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I want to measure my vcore to ensure what I'm actually getting. Never used one before but went out and bought one. I know the measure points on my DFI - NF4:
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but the instructions that came with the meter are very limited. I think I have it set right but I want to be sure - anyone know?
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Post by Dragon_Cooler »

looks like you have it set right. if you get a "-" you have the polarity backwards
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you have it set right....

the other setting "V~" is for AC -> you have it set for DC

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Coooooooooool
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Measured :

Have BIOS set at 1.425v x 113% (1.61v)
- idle = 1.61v
- Load = 1.64v
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that's friggin sweet....it even overvolts when you need it to ;)
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The DFI boards seem to do that.
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Another measurement
Set BIOS reading = 1.450v x 110% (1.595v)
DMM reading = 1.62v at load and 1.59v at idle.

My tool only shows to the hundredths...
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little late but you got it set perfect... Pretty fun to check your rails eh? hehe
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