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I know that software-based overclocking is a bad idea - the problem is I am in a bit of a predicament. I am busy with an AI project that is due soon.
I am busy running some very CPU intensive simulations and need to get these done faster than the expected finishing time. These simulations cannot be stopped or resumed, so I absolutely cannot reset my PC. I am hoping to be able to use a software-based overclocking solution to speed up the simulations; at the same time I cannot afford to have the PC hang from the software overclocking.
Here is a screenshot from Core Temp:
CloseToMeltdown
Posted 2010-11-04T18:58:07.393
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2You might be able to overclock a little with no problem, but if reliability is absolutly key to your work as you seem to imply, then I would maybe focus your future efforts on getting a faster computer or workstation that can serve your project time frames. – Troggy – 2010-11-04T19:45:31.483
2These simulations cannot be stopped or resumed, so I absolutely cannot reset my PC having said these - overclocking without stability tests is a bad, bad idea. – Sathyajith Bhat – 2010-11-04T19:53:48.917
1Thanks for the help. I'm going to have tell my supervisor that there was no way for me to run the simulations faster. They've been running for 41 hours now. I'm going to try look into renting some sort of supercomputer. Anyone know of any? (I only need one core) – CloseToMeltdown – 2010-11-04T21:03:57.427
I agree with @Troggy - you need a high end workstation. I won't make specific parts recommendations in this thread because that would be a little tacky, though. – Shinrai – 2010-11-04T22:01:54.303
Yah, if this is a work machine, I would explain the situation to your manager. This is a perfect case for the purchase of a workstation or super computing rental expense if time deadlines are priority. – Troggy – 2010-11-04T22:23:03.710