P6N Diamond + Q6600 Overclocking Help

Hey guys,
After tweaking my setting for 7 hour, I got my computer stable @ 3.0Ghz using the following settings.
MSI P6N Diamond
Thermaltake Big Typhoon (Idle Temps 25-30C / Under Load Temps 35-50C)
FSB @ 1333
Memory @ 800
CPU Ratio @ 9x
PCI-E @ 100
CPU Voltage .0250V
Memory @ 2.2V
NB Voltage @ 1.325V
SB Voltage @ 1.50V
FSV VTT Voltage @ 12%
C1E Disabled
Now, I ran Prime95 on it from 2 AM last night till 2PM today, and had no problems. Very stable.
My only problem now is that I get random restarts on my system sometimes, like when I'm loading stuff, and so it restarts randomly, and then on boot, my Wireless Card (D-Link DWA-552 Extreme Wireless N) wont work anymore. Windows will see it, and says it works, but it wont detect any wireless networks. My Sound Card works fine, it is also in a PCI slot like the Wireless Card, so I'm wondering what else I need to tweak to make my peripherals working.
Thanks

Alright, when I try and run IntelBurntest, I can't even get the thing to run. Here is the mark from the Prompt.
Code: [Select]
IntelBurnTest v1.6 - Utilizes Intel(R) Linpack technology
by AgentGOD
Thanks to Cronos from XS for the memory size equation
Description: Linpack by Intel(R) is an extremely stressful program that will
put even the most powerful X86/X64 CPU in the world at its knees. Load temp
under Linpack will be up to 22*C higher than the competing software Prime95.
This program will make usage of Linpack easier and more practical.
Note: Testing under 64-bit Windows with an Intel(R) Core 2(tm) processor
will yield the most accurate test stability results. If you notice that
data under the "Residual(norm)" column is not consistent throughout the
testing session, your CPU and/or System Memory is unstable under stress.
Operating Systems supported:
32-bit Windows (X86)
64-bit Windows (X64) [not Itanium]
Currently running OS: 32-bit
Physical memory available: 2445 MB
Turn on error detection (Y/N)? N
Stress levels available:
1 - Maximum stress
2 - Half stress (uses 1/2 of available memory)
3 - Low stress (uses 1/4 of available memory)
4 - Customize stress level
Please select desired stress level> 1
Using maximum available memory to stress test (2445 MB).
Enter the number of times to run the test (5 or more recommended)> 10
Executing Intel(R) Linpack 32-bit mode...
Intel(R) LINPACK data
Current date/time: Thu Sep 11 18:07:58 2008
CPU frequency: 3.000 GHz
Number of CPUs: 4
Number of threads: 4
Parameters are set to:
Number of tests : 1
Number of equations to solve (problem size) : 17344
Leading dimension of array : 17344
Number of trials to run : 10
Data alignment value (in Kbytes) : 4
No runs is allowed for LinData\x86\linpack32.exe: not enough memory
Testing finished in 0.140 seconds.
Please check the "Residual(norm)" values and confirm that they are
all equal. If not, your CPU/RAM has failed Linpack testing.
Please donate if you like this program!
(http://www.ultimate-filez.com/?page=donate)
Execution stopped. Press enter to exit.
Say not enough memory, so I dont know what's going on here. =/

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So its about time for me to start overclocking. I have read the overclocking sticky and downloaded the appropriate programs to make sure I have a successful overclocking experience .
But... How do I do it?
So far I have found a site (Via google) that OC'd with my Mobo.
http://www.pcstats.com/articleview.cfm?articleid=2182&page=4
Looks pretty legit so I tried it, the only thing is. I cant change the CPU, Memory, and SB voltage.
So... yeah everytime I try to change what I can (FSB and NB voltage) Windows isn't able to start up.
God Please help me.

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I cant change the CPU, Memory, and SB voltage.
Use the +/- keys on the numpad of your keyboard.
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So... yeah everytime I try to change what I can (FSB and NB voltage) Windows isn't able to start up.
Please post the Cell Menu Settings you have tried so far.

