Can't change CPU voltage on MSI 990xa-GD55 Mobo

Does anybody know why I can't increase the CPU voltage beyond 1.346000 V on my MSI 990xa-gd55 motherboard? I've tinkered with practically everything in the BIOS, and searched loads of forums and haven't found my answer. :/

Solarstarshines said:

your PSU isn't enough you are probally cutting it close as it is

it's a 500 watt PSU. Is there anything I can do to change this and is there any other way to monitor PSU usage/stability other than adding up all of my device voltages?

With $92 in my paypal can anybody recommend a PSU that would be around 650-700 watt and modular? The only one I could find that really fits is this one: Newegg.com - OCZ ModXStream Pro 700W Modular High Performance Power Supply compatible with Intel Sandybridge Core i3 i5 i7 and AMD Phenom
but i'm not sure how I feel about OCZ.

Solarstarshines said:

levelchaser said:

Solarstarshines said:

your PSU isn't enough you are probally cutting it close as it is

it's a 500 watt PSU. Is there anything I can do to change this and is there any other way to monitor PSU usage/stability other than adding up all of my device voltages?

Think of it like this when you Oc anything it takes a little more every component takes a decent amount your video card is a minimum 500 at best

you OC the videocard more juice you are trying to up pc performance more juice more fans you add more juice

so you want to get something to compensate for that extra bump you need

this is a good deal Newegg.com - CORSAIR Enthusiast Series TX650 V2 650W ATX12V v2.31/ EPS12V v2.92 80 PLUS BRONZE Certified Active PFC High Performance Power Supply

Yeah I understand, it just never crossed my mind really I completely forgot. I'm looking for modular PSU's only. :/

Thorsen said:

Purchased that same OCZ for my case. Its pretty nice :) (lol and I am using the same mobo)

The 8pin to CPU power is a little short and crosses over the board (will reach, but just barely)

I ordered this extender as well for cable management. Newegg.com - KINGWIN Model PCI-02 12" EPS 12V 8-Pin Power Extension Cable F-M

Both PSUs here look nice and with discounts and rebates are pretty good deals.

Are you still using stock cooling? if you are OC'ing I would get a better Heatsink.... Not sure if you are seeing good temperatures or not (I have not OC'ed mine yet) but am using an aftermarket cooler.

I am using stock cooling. However at a 4.4 ghz overclock my temps don't even go above 47c during stress tests. I know stock cooling sounds lame, but it's doing fine for me so I don't plan to upgrade right this moment. In the future I will definitely take a look at it though. I'm not shooting for any crazy overclocks. 4.6ghz will make me happy.

Thorsen said:

Thanks for info back. was wondering what this board was capable of myself

I love the mobo for being so middleground. It's not crazy, yet it's still considered high quality. I've been using it for like around 2 months. Once this PSU comes in hopefully I'll be able to get a stable overclock of 4.6 and then i'll be all set. Last thing on my list to get is an SSD! If you're curious about anything else just ask.