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    X38 limits w/ DDR3?

    Well, I got it all sorted out using stock voltage, just needed a few more tweaks here and there. And no, the timings don't translate directly using simple math, I had to do it by the ns ratings, Just for reference in case anyone ever looks this up, I managed to get the timings a bit tighter...
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    X38 limits w/ DDR3?

    Yup. Which is why I'm working on timings, not looking for more frequency. I'm keeping the RAM divider where it is because this is where it's most responsive. I've tried dropping the divider and moving the performance level, but even with reduced timings, this is still the sweet spot so far...
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    Stress testing a Pentium III-based build

    I love it. My first hardcore build had two 1.4ghz 512k tualatin engineering samples in an iWill board on ddr. Custom WC loop with a radiator out of a CRX strapped to the case. Was one mean machine at the time. Also sprung a leak and earned me my nickname :( That was a sad day.
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    X38 limits w/ DDR3?

    Ignore the 9300. It's just a junk card I stuck in there until my card comes back from warranty. I'm doing it because I thought the whole 771 in a 775 platform thing was a novel idea, and I went with that RAM just to see how far the X38 could go. Also figured I could reuse it in two years, if...
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    X38 limits w/ DDR3?

    CPU is actually an X3363, but same specs. VDIMM is at 1.68V. I'm stuck at 450FSB, I can get to 475 by jacking voltages up across the board, but little gain for the increases so staying at 450. I'm trying to get the timings tighter. I tried to apply the timings in the picture above to 1800 by...
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    Liquid Ultra ON a thermal pad?

    A good point. I was thinking they may have been slightly porous? Thinking I would apply the smallest amount that would spread, then wipe off as much as possible so it just fills any pores. If they aren't porous, then yes, it would just add distance and do no good at all. I'm replacing them...
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    Liquid Ultra ON a thermal pad?

    Sorry. To be more clear, I will be replacing the original thermal pads with high end ones, just haven't purchased them yet because I'm not sure what thickness I will need yet. Just wondering if the surface of the thermal pads is conformant enough that it will, or will not be beneficial to use a...
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    Liquid Ultra ON a thermal pad?

    Got a new video card on the way and going to overhaul for best temperatures. Waiting on the manufacturer to get me specs what thickness pads the card comes with (since it's still in shipping), but I'm wondering if it might be beneficial to coat the pad contact surfaces with ultra, or will it not...
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