expensive) Kingston memory sticks which were mentioned somewhere with this board, it only crashes few times a day now! Every component is tested at reseller AND replaced with some other brand. No help.
BFG GeForce 9800GTX OCX 512MB
Intel Core 2 Quad Q9300 2.5GHz boxed 45nm (Socket775)
MSI P7N Diamond LGA 775 NVIDIA nForce 780i SLI (24pin)
Corsair Dominator XMS2-8500 4GB Kit (1066MHz)
Nexus NX-8050 500W 80 PLUS

P7N Diamond checking nvram Please HELP

Hello,
I have buy Msi P7N Diamond and it stuck in "checking nvram". I try to reset bios - change memory but i still have the same problem.
Computer Specifications
M/B: Msi P7N Diamond
VGA: EVGA 9600GT Graphics Card
HDD: Seagate 500GB 32mb cache
CPU: Intel Quad Core Q6600

Quote from: thnet on 28-March-08, 20:13:33
I buy new same motherboard P7N Diamond and work perfect but the old it still have problem...
Why didn't you just RMA the previous board? If I am reading what you're saying correctly.

MOVED: P7N Diamond + Q9550 + CORSAIR TWIN2X4096-8500C5DF overclock

This topic has been moved to Overclockers & Modding Corner.
https://forum-en.msi.com/index.php?topic=130218.0

get with these settings FSB 1550 X 8.5
D.O.T. Control...................... Disabled
Intel EIST.......................... Enabled - vid 1.23v
SLI-READY memory.....................Expert
System Clock Mode................... [Manual
CPU Ratio Setting .................. [8.5]
FSB Frequency ...................... [1.550] 387.5 X 8.5 = 3.293 Mhz
PCIE Frequency ..................... [100]
DRAM Frequency ..................... [1066]
Auto Disabled DRAM/PCIE..............Enabled
Advance DRAM Configuration: Manual
1st
CAS# Latency (CL) : 5
TRCD : 5
TRP : 5
TRAS : 15
TRRD : Auto
TRC : 30
TWR : Auto
TWTR : Auto
TREF : Auto
1T/2T NENORY TIMING : 2T
CPU Voltage ........................[0.01250]
DRAM Voltage .......................[2.10]
NB Voltage .........................[1.300]
SB Voltage .... ....................[1.575]
NB Memory Reference Voltage ........[1.045]
Memory Reference Voltage............[1.075]
Memory Terminator Voltage ..........[1.275]
CPU GTL Reference Voltage ..........[Auto]
NB GTL Reference Voltage............[Auto]
FSB Terminator Voltage .............[1.293]
SB Sleep Mode Voltage...............[Auto]
PCIe Expander PLL Voltage ..........[Auto]
CPU Spread Spectrum ................[disable]
is to reach 3600? I have to change?
my test in CPU-Z
STOCK:
in test IntelBurnTestV2
is good? thank you
--I hotlinked your images so you didn't need to have the separate links.
I also moved the thread to the overclocking section.
-Mike

MOVED: P7N Diamond Optimization and Overclocking

This topic has been moved to Overclockers & Modding Corner.
https://forum-en.msi.com/index.php?topic=121203.0

First off:
Learn how Intel's Core 2 architecture works. Basically: how the FSB calls the shots, how Vdrop needs to be compensated for, etc..
>>Core 2 Duo/Quad OC Guide<<
If you wish to go more advanced (after doing the above, obviously), you can start tweaking with GTLREF and FSB VTT voltages: >>GTLREF and FSB VTT Voltage Tweaking<<
VGA card overclocking is another story... NVIDIA and ATI differ in both ways. With NVIDIA, getting the GPU and/or shader clock speed higher help most.
It would be better to overclock one card at a time, then go with the lowest overall clock speeds for both - upon completion - test them together (the thermals will play MUCH more a case here, so watch those temps while running SLI and the overclock).
>>RivaTuner<<

MOVED: P7N Diamond/E8500 Overclocking Issue

This topic has been moved to Overclockers & Modding Corner.
https://forum-en.msi.com/index.php?topic=128705.0

Yep, CPU-Z version 1.51 is what I have installed. It kind of stinks that 3.7G's is the highest folks can get this board. I know many folks get the E8500 well past 4+G's, but I'll be happy with a stable 3.7G's. I really wanted to keep with BIOS overclocking, I just thought maybe I was doing something wrong. Any suggestions on some sort of performance testing I can do at default settings then at my overclock settings so I can verify I'm getting a performance increase?
Thanks for the reply!!!!!!!
GH
P.S. Oh yea, my VID is 1.2250v... I knew I had it written down!

