Overclocking Intel Celeron 331?

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So i have this computer with an Intel Celeron 331 which runs at 2.66 GHZ. I'm wondering if i can overclock this so it'll be more powerful. If i can overclock this, can someone give me the ideal temp. range and also instructions on how to do this?

Also, i have a Gigabyte G31M-S2L motherboard if that helps
 

My Computer

OS
Windows 7 Ultimate x64
CPU
Intel(R) Celeron(R) CPU 2.66GHz
Motherboard
Gigabyte Technology Co., Ltd. G31M-S2L
Memory
2x 2 GIG DDR2
Graphics Card(s)
NVIDIA GeForce 9400 GT
Sound Card
High Definition Audio Device
That processor isn't recommended for overclocking - from what I've heard, the best anyone could squeeze out of that chip stably was approx. 2.80 - 2.90GHz or so. Other's have reached about 3.06GHz, but this resulted in an unstable system - which I'm sure you don't want.

My advice - buy another CPU. That board has a Socket 775 slot. If you're on a budget, one of the newer Socket 775 Intel Pentiums based on the same architecture as the Core 2 series are an excellent, cheap purchase that results in a relatively solid overclocker.
 

My Computer

Computer Manufacturer/Model Number
Spitfire X (Custom Rig)
OS
Windows 7 Ultimate x64 Service Pack 1
CPU
Intel Pentium E5500 Dual Core 2.8GHz OC'd @3.2GHz
Motherboard
AsRock G31M-S R2.0
Memory
4GB Corsair DDR2 800MHz (2x2GB)
Graphics Card(s)
Inno 3D Geforce GT 440 1GB
Sound Card
Realtek ALC662 Audio w/ Logitech Z506 5.1 Surround Speakers
Monitor(s) Displays
BenQ G2220HDA 21.5" Monitor
Screen Resolution
1920 x 1080 (1080p)
Hard Drives
OS: Seagate Barracuda 7200.12 250GB
Data and Programs: Seagate Barracuda 7200.12 500GB
PSU
Antec High Current Gamer HCG-520w
Case
Antec One Hundred
Cooling
140 mm Roof Fan, 120mm Rear Fan, 120mm Frontal Fan
Keyboard
Logitech Ultra Flat Keyboard PN 967653-0100
Mouse
Trust GXT 14S Gaming Mouse
Other Info
2x10cm Blue LED strips inside case
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