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DFI NF4 SLI Infinity Motherboard   

     The Bios

     After a successful install and power up we need to configure the system using the all to familiar Phoenix Award BIOS CMOS Setup Utility. With this aged (non mouse enabled) interface, most enthusiasts can have their system setup and fully tweaked in under 60 seconds. While all of the sub-menu items have their purpose and importance in getting a system properly configured, the Genie BIOS setting is undoubtedly where most overclockers  will be spending their time.

     DFI has included all of the major players for Overclocking success in the Genie BIOS setting menu. In addition to the CPU Frequency and Hammer FID control (why don't they just call it a multiplier?), we have the complete DRAM Configuration page, and total control over all the important voltages; DDR, CPU, and chipset. The printed manual which accompanies the motherboard offers next to no help getting this area of the system up and running. However, DFI has included electronic versions in PDF format which cover the motherboard in much greater detail.

      While overclocking features may have become an unwritten standard, the fact remains that overclocking is still for advanced users. Anyone considering overclocking their rig needs to understand that the potential to damage or even destroy your hardware is a possibility. DFI has included this warning statement before the description of each voltage setting in the Genie BIOS setting menu. The voltage ranges available should be more than adequate for a successful overclocking endeavor. Extreme overclockers may be a little disappointed in the CPU voltages available, but this board isn't really intended for extreme overclocking. Still, a very respectable overclock should be easily attained with the settings available here.