My Apologies for my ignorance!

[Uppsala9496]

I just built a new system and would like to know what overclocking potential I have. I have a K7S5A mb and 1.33 t-bird (266 mhz). I noticed that a lot of people mention they have a particular cpu type (AYJHA or something). I will be the first to admit that I am a little clueless about some of this, but I am trying to learn here. I have thrown a few systems together in the past, and had no problems, but I am now trying to get a little more involved. Guess my question is how do I know the specifics about my processor (the AY something part of it)? Any comments would be appreciated, and sorry about the ignorance (best way to learn is to ask).

 

[tsears]

Hey,

First off, it's not a problem to ask, that's what these forums are for!

As for finding out what type of chip you have. It's printed right on the core. If you're already using this system, you're gonna need to power it down, then take of the HSF. Wipe the thermal goo off the chip and take a look on the core (that rectangle in the middle). The second line printed on there shows what type it is. It's gonna be 5 letters. I've seen AYHJA and EYHJA, so look for somethingl like that.

Have Fun!

Tom

 

[CStroman]

I've heard that AYJHA chips tend to be good for overclocking. A chip is usually better if there is a Y at the beginning of the third line than if there is not.

Uppsala9496, are you from MN?

 

[Generalen]

<< Uppsala9496, are you from MN? >>



There is a city in Sweden named Uppsala.

 

[Uppsala9496]

Lived in Uppsala from '94 to '96. Proud member of Norrland's Nation and a Lulea fan!
I just ordered a new hsf, so once that comes in, I will take a look at the core.
Thanks for the info!!