Q6600 Overclock Help

guys need help here. I overclocked my q6600 @ 3.2ghz stable. I want to push it further to 3.6ghz. Any idea how to push it? here is my current setting @3.2ghz. I was able to push with with 3.6ghz but i experience error it occt and prim95.they said the cpu gtl is a big factor to be stable at 3.6ghz and i have no idea on the gtl values in msi p45. thanks! I will appreciate your help
Motherboard OC Jumper set to 266-333
================================
C1E: Disabled
Green Power: All Disabled
================================
Multi-Step OC Booster: Mode 1
DOT Control: Disabled
Intel Eist: Disabled
intel C-State Tech: Disabled
Adjust CPU FSB Frequenxy (MHz): 400
Adjust CPU Frequency:3200
CPU Multiplier: 8
================================
Advance DRAM Configuration: Manual
CAS Latency (CL): 5
tRCD: 5
tRP: 5
tRAS: 15
Advanced memory Setting: Auto
FSB/DRAM ratio: 1:1
Adjusted Dram Frequency: 800
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Auto disable DRAM/PCI Frequency: Enabled
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CPU GTL REF0: Auto
CPU GTL REF1: Auto
Dram voltage: 1.9v
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DDR_VREF_A: Auto
DDR_VREF_B: Auto
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ICH Voltage: Auto
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Quote from: AaronYuri on 28-July-08, 01:39:27
You'll need more FSB VTT voltage. Try about 1.35v then set: vGTLref0 to 67% of VTT, and vGTLref1 to 63% of VTT.
i already try to raise the FSB VTT at 1.35. how would i know the gtl value? i cant see 67% reading i got values which is .6xxxxx, .8xxxxx
by the way here is the bios setting that Ive tried
Motherboard OC Jumper set to 266-333
================================
C1E: Disabled
Green Power: All Disabled
================================
Multi-Step OC Booster: Mode 1
DOT Control: Disabled
Intel Eist: Disabled
intel C-State Tech: Disabled
Adjust CPU FSB Frequenxy (MHz): 400
Adjust CPU Frequency:3600
CPU Multiplier: 9
================================
Advance DRAM Configuration: Manual
CAS Latency (CL): 5
tRCD: 5
tRP: 5
tRAS: 15
Advanced memory Setting: Auto
FSB/DRAM ratio: 1:1
Adjusted Dram Frequency: 800
================================
ClockGenTuner: No Changes Done
Adjusted PCI Frequency: Default
Auto disable DRAM/PCI Frequency: Enabled
================================
CPU Voltage: 1.45v - 1.48v
CPU GTL REF0: Auto
CPU GTL REF1: Auto
Dram voltage: 2.0v
DDR_VREF
DDR_VREF_A: Auto
DDR_VREF_B: Auto
MCH Voltage: 1.45
MCH GTL REF: Auto
VTT FSB Voltage: 1.35
ICH Voltage: Auto
================================
Spread Spectrum: Disabled

P7n diamond+Q6600 overclocking not stable

hi folks
im currently trying to overclock my Q6600 to 3.6 but for some reason its not stable..tried dierent voltages and still crash after 5m with OCCT,does anyone know some good setup or ideas to make this work?
by the way here are my voltages for now:
fsb clock 1600
dram clock 800
cpu v 0.22500
dram v 2.10
nb v 1.450
sb v 1.550
cpu gtl 0.850
fsb term 1.245

Hi smatos. Could you give us the settings & voltages you have tried so far, & what has been your highest stable OC & settings? In bios Cell Menu, do you have 'Spread Spectrum' disabled?
What type CPU cooler do you have? Do you have any auxilliary cooling for the Northbridge? On my P7N D., NB heat, & a FSB hole at 1600 +/- 30, was it's biggest obstacle. To relieve the NB heat, the heatsink was removed & reseated with AS5 thermal compound, & a spot cooler put in place. Substantial case air flow is also critical in an aggressive OC.
In this section of the forum, there are several threads OC'ing the P7N D. & the Q6600. There may be some good tips & info in them that may be of help as well. Here's a couple links;
https://forum-en.msi.com/index.php?topic=123206.0 & https://forum-en.msi.com/index.php?topic=123868.0

P6n Diamond, Q6600...running hot?

