Overclocking a system

Q:You want to verify that the user has not overclocked the system. How do you do that?
A: You will check the BIOS to see if the frequency has been changed.
Q: You decide to check for overheating by examining the temperature of the system immediately after the system is powered up and then again immediately after the system hangs. Describe the steps you take to do this.
A: Power up system and let it run for 10 minutes. then check the BIOS and reboot. Go into the BIOS setup and find the CPU screen that reports the temperature. This should not exceed 38 degrees C. Then repeat the steps after the system hangs.
Q: After doing the first two steps, you decide overheating is the cause of the problem. What are four things you can do to fix the problem?
A: #1-Restore the processor and system bus frequencies back to their default values.
#2-Install a new fan.
#3-Use compressed air, a blower or a antistatic vacuum to remove dust from power supply, vents and processor heat sink.
#4-Replace missing face plates over missing bays or expansion slots.




Dear user,

After careful evaluation and testing of your system I have concluded the following: Your system was overheating due to overclocking. Overclocking is when your system (Motherboard, Processor) is set to run at a higher speed than the manufacturer suggests. Therefore, it is not recommended to do this. Doing this will cause your system to not be stable overheat thus damaging your processor and sometimes voiding your warranty. I have set your frequencies back to their default settings and your system is no longer overheating and hanging up. Please feel free to call me with any additional questions or problems.


Thank you,

Kevin Holden