Help me understand CPU-z

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Newbi question here.

I recently built the computer that is in my sig. I ran CPU-Z, and I am not sure if I understand what it is telling me.

Core speed: 1230.3 MHz
Multiplier: X 9.0
Bus speed: 136.7 MHz
QPI link: 2460.5 MHz

Is my QPI link my speed? 2 (multiplier)(bus speed)

[OS-Wiz]

QPI is used to connect the processor to the IO Hub (e.g., to connect an Intel Core i7 to an X58 or P/H55 chipset). QPI operates at a clock rate of either 2.4 GHz, 2.93 GHz or 3.2 GHz based on the capability of the CPU / mobo. See: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Intel_Q...h_Interconnect

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Please recommend a cooler for this processor.

[OS-Wiz]

Please recommend a cooler for this processor.

I have same cpu and the cooler I use, to my very pleasant surprise, and true to the reviews I read, excellent. I idle 1c over ambient and 68c @ 4.0 Prime95 stable. Cooler Master Hyper 212 Plus, OCZ Freeze thermal compound, and dual fans.

Edit: see http://www.maximumpc.com/article/rev...hyper_212_plus

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I have same cpu and the cooler I use, to my very pleasant surprise, and true to the reviews I read, excellent. I idle 1c over ambient and 68c @ 4.0 Prime95 stable. Cooler Master Hyper 212 Plus, OCZ Freeze thermal compound, and dual fans.

Edit: see http://www.maximumpc.com/article/rev...hyper_212_plus

What did you use for your fans? I want to order the same set-up you used. Did you have to take the motherboard out to install the heat sink?

[OS-Wiz]

What did you use for your fans? I want to order the same set-up you used. Did you have to take the motherboard out to install the heat sink?

Yes, must remove mobo to install. Here's fans I use and the reason is they are 3-speed fans. Keep them on low speed for normal operations and high-speed, 79cfm when OCing: Antec 761345-75120-9 120mm Case Fan
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16835209005

[Spank_Me_Hard]

Cooler Master Hyper 212 Plus, OCZ Freeze thermal compound, and dual fans.

That cooler has got some awesome reviews! In fact, I think that it was CPU Magazines top rated cooler for last year!

I have a Scythe Infinity myself which I am happy with.

Yes, must remove mobo to install. Here's fans I use and the reason is they are 3-speed fans. Keep them on low speed for normal operations and high-speed, 79cfm when OCing: Antec 761345-75120-9 120mm Case Fan

A good recommendation, though I would recommend something different here.

If possible (re: room in the case as well as possible to mount the fan on the cooler) I would recommend a 120x120x38mm fan (as opposed to 120x120x25) combined with a fan controler. Moving more air for less noise and the ability to fine tune the speed from the front of the case. Quite a bit more expensive though... don't know if that's a factor for the poster or not.

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I bought the coolermaster Hyper 212 plus and installed it today. It is amazing.

Stock cooler: 3.15 Ghz, prime 95 tested and max temperature 86°C
Hyper 212 plus: 3.46 Ghz, prime 95 tested and max temperature 57°C

I can overclock farther and run cooler.

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I bought the coolermaster Hyper 212 plus and installed it today. It is amazing.

Stock cooler: 3.15 Ghz, prime 95 tested and max temperature 86°C
Hyper 212 plus: 3.46 Ghz, prime 95 tested and max temperature 57°C

I can overclock farther and run cooler.

Seems you have done a good job mounting it, that's a great temp considering your OC! I'm still amazed at how well that little $30 HSF works -- truly outstanding!