Hello all, it's been about a year or so since I built my PC, and no real complaints so far. I never bothered to OC...never felt the need. However recently I got interested in it, so I downloaded coretemp, cpuz, and prime95. Just running the torture test with NO OC, and my temps keep climbing and climbing, into 75 max before i close prime95 due to fear of frying something! Is prime95/torture test programs only to be used with aftermarket CPU cooling? I have great airflow, all the optional fans w/ my Antec 900, and was shocked to see those kind of numbers and I guess I'm just wondering if this is normal, or maybe indicating a faulty CPU? Once I end the prime95 test, all temps immediately plummet down to low 30s celcius. I'd like to OC my q6600 to somewhere within 2.8-3 ghz, but looking at these results and I'm thinking I definetly need an aftermarket CPU cooler to even think about OC.
To think people run prime 95 for a full day?? Would probably burn my house down at the rate my temps increase!!
Been fiddling around since I posted this, and looks like my temps never go over 75oC for the first phaze of prime95 tests, but then after Tes 3 completes and Test 1 starts over again, this is when my temps start to soar to high 70s, and thats when I end prime95 IN FEAR!

First of all, oc-ing with a stockcooler = bad idea.
Second, the Q6600 is known to be a hot head, especially if you got a B3 stepping.
Third, you'll never get such a load as Prime95 will do on your cpu in normal use. Its just a program to test all to the limit and the limit is something, we homeusers, will likely never see, unless benching.
Quote from: Jacob01 on 02-May-09, 00:49:58
Just running the torture test with NO OC, and my temps keep climbing and climbing, into 75 max before i close prime95 due to fear of frying something! Is prime95/torture test programs only to be used with aftermarket CPU cooling? I have great airflow, all the optional fans w/ my Antec 900, and was shocked to see those kind of numbers and I guess I'm just wondering if this is normal, or maybe indicating a faulty CPU?
To think people run prime 95 for a full day?? Would probably burn my house down at the rate my temps increase!!
No your cpu will not burn your house down, around 80-85C it begins to throttle down to avoid damage and will eventually shut down if temp keeps on rising.
Like you already mentioned, buy a decent aftermarketcooler first before even thinking of oc-ing your quad.
Better yet, if you buy a quad, buy a decentcooler with it, cause the intel stock is crap for quads.
If you had a dualcore, like I have, then you could get a minor oc with stockcooling, but I would recommend against it.
So read some reviews, google is your friend and look around to see whats best for you.

MOVED: P6N SLI-FI Overclocking help

This topic has been moved to Overclockers & Modding Corner.
https://forum-en.msi.com/index.php?topic=106861.0

BG84
Right now, I am using the stock Intel CPu cooler but I don't think temperature is a problem though cause at 2.45Ghz, its running stable at 35C. The Antec 900 case also does a very good job of cooling the system down. And its not a stability issue either (yet) cause my problem is that the system won't even boot when I set the FSB to 1600 (400x7=2.8Ghz) so it does not even have time to heat up as well. Thanks
Bolle
Thanks for the advice. I will try fiddling with the NB voltage to see it would help. I have read in one of the reviews for this MB in Newegg.com that he was able to OC his brd with the same CPU to 440x7 but unfortunately, he did not give details on how its done and since its not a forum, I have no way of contacting that person. Anyway, I will try your advice and see if there would be an improvement.

