I am done with Overclocking and watercooling.

extreme · Post by **extreme** » Sat Jan 17, 2004 11:43 pm

It has been fun, but a complete waste of money. Spending long nights trying to tweak my watercooling setup when i could be spending time with my friends and ****. Overclocking has just been a complete waste of money. I have killed so much **** becuase of that. I mean WTF was i thinking!!! I am selling all my ****, and buying a dell and be done with it.

el bob · Post by **el bob** » Sun Jan 18, 2004 12:09 am

Hey now

There is a large middleground between hardcore H2O overclocked setups and plain Dells.

There is a lot more to computer enthusiasm than crazy overclocking.

Perhaps you might want to explore open source software?

or

Digital media? (photo/video capture)

Take a couple of deep breathes

Cypher · Post by **Cypher** » Sun Jan 18, 2004 12:12 am

I know just how you feel. I learned to keep what I have and be happy with it. I lost the thrill after I crunched my NB on my last MB. It gets real old fast. I realized I just wasn't that into it when I was at ceramicists.org. I can't afford to go through hardware or be going over everything with a multi meter. For what ...To go a few seconds faster? It's not worth it to me. I'll always build my own rigs and will more than likely OC them but not to that extent. I have other things in my life that need that attention, and that's been my attitude. I dropped my OC down to like a 247 fsb and bump up the card before I game. I'm not messing with the loop other than to drain and fill it as needed. It's just not fun. I get to do enough trouble shooting and whatnot at work.

extreme · Post by **extreme** » Sun Jan 18, 2004 12:13 am

Originally posted by el bob
Hey now

There is a large middleground between hardcore H2O overclocked setups and plain Dells.

There is a lot more to computer enthusiasm than crazy overclocking.

Perhaps you might want to explore open source software?

or

Digital media? (photo/video capture)

Take a couple of deep breathes

I dont know man, I am at the point where i am just going to take my **** and run over it with my car. Maybe, i just need a break.

extreme · Post by **extreme** » Sun Jan 18, 2004 12:18 am

Originally posted by cyPHer_138
I know just how you feel. I learned to keep what I have and be happy with it. I lost the thrill after I crunched my NB on my last MB. It gets real old fast. I realized I just wasn't that into it when I was at ceramicists.org. I can't afford to go through hardware or be going over everything with a multi meter. For what ...To go a few seconds faster? It's not worth it to me. I'll always build my own rigs and will more than likely OC them but not to that extent. I have other things in my life that need that attention, and that's been my attitude. I dropped my OC down to like a 247 fsb and bump up the card before I game. I'm not messing with the loop other than to drain and fill it as needed. It's just not fun. I get to do enough trouble shooting and whatnot at work.

Ya, you are right, it is not worth it anymore. With all the money we have spent on watercooling, better components to oc with and crap, we could have got the best of the best with that money and no even have to overclock it. It just dosent make sense to me anymore.

TrevGlas · Post by **TrevGlas** » Sun Jan 18, 2004 12:19 am

You can OC and not go watercooling or any crazy stuff. Just go air, and do a mild OC and never worry about it again. I am at 3ghz and I am never going to touch my BIOS until my cpu craps out.

Cypher · Post by **Cypher** » Sun Jan 18, 2004 12:19 am

Originally posted by el bob
Hey now

There is a large middleground between hardcore H2O overclocked setups and plain Dells.

There is a lot more to computer enthusiasm than crazy overclocking.

Perhaps you might want to explore open source software?

or

Digital media? (photo/video capture)

Take a couple of deep breathes

LOL @ the thought of Extreme using *nix, (although it is fun and rewarding) at this point. He just needs to enjoy what he has and re-evaluate things a bit. When a hobby becomes frustrating, you need to look at your motives and expectations. There is a middle ground like Bob said and you'll find it man.

Cypher · Post by **Cypher** » Sun Jan 18, 2004 12:23 am

Originally posted by extreme
Ya, you are right, it is not worth it anymore. With all the money we have spent on watercooling, better components to oc with and crap, we could have got the best of the best with that money and no even have to overclock it. It just dosent make sense to me anymore.

I've been feeling the same way. I'm so sick of buying hardware. This rig will have to last. That's why I have'nt been all to eager to buy a ne MB for the AMD. When I do it'll be something stable that I can put in and be done with.

Duzmor · Post by **Duzmor** » Sun Jan 18, 2004 12:30 am

I just Built a DFI Infinity Ultra Board - I will not flash The Bios and Mess with it because it works to good

Here is a Little saying I found over at AMDMB

Duz !!

extreme · Post by **extreme** » Sun Jan 18, 2004 12:34 am

Originally posted by TrevGlas
You can OC and not go watercooling or any crazy stuff. Just go air, and do a mild OC and never worry about it again. I am at 3ghz and I am never going to touch my BIOS until my cpu craps out.

I might do that, i just hate the noise of fans. The only thing is though, i want to overclock, i am just sick of spending money i buying good parts to overclocking with. Although, i have a good idea. If i sell all my watercooling stuff, and my AMD rig, i might just have enough money for a prommy. If i get that, i throw it on overclock to the most stable settings a leave it and not have to worry about temps.

extreme · Post by **extreme** » Sun Jan 18, 2004 12:38 am

Originally posted by cyPHer_138
LOL @ the thought of Extreme using *nix, (although it is fun and rewarding) at this point. He just needs to enjoy what he has and re-evaluate things a bit. When a hobby becomes frustrating, you need to look at your motives and expectations. There is a middle ground like Bob said and you'll find it man.

Its time to relax and think of all fun and learning experinces i have had with computer.

Cypher · Post by **Cypher** » Sun Jan 18, 2004 1:58 am

Just enjoy the product of your labor instead of trying to take it up a notch.

