want to overclock but dont want to go to far

i want to oc my pc . but im not sure what my pc should be able to take . i have a bfg 680i mobo with intel 2.13 ghz core 2 cpu gskill ddr2 ram and sli bfg 7950 gt video cards. all the setings are stock so nothing is twiked . what is the most is hould oc with stock heatsinks i also have this all siting in a antech 900 case whitch is like a wind tunel and is pritymuch desined for propor wind flow through the system . if you have any constructive advice pleas tell me

 

the cpu should run at 38-40 when idel, but 45is ok, you can overclock until the system runs too hot or is unstable

 

between 2.6 and 3.0ghz depending on how cool it stays(read how much voltage you need to feed your cpu) but this will also depend on how warm you are comfortable having your cpu running. i dont think you will get it to stay stable much above 3.ghz on a stock cooler.


you have some very good parts there that should oc very nicly but you really do want to get an aftermarket heat sink for your cpu as it will help you oc further and will keep your cpu even cooler than stock.

 

we have this thread read and post here

http://forums.afterdawn.com/thread_view.cfm/133/83263

 

Specific to this case, the best thing you can do is to replace your CPU cooler. If you're not confident in doing that, it will unfortunately limit your overclock due to temperatures. Read up on our official thread for the method and some case examples.

 

ok well i dont like the stock cpu heat sink anyway so im going to newegg to get a copper one . and thanks for all the info.

 

Can I recommend an Arctic Cooling Freezer 7 Pro, or Thermalright Ultra 120?

 

If your buying a new cpu cooler best bet is one of the following sites.

Xoxide
Cooler Guys
Frozen Cpu

 

Frostytech also seem to have some good reviews.