P6N Diamond Overclock results

P6N Diamond, e6750 Overclock results
P6N Diamond
Intel e6750 2.66 1333
2X1G Patriot 4-4-4-12-2T (2.2V)
Thermaltake Toughpower 750
EVGA Geforce 8800GT Superclock (650MHz)
Cooler Master Hyper 212 air cooling
1. Starting with optimized defaults (AMI Bios 1.3):
   Default voltages
      CPU:   1.2 (per CPU-z)
      NB Volt:   1.275 (per CPU-z)
      SB Volt:   1.5 (Bios)
      FSB VTT:   Default? (Bios)
   System clock set to manual
      FSB:   1333
      Memory:   800
      CPU Multiplier:   8
   PCI-E frequency: 100
   Advanced Dram Config
      Manual settings, 4-4-4-12
      Set Memory voltage to 2.2v
System ran rock solid at this point
2. FSB set to 1400 - no problems
3. FSB set to 1500 - no problems. Based on what I others had achieved wasn't expecting any at this point.
4. FSB set to 1520 - BSOD, ruined boot sector, reinstalled Vista
5. Set FSB VTT +2% - clean boot, tested CPU with Ortho, no problems, did not do the Ram test
6. Set FSB to 1560 - tested CPU with Ortho for 15 min, no problems, core temps 48 degree C under load
7. Tested CPU and Ram with Ortho - lockup
8. Set FSB VTT +4% - Ortho ram test lockup
9. Set FSB VTT +6% - Ortho ram test lockup
10. Set FSB VTT +8%, NB Volt 1.3V - Ortho ram test lockup
11. Set CPU Volt +.1v (CPU-z core voltage shows 1.416V during load) - Ortho ram test lockup, retested only CPU and did not lockup
12. Set CPU Volt +.1125V, NB Volt 1.35 - Ortho ram test lockup
13. Set CPU Volt to +.15 - Ortho ram test lockup
Ok, I can't seem to find stability over 1500 FSB, any suggestions? Do I keep pushing the voltages?

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/

P6N Diamond problems and questions

OK first here is the set up
P6N Diamond
Q6600
4GB OCZ DDR2 800
Raptor X 150GB C drive
Raptor 74GB D drive
250GB WD SATA
GF 8800GTS 640MB
Coolermax 850W PS 412 volt rails 28a on two of the rails
Windows Vista ultimate 64
I loaded windows on the bare Raptor and it installed Reboot after install and loaded drivers from CD for chipset. Reboot and installed other drives. Now the fun begins...
I was able to install the Video driver downloaded from nVidia's website. But the system hangs constantly It doesn't matter what your doing driver install, windows update or just looking into drives. It starts the operation then it sits with just the fan running for about 5 or more min. then it starts working again. I haven't found any posts here with a similar problem so it must be something I did. My local store did advise a windows reinstall.
Second problem the RAM is seen by the board as 677 not 800. The manual is very unclear on how to change that. I did pick up some Corsair XMS RAM to use instead of the OCZ to make sure it's not a RAM problem. I also tried 1 stick of RAM as well.
Is there a BIOS setting guide for this board anywhere? Also do I need to update BIOS?
Thanks for any help in advance.

Snowfalcon,
You can go to MSI's website, look in "downloads" and download a complete owners manual in PDF format for the P6N Diamond. It contains a bios guide. As far as the memory..you will probably have to increase the memory voltage in order for the bios to run it at the rated frequency, on my OCZ Platinum 6400s I run it at 2.1 volts to get the 800mhz rating. You may not be able to run all 4 gigs, I recommend using no more than 2 sticks in slots 1 & 3 until you get the OS loaded and running stable. Oh, and dont "enable" the onboard audio until after all other drivers are loaded up. Then you can load the Creative X-Fi drivers and software. These suggestions work for WinXP..there are other threads in this forum concerning/specific to Vista installs. Good luck.
Paul

Help cant overclock e6600 on p6n diamond

well I'm new to overclocking and have had luck overclocking my evga 8800gts 320s but want to boost CPU performance to raise 3d mark score.running vista 64 bit and with one card (other card is being rma to evga loud fan)scored almost 10,500 with CPU at 2.691 and this seems to be the limit im stuck at it just locks any higher set any higher
set memory in range easily met disabled speed step,spread spectrum,cie disabled
tried raising some voltages CPU,fsb,northbridge nothing too crazy but will not budge over 2.7 i would like to get to 3.0 - 3.2 range CPU temps run cool even through 3d mark run at 2.691 using zalman 9500 CPU cooler and antec 900 case any help would be great well here is my system
antec 900
Intel e6600
msi p6n diamond
2 evga 8800 gts 320 sc overclocked
crucial ballistix 6400 4-4-4-12 2.1 v
silverstone strider 750
zalman 9500
1.0 bios
vista 64 bit home premium