It's more fun that way.

Immortal · Post by **Immortal** » Sun Jan 18, 2004 2:01 am

Welcome!

I feel the same way you do except I've never gone that extreme. Right now if I have to build a machine, it's going to be quiet, fast, reliable and sexy looking (I glue a pic of me).

Ghosthunter · Post by **Ghosthunter** » Sun Jan 18, 2004 2:41 am

I dont overclock at all and happy with my p4.28c and ati 9800 at stock speeds

while i know i can push it, it does everything i need to do with all the games out there and I am happy.

Just curious do you spend more time overclocking then playing games? If so that is when you know you are overclocking too much

nepenthe · Post by **nepenthe** » Sun Jan 18, 2004 2:47 am

Look at it this way.

Intel is getting 3.2GHz out of the present "c" cores. AMD was pulling 2.2GHz from their Thoroughbred "B" and Barton. It would seem logical that you could get those numbers with stock HSF if you motherboard and memory permitted it.

Mark · Post by **Mark** » Sun Jan 18, 2004 7:21 am

i feel for ya extreme, i don't have the time or pataiance (sp) for trying to get the last bit of Mhz out of a system, i just get it faster than stock with alittle effort and make sure they are totally stable and then enjoy.

i mean what is the difference between 100 more Mhz anyways ?

extreme · Post by **extreme** » Sun Jan 18, 2004 9:43 am

Originally posted by Ghosthunter
I dont overclock at all and happy with my p4.28c and ati 9800 at stock speeds

while i know i can push it, it does everything i need to do with all the games out there and I am happy.

Just curious do you spend more time overclocking then playing games? If so that is when you know you are overclocking too much

Yah, there has been many nights where i would stay up just to try to get the highest stable overclock. Now that i look back on it, it was a big waste of time.

extreme · Post by **extreme** » Sun Jan 18, 2004 9:44 am

Originally posted by Mark
i feel for ya extreme, i don't have the time or pataiance (sp) for trying to get the last bit of Mhz out of a system, i just get it faster than stock with alittle effort and make sure they are totally stable and then enjoy.

i mean what is the difference between 100 more Mhz anyways ?

Yah, i think that is what i am going to end up doing. Slap a fan on my system, and go for a mild oc.

iaus10 · Post by **iaus10** » Sun Jan 18, 2004 10:18 am

Dibbs on the H2O equipment when you sell

Cypher · Post by **Cypher** » Sun Jan 18, 2004 11:53 am

I'd keep the H20 unless it's creating a problem greater than disassembling it all. I say set it rock solid and enjoy the extra speed. Down the road when you decide to upgrade you'll have a better idea of what exactly you want to invest in it, (time, money, and effort wise). Than you could sell it off or integrate it into the new machine if it's still compatible. Mark summed up how I feel when he said "what is the difference between 100 more MHz anyways ?" I'll unlock what I can and be happy with that. I'm done beating my head against a wall, trying to get a rig to live up to my expectations. Therefore I scaled them down and get what I get. It's like a crap shoot... I'm just not putting as much money on the table anymore.

TrevGlas · Post by **TrevGlas** » Sun Jan 18, 2004 12:36 pm

Originally posted by extreme
Yah, i think that is what i am going to end up doing. Slap a fan on my system, and go for a mild oc.

There ya go Extreme, I spent a total of 34 dollars on my EXTREME overclocking, and I get a 3 ghz chip out of a 533 bus 2.4. As for the fan noise, I don't even notice it anymore. If it bothers ya just get on DC and turn your speakers up !!

TrevGlas · Post by **TrevGlas** » Sun Jan 18, 2004 12:38 pm

IF you sell the h20 setup you have to change your title from "extreme overclocker" to "normal guy"

hahaha

extreme · Post by **extreme** » Sun Jan 18, 2004 12:58 pm

Originally posted by TrevGlas
IF you sell the h20 setup you have to change your title from "extreme overclocker" to "normal guy"

hahaha

I am not going to sell my h20 stuff. Going to keep it, as i might get back into the dark world of extreme overclocking. If i do stick with air i will change my title though.

m4a2t0t · Post by **m4a2t0t** » Sun Jan 18, 2004 2:04 pm

Been there and it does it tiresome after a while. H20 can become a real pain in the butt if you change components regurarly.

SLK · Post by **SLK** » Sun Jan 18, 2004 6:00 pm

Run your computer at stock and be happy with it.

Thats all...

Rob

extreme · Post by **extreme** » Sun Jan 18, 2004 6:21 pm

Originally posted by SLK
Run your computer at stock and be happy with it.

Thats all...

Rob

That is what i am doing right now, but it just dont fell right...

Scott · Post by **Scott** » Sun Jan 18, 2004 6:32 pm

LOL, where's Burke....This thread is just screaming for his input.

SLK · Post by **SLK** » Sun Jan 18, 2004 6:34 pm

Originally posted by Snuf
LOL, where's Burke....This thread is just screaming for his input.

Yes it is.. I think hes going to explode. Literally

7thkevin · Post by **7thkevin** » Tue Jan 20, 2004 10:06 am

Originally posted by el bob
Hey now

There is a large middleground between hardcore H2O overclocked setups and plain Dells.

There is a lot more to computer enthusiasm than crazy overclocking.

Perhaps you might want to explore open source software?

or

Digital media? (photo/video capture)

Take a couple of deep breathes

heyI got A DELL its its pretty good(read my sig).. all but I could use more RAM

BaLa · Post by **BaLa** » Tue Jan 20, 2004 12:23 pm

Originally posted by 7thkevin
heyI got A DELL its its pretty good(read my sig).. all but I could use more RAM

he never said Dell was bad...