Instead of overclocking, which is not supported by CPU manufacturers, and voids whatever warranty there is, why not just buy a CPU that is as fast as you need or want.  It's hard to say if your CPU is going to be OK.  One of the reasons it is warned against is that it not only makes the CPU unstable, but it also shortens its life.  I've seen P IV 1.8 gig CPU's for $239.00, and I'm sure others on the list have seen even faster ones for less money.




>When I brought my Athlon Duron I had it clocked from a 700 to an 850. Over a
>period of about 6 months it became more and more unstable until my PC was
>virtually un-usuable so I had to put the clock speed back to 700. I know this
>was not a software problem as I had reformated many times. This raises the
>question of whether CPU's gradualy become more unstable. By setting it back
>to 700 am I just prolonging the inevitable? Or will it be fine from now on?
>
>
--




__________________________________________________________________
Your favorite stores, helpful shopping tools and great gift ideas. Experience the convenience of buying online with Shop@Netscape! http://shopnow.netscape.com/

Get your own FREE, personal Netscape Mail account today at http://webmail.netscape.com/

        The NOSPIN Group provides a monthly newsletter with great
       tips, information and ideas: NOSPIN-L, The NOSPIN Magazine
           Visit our web site to signup: http://freepctech.com