Hello. Im new to overclocking also. Ive just got my setup like 2 weeks ago and want to do a little ocing myself on this board. What did you use to Oc? Bios? Ntune? I tired Ntune, but when I try to raise something and apply it, it just locks up the comp and i have to restart. Ive checked the Bios and it was a little confusing in there. Here is my setup
Motherboard: MSI P6N Diamond
CPU: Intel Core 2 Duo E6550 2.33GHz FSB 1333Mhz
CPU Heatsink: Arctic Cooling Pro 7 w/ Arctic Silver 5 Paste
Memory: OCZ 2x2GB DDR2 800 Timing:5-4-4-15
HDD: Western Digital 150GB Raptor
Video card: Pny Xlr8 8800GT 512MB
Power Supply: Thermaltake PurePower 700W Modular
Case: Antec Nine Hundred
Cooling: 2x120mm front fan, 1x200mm top fan, 1x120mm rear fan, 1x120mm side fan.
Idle Temp: 22C/72F
Thank You in advanced for any help. I don't want to do that big of ocing, just to get the CPU to 2.5Ghz or something.

P6n Diamond with q6600 question

I currently own an Asus Striker extreme and it sucks at overclocking Quad cores to put it nicely. I was looking at the P6n Diamond board and was wondering what kind of Overclocking to expect on it for a quad core.

Thanks for the reply. Appears it is plagued with the same issue as my current board after reading that. The only ones i've see that fixed the problem are EVGA and XFX but thier board layout doesn't work for me.

P6n Dia + Q6600 OC Semi Noob Question

I recently had my q6600 oced on my P6N running stable at 3.0-3.1 (I don't remember the exact details, so please, bear with me) I remember putting the settings somewhere at
clock 1380
vcore 0.0125
NB 1.50
SB 1.70
FSB VTT 12%
Mem 5-5-5-15-T2
Now, again, bear with me cause I'm not sure if all the figures and terms are correct, it has been about a month, so you may have to do some deciphering.
Anyways, the main point is that I had a couple different configuration that would at least get me into windows and running for a couple hours under full load. I eventually found one that was stable, but again, not sure of exact settings, similar to ones above.
It got it stable, but it was hitting about high 60c in full load, so I did some additions to the cooling. Old cooler for reference was Coolermaster Hyper TX2 http://www.coolermaster.com/products/product.php?act=detail&tbcate=152&id=2554
So after recently adding a new
Coolermaster Hyper 212 CPU cooler http://www.coolermaster.com/products/product.php?act=detail&tbcate=152&id=3145
silenx 120 case fan http://www.silenx.com/ixtremaprofans.asp?sku=ixp-74-14
and Seagate 750GB SATA hard drive
I cannot get a post at all using any settings to overclock with. Whenever I change the settings and restart, I just see a black screen, and the only thing that can get me back running is to press the clear CMOS button on the mobo. I have pretty much tried bumping the vcore up as high as I safely can, messed with settings that once worked before, tried various changes that I have come across skimming the boards here, tried it all over again with the new case fan and hard drive unplugged, nothing seems to be working. I was hoping perhaps someone with a little more insight here could help me out a bit
It has been about a month or so since I made the switch of the fans, so I don't recall all the details, but any help would be appreciated.
I have right now
P6N Diamond running beta bios
2GB OCZ Memory
Q6600 G0 step
7800GTX OC
1x dvd 18x DL writier
2x Sata HDD
1x Pata HDD
600 watt P/S
Thanks in advanced

