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that "mod" majster posted, is that the bios file?just downloaded it and got confused what to do next :/

 

lol true just download it myself and there is no extension on that file - will have to wait for majster for some more explanations

 

Yeh, that's the BIOS file.

I'd rename it to "bios.rom" or something similar, and flash as described in the guide.

 

yep, i think it should be ".rom" ,not sure though
i don't mind being the pioneer to test that mod out, challenge accepted

 

8mo for the bios file :l

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What is your next upgrade ? I'm contemplating getting a 16F3 for cheap and add the SS Backlit keyboard myself - ofc swapping the 670M with the 7970M and I think that's going to be a beast (16F2 is already a beast but like the change )

 

flashed it and IT WORKED LIKE CHARM!!
here are some pics(sorry if they are kinda blurry)



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now i don't know which one to change?for ram, cpu, vga overclocking or any other useful things. u guys should give it a shot!

 

Well done !!!!

Can you please post SS of the CPU Information section? This one is interesting !

 

Look there . Secret of overclocking inside .

 

okay, here are the pages that attracted me and have some possible of overclocking potential



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could u give me some clue?:/

 

how do u overclock?:/
need guidance, i am still newbie

 

lool

That's a start irfan, I think you can at least boost the Long duration power limit to maintain a constant turbo frequency according to your 2nd SS!

Majster will be able to help you I'm sure

 

I'm also wondering how the process of overclocking works, though mostly as a curiosity. Though is the stock cooling system good enough for an overclocked computer? I've heard one of the issues with the process is excess heat and it requires a good cooling system.

 

On unlocked i7 cpus on desktop you can overclock easy but increasing the turbo multi.

Other than that the only way to OC is the old fashioned way with the FSB (now called BLK I belive) and that way is much more limiting as your mobo may not handle it well, and your RAM may not handle it well.

I saw neither of these options in there and thus no real way to OC.

At some point there will probably be a software solution to overclock the BLK, but again this is usually a pretty small OC since RAM or System Buss will hold you back.

If the bios allows to change the multi of an unlocked cpu, then getting an unlocked one will allow for serious overclocks.

 

I'll probably try to get a 16F3 motherboard, to swap out with my 16F2's; if the 16F3's CPU can be overclocked.

I might wait until a new demanding game comes out before upgrading to 7970M or 680M.

If the "CPU Information" menu works, raising the "Core Ratio Limits" should allow XM CPU's to be overclocked.

The BCLK should be overclockable using the DIV-2S ICC sub-menu.

 

saw the DIV-2S from ICC sub menu
couldn't change a thing
i can only enable the watchdog timer
aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa. its just in front of me n i can't do a thing

 

Just checked the BIOS file, looks like the DIV-2S options weren't unlocked.

 

mine is locked -__-
i am using MSI GT 60-0040NC(MSI 16F3) what is urs? could u confirm it with pics?
would be very appreciated

guys, the latest version of Intel XTU can change BCLK without a glithc xD!download it!try urself and be happy with QM CPU
(too excited lool)

 

Don't know how I forgot about XTU.

There was a thread about it and everything:
http://forum.notebookreview.com/msi/657237-extreme-tuning-utility.html

 

yes, and its without bios change.
the question now is, how to change the maximum power consumption for short and long duration

cinebench R11.5 64 comparison

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hey guys, im torn between asus g55 and msi gt60. i just wanna know your thoughts on the msi gt60 and if you owned an asus g series before what are your thoughts on asus compared to msi?

thanks

 

msi gt 60 all the way
compare to g55, msi gt 60 wins in all these follows
1. faster gpu and upgrade-able later
2. raid 0 controller
3. lighter
4. amazing screen(matte and superbright)
5. easy to mod(better placement of motherboard and all the components sticking to it, take 3-5 mins to open up this lappy)
6. better placement of ports and more ports

correct me if i am wrong xD

 

how bout the warranty msi offers? i want a laptop that will last atleast 3 years
and is it noisy when pushed to its limits?

 

For the power consumption, just raise the "Long duration power limit" and "Short duration power limit" on the "CPU PPM Configuration" menu.

 

How does the adjustable clock work on the laptop CPUs? Can you change them manually?

 

Apparently it's not that bad in terms of fan noise, though if you're overclocking you can set the fans into overdrive, which is incredibly loud.

And the warranty is 1 year international warranty, with an extra year of domestic warranty. It's actually longer than a lot of manufacturers offer (usually 1 year, and if it's two there isn't international coverage), but don't count them all out; I just don't know of any manufacturers that offer 3-year warranties.

 

Notebook Check has a review available for the GT70:

Review MSI GT70 Notebook - Notebookcheck.net Reviews

 

so i just picked up msi gt70 today and so far its ing amazinggggg!!! maybe becuz its my first ever gaming laptop but man this thing is a beast. i love it
best money i spent in awhile, i picked the msi gt70 over the asus g55 and am not regretting it. and i must add that the speakers on this laptop is freaking
amazing

 

Lets see some game play videos guys!

 

good choice bro , i would've picked gt 70 too if i don't move around much. that's why i picked its little bro, gt 60. anyway, welcome to msi

 

Have you guys seen the new Killer E2200 driver version 6.1.0.325

Killer Gaming :: Support :: Driver Downloads

 

I never use wired internet :/

I hope next refresh they use the Killer wireless card.

 

I'm sure it will happen sooner than later.

MSI and Qualcomm Atheros just need to agree on an OEM price.

The 5ghz wireless band just got a big boost with the acceptance of the 802.11ac standard and today with the 1st product to arrive in stores.That would be the Buffalo.

