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    Is pin modding my processor still possible?

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by i3oj0, May 30, 2006.

  1. i3oj0

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    Well...I'm an overclocking enthusiast and when I'm bored I love tinkering with my computer and trying to get the most out of it. This article caught my eyes because it offered a whopping 33% increase in processor speed through pin modding the motherboard. After opening CPU-Z, my FSB came up as 133.0 MHz and Bus Speed ad 532.2 MHz. The article interchanged the 2 values and confused me a little. It seems as though my system already has the 33% increase from 400 to 533 or 100 to 133. But after looking at Futuremark ORB details, my system details showed a FSB of 400 MHz. How can I find out which source is valid and if I am still able to pin mod the processor?
     
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    The Dothan 755 runs at 400mhz FSB, which is 100mhz, quad pumped. If your memory is able to run @ 533, then attempt the overclock. Be sure to have plenty of light and tweezers. GL
     
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    My bad, your Dothan is already running @ 133/533. Pin modding wont help you. All the reviews of the P M 755 on the net shows a 100/400 FSB. Your 133/533 is a new release. Sorry
     
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    Darn. I wish I could change the multiplier. I'm able to overclock it, but only through PLL.
     
    i3oj0, May 31, 2006
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