MOVED: P7N diamond bios and overclock tips

This topic has been moved to Overclockers & Modding Corner.
https://forum-en.msi.com/index.php?topic=123868.0

This topic has been moved to Overclockers & Modding Corner.
https://forum-en.msi.com/index.php?topic=123868.0

MOVED: P45 Diamond overclocking thread

This topic has been moved to Overclockers & Modding Corner.
https://forum-en.msi.com/index.php?topic=119499.0

Quote from: youeffsee on 28-August-08, 16:06:07
hey,
I noticed this in your sig...."Custom liquid cooling driven by Apogee Drive Block/Pump, Coolit System CPU Eliminator Mod/Tecs and pump, TT T2MG Radiator"
I have a coolit eliminator that I plan on ripping apart fairly soon....from reading your sig and looking at your avatar it seems you have almost an identical cooling setup to what I'm about to do
few questions I have for ya:
-what pump are you using?
-what kind of temps do you get with it?
-do you have some more pictures?
-my eliminator is still installed on my current system(squeals like a pig all day long tho) so I haven't had a chance to really examine it closely,Do they come apart fairly easy and will I need any rare screwdrivers or tools? (eg.like Nintendo Wiis tri-wing screws)
I'm thinkin of getting another eliminator (my friend has 1 w/ a broken pump he might sell me real cheap) and plumbing them both together than adding a rad and reservoir with a more powerful pump.
nice system
edit:I don't mean to hijack your thread (I thought I PMed this lol)...pm me back if ya prefer
Thanks for not wanting to even though did Jack me just the same .
Please respond only to the with overclocking suggestions if you don't have a MSI P45 Diamond and if you do please share your settings in the afore mentioned format.
youeffsee, I would be more than glad to share info and pic's. Please pm me because I don't appear to have those privileges yet or too unfamiliar with site and haven't fiqured out how to.

MOVED: P7N Diamond Settings

This topic has been moved to Overclockers & Modding Corner.
https://forum-en.msi.com/index.php?topic=115679.0

Bomberth,
Please see the XS thread on the P7N for lots of OC tips and assistance:
http://www.xtremesystems.org/forums/showthread.php?t=178286
Assuming you have a good Q6600 (preferably G0 stepping) and proper cooling, you should have no trouble OCing on this board.
Regards,
Mark.

MOVED: K9N Diamond Overclocking

This topic has been moved to Overclockers & Modding Corner.
https://forum-en.msi.com/index.php?topic=118277.0

Quote from: DaveR on 11-March-07, 03:56:06
Clear cmos.
Enter bios and load optimised defaults.
Exit.
Re-enter bios and change user settings to your liking; ensure usb stuff is enabled.
Save and exit.
Shutdown and change keyboards.
Report back.
I tried what you mentioned above several times and sometimes boot up would work without the PS2 keyboard, sometimes it would not. Clearing the CMOS never worked on this board. I pressed the clear CMOS button (with power cable disconnected) and it did nothing. I also upgraded to the 1.2 bios and that seemed to reduce the frequency of the "overclocking has failed" bootup failures, but it was still present. Also, with the 1.2 bios, I seemed to have more bootup hangs (raid, etc.) once I did get through the initial posting process.
Power Supply Specs:
Antec Truepower 2.0 (480 Watt) - Haven't had an issue with thie PSU in my previous SLI setup.
+5: 38A
+12(1): 18A
+12(2): 18A
+3.3A: 30A
-12: 1.0A
+5: 2.0A
But at this point, it is a lost cause because the board is now toast (where is the PB and J!!!!). I left the PS2 keyboard connected, installed windows, installed some testing software, and did some performance checking, heard a "sizzling" sound from around the capacitors between the cpu socket and the rear board connetors, a quick burnt electrical smell, and the system powered off. Now the board won't power on. I checked the CPU, memory and cards and thankfully they are ok. So it appears the board is toast. I have already requested an RMA.
The first board I got was DOA, and now this board had issues from the first time I powered it on. It just seems like the K9N Diamond boards have some serious quality issues. I read the NewEgg reviews for this board and there are quite a few reviewers having DOA/posting type issues.
-S

P7N Diamond 1333/1066 - Please confirm??

