I have a 400Mz processor but need at least 450Mz to run new software. My computer is an e machines.
2007-01-03 05:55:36 · 7 answers · asked by Butch 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Other - Hardware
The typical way to get more "juice" out of a processor rated for it's branded speed is to "overclock" it. That is usually done in BIOS by going to the setup (sometimes a message will display during boot saying to hit a key, usually DEL or F2 to enter setup) and setting the bus speed to a manual, usually higher number than default. For example, a 400MHz processor might have a 66MHz bus speed, which combined with an internal multiplier in the CPU of 6.0 (66 x 4 = 400 MHz). If you increase the bus speed say to 75, you'll end up with 75 x 4 = 450 MHz.
Note many mainstream PC's shipped may lock or make unavailable the bus speed feature, to prevent instability or running a processor higher than what it's rated for. It is possible to damage the CPU or other components when overclocking, so do so at your own risk.
One final advice: many software lists the *minimum* CPU speed needed to run, but that's a far cry from the "recommended" CPU speed. You might find poor performance even with the minimum recommended speed. Do yourself a favor, and get a new PC. There really isn't much slower than a 2 GHz machine available nowadays, and for less than $400 would get you roughly 5X the performance of your current machine. It's an investment for sure, but isn't your time (spent waiting on a slow computer) worth money???
2007-01-03 06:11:02 · answer #1 · answered by pancakes! 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Many software specifications are simply a stated requirement, and not an absolute one. Chances are that it will run fine. If you are considering a new computer in the near future, I would hold off on the install so you dont have to deal with transferring licenses.
The only real way is to buy a new CPU that is supported on your motherboard. You are usually very restricted on this with emachines, and will cost you.
Yes - your computer is old and slow. Consider a new one, but your software should run fine without - slow but fine.
2007-01-03 14:02:53 · answer #2 · answered by orlandobillybob 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If all you need is 100 MHz, then you best bet is to over clock it.
You'll have to go into the BIOS to manually set the clockspeed. You should be concerned with heat, but with a processor under 1GHz, heat isn't really that much of an issue.
2007-01-03 14:03:46 · answer #3 · answered by d_mas_2000 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Honestly, I would buy a new computer.
A 3000 Mhz computer with a new monitor speakers and everything can be had for about $400 or even less if you searchfor a bargain.
You'd end up with a better everything in the new computer.
2007-01-03 14:03:41 · answer #4 · answered by aaaaaaaaaaaaaa555 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Sometimes you can upgrade the processor chip itself. Consult you PC's documentation and ask a pro.
2007-01-03 13:58:54 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You could upgrade that thing for like 20 bucks to a 1 Ghz Processer...
2007-01-03 13:59:13 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
upgrade or overclock
woah! 400mhz??!!! you need a new processor asap, that was out of date years ago...
2007-01-03 13:58:00 · answer #7 · answered by Shai Halud 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