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You can test your installation by either running a software program you use
frequently and experiencing the increased performance, or by using the
diagnostics on the diskette included in your Pentium OverDrive processor
package.  If you installed the diskette software to view the animated demo
prior to this step, you do not need to reinstall the software at this time. To use
the diagnostics:

For DOS users

Go to the odp_util directory and type:
overdriv 

e

For Windows NT  users

Go to the odp_util directory and
type

 

from a full-screen DOS

prompt:
overdriv 

e

For Windows users:

Double click the icon “OverDrive

Processor Demo/Diagnostics

For OS/2, OS/2 WARP users:

Ensure that the following line ap-

For more information,

pears in your config.sys file:

refer to Troubleshooting

VME=NO

section, p. 26.

Ensure that the settings for your DOS
full-screen command prompt in-
cludes the following:
HW_TIMER set to ON

From a full-screen DOS prompt type:
overdriv 

e

For Windows 95 users:

Press 

e

 or click OK

When the Main Menu appears, select “Intel OverDrive

 Processor Diagnos-

tics.”   If the diagnostic utilities program tells you the Pentium OverDrive
processor is not operating correctly or if you do not obtain any performance
increase, see the Troubleshooting section to determine possible problems.  If
you cannot troubleshoot the problem, contact  your dealer for assistance.  If
you require further assistance, see the Getting Help section.

Step 8 - Test the Pentium OverDrive processor
installation.

Your Intel Pentium OverDrive processor installation is com-
plete.

Summary of Contents for Pentium OverDrive

Page 1: ...486 TM...

Page 2: ...l Corporation assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions in this guide Nor does Intel make any commitment to update the information herein All other brand and product names are trademarks of th...

Page 3: ...anation of symbols used in this guide This symbol indicates a NOTE Notes areitemsofspecialinterestthatpertain to the section or procedure you are reading Notes typically clarify or augment the materia...

Page 4: ...entium OverDrive processor installation On most computers installing the Pentium OverDrive processor is simple if you carefully follow the directions in your computer owner s manual and in this manual...

Page 5: ...iskette software from your hard disk once you have completed your Pentium OverDrive processor installation and diagnostics For more information on this utility or on the diagnostic software see the se...

Page 6: ..._util directory and type from a full screen DOS prompt overdriv e For Windows users Double click the icon OverDrive Processor Demo Diagnostics For OS 2 users Ensure that the following line ap For more...

Page 7: ...m the computer Warning DangertoEquipment ThePentium OverDrive processor can be damaged by static discharge Be sure to ground yourself before handling the Pentium OverDrive processor by touching the me...

Page 8: ...the Pentium OverDrive processor in that socket The processor can appear in various forms Your computer may have a surface mounted processor or a socketed processor and the processor may have a heat si...

Page 9: ...type you have in order to successfully insert your Pentium OverDrive processor Two common variations are the Zero Insertion Force ZIF socket and Low Insertion Force LIF socket As the illustration show...

Page 10: ...per side i487 TM Remove the Intel487 SX math coprocessor and install the Pentium OverDrive processor in the Intel487 processor socket If the math coprocessor is not surrounded by an empty row of pins...

Page 11: ...pen Very little force is required to open the socket handle Do not use excessive force Your computer s motherboard should not bend while opening the socket Once the socket is open remove the processor...

Page 12: ...rners are loose and you can insert the rake part of the tool along the side of the processor between processor and socket Be sure to push the handle toward the processor Do not push the handle away fr...

Page 13: ...oved a processor in order to install the Pentium OverDrive processor you can refer to the sketch you made in Step 4 for the correct orientation Some sockets contain a key pin hole an additional hole i...

Page 14: ...e arrangment different from the other socket corners a socket corner labeled A1 or Pin 1 on the motherboard or socket You must match the corner of the Pentium OverDrive processor which contains the bl...

Page 15: ...essor into the socket making sure to match the corner with the blunt edge and distinctive pin arrangement to the socket corner containing the key pin hole If your socket does not have a key pin hole c...

Page 16: ...ath the socket area Be sure to remove the reinforcement before turning your computer back on As you press firmly you should be able to feel the Pentium OverDrive processor slide into place When the Pe...

Page 17: ...tep 6 Set jumpers or switches if required You may need to set switches move or install jumpers or both on your computer s motherboard or removable card to let the computer know you ve added the Pentiu...

Page 18: ...hat the following line ap For more information pears in your config sys file refer to Troubleshooting VME NO section p 26 Ensure that the settings for your DOS full screen command prompt in cludes the...

Page 19: ...ncludes a Demonstration and Diagnostics diskette with your Pentium OverDrive processor The diskette contains two portions a demonstration to guide you through the Pentium OverDrive processor installat...

Page 20: ...the time of installation In addition fan monitor software provides ongoing assurance that your Pentium OverDrive processor fan is functioning normally Testing the Installation This list describes the...

Page 21: ...und The software checks the fan every 60 seconds and does not affect system performance Note that after installation no initial messages appear but you can view any messages by double clicking on the...

Page 22: ...he screen Be sure The power cord is plugged into the wall outlet The cables and cords are attached correctly Any boards or cards you removed are reinstalled properly If you have installed the Pentium...

Page 23: ...e diagnostic tests but you still don t see a speed improvement contact Intel Customer Support Yourcomputerbootsupandrunsnormallyforafewminutes thenhangs up or shuts down Is the Pentium OverDrive proce...

Page 24: ...ure the fan is functioning correctly If you chose a DOS installation for this software invoke the fan monitor utility to determine if the fan is functioning For more details on the fan software refer...

Page 25: ...e Pentium OverDrive processor according to the instructions in this guide your computer may have special configuration needs For more informantion refer to your computer manufacturer or dealer You rec...

Page 26: ...reboot your system 2 Set the HW_TIMER to ON a Select the full screen DOS prompt icon b Click your right second mouse button A pop up menu appears c For OS 2 WARP select Settings from the menu For OS...

Page 27: ...against the opposite corner 3 When the fan assembly is at an approximately 45 angle gently lift straight up from the processor 4 Place the fan assembly on its back being careful not to damage the cont...

Page 28: ...then order any compatibility and configuration informa tion necessary to finish your installation The Intel OverDrive Processor Upgrade Guide available from your dealer also contains FaxBack numbers f...

Page 29: ...05 00 15 00 Singapore Local Time In Taiwan 886 2 718 9915 M F 05 00 15 00 Singapore Local Time In Hong Kong 886 2 718 9915 M F 05 00 15 00 Singapore Local Time From anywhere 503 264 7354 5 Send a let...

Page 30: ...rata for Pentium OverDrive processors are available upon request This limited warranty does not cover any costs relating to removal or replacement of any OverDrive processor that is soldered or otherw...

Page 31: ...URPOSE SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLU SION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES SO THIS LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED IN DURA TION TO THE LIMITED WARRANTY...

Page 32: ...Branch Prediction Floating Point Unit High Speed Pentium Processor Floating Point Unit Bus Core Speed 25 MHz Bus Speed 63 MHz Internal Speed or 33 MHz Bus Speed 83 MHz Internal Speed Internal Cache 16...

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