Hi everyone,
I think i know my problem now;
I have a QX9650 that runs at 1333
a Motherboard that only supports up to 1066
RAM at 1066 (regardless of 2 gig or 4 gig)
First of all, I never wanted to overclock anything at all and now I read more forum posts it seems like the 1333 was set for people who don't mind overclocking their RAM modules - Am I correct here?
Also, I have a friend who is in the computer business that keep insisting that this configuration should work - regardless of the RAM and CPU not being 1:1 with each other. Yet I get constant problems with reboots and sytem hang ups... etc...
Would I be better off getting the P7N2 Diamond since it actually has support for 1333 RAM - meaning i'll have to buy that 1333 RAM also, which i am happy to do. I just don't want anything overclocked.
Thanks for hearing me out - Please reply even if it sounds like i'm on the right track - or wrong lol.
:: Debugnus ::

Quote
it seems like the 1333 was set for people who don't mind overclocking their RAM modules - Am I correct here?
I am not sure I understand what you are trying to point out/ask.
Quote
Also, I have a friend who is in the computer business that keep insisting that this configuration should work - regardless of the RAM and CPU not being 1:1 with each other. Yet I get constant problems with reboots and sytem hang ups... etc...
FSB=1333 MHz is an effective rating and means 333 MHz real clock speed.
DDR2-1066 is also an effective rating and means 533 MHz real clock speed.
With an FSB clock speed of 333 MHz (1333 MHz effective) your memory would by operating synchronously @333 MHz real clock speed (1:1) which equals DDR2-667 MHz.
Quote
Kingston KHX8500D2/1GN
Not sure which modules you mean. Please look here for comparison and post the link to the corresponding datasheet:
http://www.kingston.com/hyperx/products/khx_ddr2.asp

MOVED: P6N Diamond overclock

This topic has been moved to Overclockers & Modding Corner.
https://forum-en.msi.com/index.php?topic=111031.0

Brinbane,,my e6750 runs all day at 3600mhz. However, I have learned from experience that every CPU is different, I had a 630 that overclocked better than a 670 CPU...it's a crap shoot at best. Also, just wondering if Vista is less tolerant than WinXP for overclocking? I have CPU-Zd to 3800, but it's not stable due to my budget memory. The 680 boards have always been decent overclockers, but an Intel board will almost always reach higher bus speeds than a Nvidia board....but, we do have SLI..!! If Intel ever comes out with the Skulltrail board, I'd buy it..two processors (ala server board) and Nvidia 100 chipsets for SLI..woohoo.!!
Keep the faith..Paul
Skulltrail----> http://www.legitreviews.com/article/568/1/

MOVED: P6N Diamond Overclock Help

This topic has been moved to Overclockers & Undervolting & Modding Corner.
https://forum-en.msi.com/index.php?topic=152675.0

Brinbane,,my e6750 runs all day at 3600mhz. However, I have learned from experience that every CPU is different, I had a 630 that overclocked better than a 670 CPU...it's a crap shoot at best. Also, just wondering if Vista is less tolerant than WinXP for overclocking? I have CPU-Zd to 3800, but it's not stable due to my budget memory. The 680 boards have always been decent overclockers, but an Intel board will almost always reach higher bus speeds than a Nvidia board....but, we do have SLI..!! If Intel ever comes out with the Skulltrail board, I'd buy it..two processors (ala server board) and Nvidia 100 chipsets for SLI..woohoo.!!
Keep the faith..Paul
Skulltrail----> http://www.legitreviews.com/article/568/1/

MOVED: P7N Diamond Overclocking Assistance Please

Similar Messages

Maybe you are looking for