Products - AirStation™ AC1300 / N900 Gigabit Dual Band Wireless Router WZR-D1800H | Buffalo Technology

Netgear should be next.

I believe it's already at newegg and in Fry's

 

hey guys, how much money you used to buy those amazing laptops?
Uh and which one will be the best msi or asus for 1700-1800 $ budget

 

Well, after selling my wife and daughter to the gypsies, I was able to....

No....wait....scratch that. If you add 100 to 200 bucks to that budget, you can get what's in my signature. Worth every penny. The MSI in my opinion outgunned the "equivalent" Asus model. Better sound and keyboard backlighting were just two of the winning features in my book....not to mention the Asus model graphics card only goes up to the 650M.

 

Anyone know where to get the Elixir M2S4G64CB8HG5N-DI memory modules in the US? I kind of want to keep it stock and would like to get a 4gb module to make an even 4 dimm set and 16gb of ram.

 

Does anyone know how to fix problem with optimus? Some games only detects intel vga , can`t run for example : Binary domain.

 

Hey guys, I was very close to purchasing the MSI GT780 a couple months ago, but after reading this forum for hours on end, discovered the new ASUS and MSIs coming out and decided to wait.. I'm glad I did!! I just purchased the MSI GT60 today on amazon, and should be receiving it tomorrow. At $1499 I think it was the best deal out there.

The only thing it doesn't have which I really want and basically need is a Blu-ray player. I will be studying abroad in the UK in the fall, and have some blurays i want to bring with me and watch during the plane flights.

Does anyone know if it is possible for me to purchase a laptop bluray player drive and install it myself in this computer? I have never attempted to open a laptop or change any parts and am wondering how complicated it will be?


Here's a link to the one i bought:
Amazon.com: MSI Computer G Series GT60 0NC-004US 15.6-Inch Laptop (Black): Computers & Accessories

 

You can go into Nvidia Control Panel and set the default instead of auto to decicated graphics card. It will some the problem but you will have to switch it back if you want to get the maximum battery life.

 

Yes you can. I did it on mine. There is a screw you have to remove from the bottom panel (it has a picture of a CD or disc drive next to it). Remove that screw and pull out the drive.
Unscrew the bracket from the DVDRW drive and screw it on identically on the Blue ray drive. Also attach the front panel of the DVD drive unto your Blue ray drive and just push it back in and screw it in place.

 

Great, thanks! Any bluray drive you recommend in particular?

 

I have a Hitachi/LG one. It has never given me problems:

Amazon.com: Hitachi/LG CT10L 4.8x Blu-ray BD-ROM/8x DVD±RW DL Notebook SATA Drive (Black): Computers & Accessories

I hear the Panasonic ones are also good. Just be careful to not buy one of the slim laptop drives. I think those are meant for thinner notebooks. Get one of the normal size.

Hope this helps.

 

If you have your ODD bay filled with a caddy containing another storage drive or you simply want an external to move between computers the Asus SBW-06C2X-U 3D Blu-ray Writer may be just what you need.

ASUS - Optical Storage- ASUS SBW-06C2X-U

 

thanks ydaf, I was eyeballing this one:
Amazon.com: Panasonic UJ240 6x Blu-ray Burner BD-RE/8x DVD±RW DL SATA Drive (Black): MLC Distribution, Inc.

probably gonna go for it

 

heloow, whats up buddy?
if u dont mind telling, how could u overclock the ram which base is 1600mhz to 1866mhz, even increasing bclk wont go that far

 

Hi, to anybody who already has their gt60 I just have a couple of questions. How is the build quality? Also how is the keyboard typing experience? Thanks!

 

Excellent and excellent. (Seriously)

 

Ok. So the local version of the GT60 I have has only the 750GB HDD.

Start up times are so-so, so I was thinking of adding a 120GB SSD.

1) How difficult will the entire process be? Has anyone tore down or taken any photos of the internals of the GT60? Instructions would be greatly appreciated.

3) Will it void my warranty? I realize different regions might have differing rules... but generally speaking?

4) Which of the 3 (OCZ, Corsair or Intel) are better in terms of performance and reliability? Or any other brand/models to recommend will be welcome too.

I was into PC modding, but that was for desktops and a long long time ago (P2 300MHz -> 504MHz anyone? ). If I go along with the op, how difficult will it be, or should I take it to a external shop for peace of mind?

Thanks for reading guys.

PS: Tremendously enjoying this nb with Skyrim, COD:MW3, Diablo 3 as of now. Sure a far cry from the polygons of Quake 3...

 

Received my GT70 yesterday, had the curse of Bigfoot Wired trying to play Day Z (Arma II mod), I tried those 6.1.0.325 drivers and they did not work. The drivers on the MSI site right now do! Version 6.1.0.315_20120307_215214132_LOM. Edit: Scratch that, it only worked once, BSOD's today.

After reading all the praise bit disappointed with the sound of the GT70, it lacks mid range and thump. My ailing HP HDX18 kicks it's for a full fat sound. But it's burnt my left leg purple.

 

Hi Bistro thanks for the response! I see by your signature line you have the killer networks 1103 in your gt60, do you think its a lot better than the intel wifi cards out there? I've heard for years killer networks was the way to go but have had no experience with them. Thanks!

 

Heck if I know....

Actually, from every I've read and heard from others the Killer card is definitely superior. The only thing is that with most higher-end cards like the Killer is that is they do not have Bluetooth capability. Frankly I have little use for Bluetooth. But just in case, I have a pretty good Bluetooth USB device...very tiny and it has a 50 meter range.