CPU Frequency Setting

[jevnin]

I just bought a CPU/Motherboard combo with an AMD Barton 2500+. On the motherboard there is a jumper setting for "CPU frequency." My options are 100, 133, or 166 mhz. What should I choose? Is it up to me? Thanks for the help!

 

[mechBgon]

Originally posted by: jevnin
I just bought a CPU/Motherboard combo with an AMD Barton 2500+. On the motherboard there is a jumper setting for "CPU frequency." My options are 100, 133, or 166 mhz. What should I choose? Is it up to me? Thanks for the help!

The 2500+ is designed for the 166MHz setting. Post back if you run into any problems, and welcome to the Forums

By the way, if you're a first-timer on the AthlonXPs, here is my heatsink-installation guide to help you avoid Trouble and if you're a first-timer period, then my photo guide to PC building could be useful too. Good luck

 

[superHARD]

Originally posted by: mechBgon

Originally posted by: jevnin
I just bought a CPU/Motherboard combo with an AMD Barton 2500+. On the motherboard there is a jumper setting for "CPU frequency." My options are 100, 133, or 166 mhz. What should I choose? Is it up to me? Thanks for the help!

The 2500+ is designed for the 166MHz setting. Post back if you run into any problems, and welcome to the Forums

By the way, if you're a first-timer on the AthlonXPs, here is my heatsink-installation guide to help you avoid Trouble and if you're a first-timer period, then my photo guide to PC building could be useful too. Good luck

Good help!

 

[Soulkeeper]

I'm impressed too
good photo guide !

 

[jagec]

Originally posted by: mechBgon

By the way, if you're a first-timer on the AthlonXPs, here is my heatsink-installation guide to help you avoid Trouble and if you're a first-timer period, then my photo guide to PC building could be useful too. Good luck

nice guide...personally, I prefer using my thumbs to get the heatsink clip on. Less change of the screwdriver slipping and damaging the motherboard.