Ok, so I got back into it to try some different settings and I'm getting a post and into windows, OC'ed right now. The only setting I remember that it totally different is rather than doing "manual" I am doing a "linked" adjustment.
I was always under the impression through reading the threads here that manual is a better option, but in my situation, it seems to be the only way I can get it running. I tried even doing a small 1200 oc, from 1066 and nothing, then I tried 1150, and figured, well, what the hell, I haven't tried a linked adjustment yet, so may as well. Tried that and it posted at 1150, then I went back in and set it up to 1333 which is 3.0 up from 2.4 on my chip, and it's booted up and typing now. I think I can get the fine tune adjustments from here on out.
I am interesting in the whole linked vs. manual setting though. So if anyone cares to provide insight as to why one works over the other, I would love to further my knowledge on it....or, if there is a way that I can do manual that would put in the same settings as doing a linked, that would be better for me, that would be great as well
I'm so happy though. Right now I'm at 3.0 GHZ, which is a 25%, I'm on full load and my temps haven't even gone over 50c This new cooling really is amazing, especially for air. I'm so happy I now get to utilize it for the reason I got it. Just to put it in perspective, the last cooling set up I had, I would be hitting about 60c right now.

P6N Diamond - 8GB of PC2 6400 - OCZ SLI RAM - OCZ2N800SR4GK

Hi folks, could someone help me here....
I'm not able to boot up when I install my 4x2gb ocz chips onto my board.
It will boot up with 6gb, but not 8gb. What could possibly be the problem with this? Anyone have a clue?
P6N Diamond
4x2GB = OCZ SLI Ready RAM - OCZ2N800SR4GK
Q6600 Quad Core
I think that's the relevant information.?

Please provide information about:
- current BIOS Version
- Memory Voltage set in BIOS
- Memory Timings set in BIOS
- Memory Frequency set in BIOS
- PSU specs
Is your system overclocked?
Is Spread Spectrum disabled in BIOS?
Have you tested all your Memory Modules with Memtest86+ to make sure they are alright?

Q6600 overclock won't start up on cold start, but works fine on restart?

I've successfully overclocked my Q6600 on my msi p6ndiamond board, but I have a weird issue. If I start up my computer from a cold start, it will almost always crash. After restarting however, it will work just fine. I don't know what this is a symptom of. It's like my computer needs to warm up before it can use the overclock. Anyone know what the issue might be?
specs:
OS Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit
CPU Intel Q6600 2.4ghz oced to 3ghz
Motherboard MSI P6N Diamond SLI
Memory 4 gig Corsair
Graphics Card EVGA 8800 GTS(512)
Sound Card Soundblaster X-Fi Titanium
Monitor(s) Displays HP LP2275w
PSU 750w
Case lian li
Hard Drives 2 80 gig raptor drives 1 320 gig WD
My overclock setup:
FSB 1333
memory 444122t 2.0v
NB default
SB default
FSB VTT 12%
CPU voltage .0375

Quote from: Ghost9 on 11-December-09, 03:00:17
I've also noticed that my computer takes a bit longer to start up than it used to... once things are running in windows everything is normal and often faster than before, but initial start up is a tad sluggish.
Thats mostly a sign that something isnt getting enough juice, same goes for:
Quote from: Ghost9 on 10-December-09, 13:29:28
If I start up my computer from a cold start, it will almost always crash. After restarting however, it will work just fine. I don't know what this is a symptom of. It's like my computer needs to warm up before it can use the overclock.
Try raising NB step by step and see how that goes, did the trick for me on my P6N Platinum.
Dont go to far, otherwise other boot issues can occur, like not being able to boot, only if power is completely drained from motherboard (at least thats the case with my board )
Dont touch SB, no use in upping voltage on that, its only a connection to HD, keyboard etc, low profile stuff, if im correct.

MSI P6N Diamond and very slow BIOS menus

I'm having problems with my new setup. My setup is as follows:
MSI P6N Diamond with 1.1 bios update
2 x OCZ Platinum Revision 2 2GB (2 x 1GB) 240-Pin DDR2 SDRAM DDR2 800 (PC2 6400) Dual Channel Kit Desktop Memory Model OCZ2P800R22GK
XION Supernova XON 600W Power Supply
Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600 (not overclocked yet, having problems whenever I change settings)
EVGA GeForce 8800GTS 640MB Video Card
I'm running Vista 32bit fine as far as I can tell, everything is pretty snappy and other programs are running fine, but the machine is very slow to post and running the bios menus is a painful process as it takes about 2-4 seconds to switch selections. I tried running the board with 1 stick of ram in slot 1, with slots 1 & 3 and all 4 and it made no difference. I had a USB card reader plugged in and then removing it seemed to make a difference for a while, the BIOS menus ran as I expected, very snappy. Also anytime I switch the CPU clock from automatic to manual the computer won't post and i have to reset the bios
Anyone have a clue what could be causing this slowness and my inability to overclock the cpu?

