Set Maximum CPU State

Discussion in 'Windows XP Hardware' started by Hunter2021, Sep 16, 2023.

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    Hunter2021

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    This is easy to do in Windows 7 via advanced power settings in CP. What's the equivalent function in XP? The reason I want to do this is to rescue an old overheating laptop. If I lower the max CPU state that should prevent CPU from overheating...
     
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    In control panel you have to select the power scheme that says Home/Office Desk. That should make the CPU stay full speed all the time.
    Power schemes explained here:
    http://www.helpwithwindows.com/WindowsXP/start-04.html

    If it doesn't work you can change that in the bios of your computer by disabling power saving features of CPU. If it's AMD it's called Cool and Quiet. I forgot how it was called for Intel.

    The software recommended by rereser sadly doesn't work in XP. It works from 7 to newer Windows.
     
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    throttlestop v 6.0 works fine on xp.
    this can be used to max the cpu mhz. (disable cpu throttle)
    it can also do the opposite. (lower the multiplier)
    available options may depend on the bios.
    later versions of this freeware expire.
    have been using this for years.
    https://pixeldrain.com/u/MPAQzPKS
    downloaded from the tech site and tested.
    configure and place a shortcut to the exe in the startup folder.
     
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    Thanks for confirming that. It's nice to have options. Still changing the power scheme from control panel to home desktop works fine in most cases. And you can place a shortcut for it on the taskbar.
     
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