I will be getting the Q6600 in 1 week, :D. The new G0 stepping as well :D. I'm excited.
Are you using XP or Vista? I have had no distortion or pops with my sound. Although, from what I hear the drivers for XP or much more polished than those for Vista. This is a Creative issue, and not an MSI issue. Lots of people are having problems with Vista with the standalone Creative cards as well.
I overclocked my E6700 to about 3.5Ghz, and hit a temp wall based on my ambient temps. I probably could have gone higher if it was cooler in the room that houses the computer. Although, the temps have dropped dramatically after the AS5 has cured, probably could get it pushed up a bit higher. Hopefully I don't have problems with it when the Q6600 comes in.
If you got the older B3 stepping version, it will run a bit hotter and will be much harder to OC to higher speeds because of this. I've found the P6N Diamond to be very OC friendly and like all the options it gives. The only thing I don't like is the adjustment of the Vcore lists the # above stock, instead of the absolute #. Sometimes the Vcore it auto assigns isn't 100% correct I've heard so it'd be nice to know what that auto value is. The Vcore reading you can read in the monitor section fluctuates a hair in each direction of 1.3 for me when at stock, so I assume it was 1.3 stock.

P6N Diamond "Motherboard Resources" Conflict

Hello,
I just got my second P6N Diamond (First one was DOA) and I loaded Win XP on it and all of the updates from MS including SP2.
After I loaded the drivers from the MSI CD I noticed a few peculiar things in the device manager:
The floppy disk controller showed a yellow exclamation next to it, even though I had disabled it in the BIOS. I have since disabled it from within the Device manager
There were yellow exclamations next to both NVIDIA nForce Networking Controllers
There was a yellow exclamation next to Microsoft UAA Buss Driver for High Definition Audio. Under properties it said the following:
"Your computer's system firmware does not include enough information to properly configure and use this device. To use this device, contact your computer manufacturer to obtain a firmware or BIOS update. (Code 35)
Click Troubleshoot to start the troubleshooter for this device."
After looking through the device manager I found that the System devices/Motherboard resources item had the following conflicts:
Input/Output Range 2D00 - 2D3F used by:
NVIDIA nForce PCI System Management
Input/Output Range 2E00 - 2E3F used by:
NVIDIA nForce PCI System Management
Input/Output Range 2F80 - 2FFF used by:
PCI standard PCI-to-PCI bridge
I then went to MSI (http://global.msi.com.tw/index.php?func=downloaddetail&type=driver&maincat_no=1&prod_no=1168) and downloaded the latest nForce and X-Fi drivers.
The nForce drivers loaded fine and I rebooted, I then tried to load the X-Fi drivers but got the following error message:
No supported device found
Went back into the Device Manager and still had the same yellow exclamations, minus the floppy since it is disabled and shows a red X on it. I have updated the BIOS to 1.2 and still no luck.
Can any one help me get my NICs and my sound running? Thank you.
Here are my system specs:
CPU: Intel E6850 (not overclocked)
RAM: 2 x 1GB OCZ DDR2 PC2-6400 / 800MHz / NVIDIA® SLI™-Ready Edition / Dual Channel
Motherboard: P6N Diamond (1.2 bios)
Hard-drive(s): 250GB (WD2500JD)
Video: EVGA Nvidia 7800 GT
Power: Thermaltake 700watt
O/S: Windows XP

Thanks AaronYuri,
I clicked on your link but it was dead. I did do a search for the file name and found it. Installed it, rebooted my PC and I still have the same problem. Following is a link to an image of my device manager.
http://www.badongo.com/pic/1506438
Here is a another link http://www.badongo.com/pic/1506493 to an image of my Motherboard Resources Properties showing the conflict.
I did install the X-Fi drivers from my original CD but they did not work.
Let me know what else I should try.

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