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Find out what Intel XTU is & how to use it.

i. Intel XTU is a Windows-based performance tuning software that allows you to overclock, monitor, and stress test your Intel devices. Intel XTU releases new versions periodically to support new products, features, and bug fixes.

According to the [Intel website], the latest version of Intel XTU is 7.14.0.15, which was released on October 8, 2023. This version supports Windows 10 and 11, and various Intel processors, chipsets, and motherboards.

If you are looking for older versions of Intel XTU, you can find some of them on the [TechSpot website], which provides download links and release notes for each version. For example, you can find the following older versions of Intel XTU on TechSpot:

- Intel XTU 7.13.0.38, which was released on August 9, 2023.
- Intel XTU 7.4.1.3, which was released on June 16, 2023.
- Intel XTU 6.5.2.40, which was released on May 21, 2020.
- Intel XTU 6.5.1.355, which was released on November 9, 2019.

However, you should be aware that older versions of Intel XTU may not be compatible with newer products, features, or operating systems. You may also encounter some issues or errors when using older versions of Intel XTU, such as:

- resultlinecu2 pattern fail afterserialcheck, which indicates a problem with the patch file or the base product that the patch is trying to modify. You can try to download the patch file again, update the base product, or contact Intel support for assistance.
- Incompatibility with Virtualization Based Security (VBS) and OS features that enable VBS, which prevents XTU from functioning properly. You can try to disable VBS and related features, or use a newer version of XTU that supports VBS.
- Inability to set voltage controls to system default values, which occurs in certain undervolt protected system configurations. You can try to repair the base product, or use a newer version of XTU that supports undervolt protection.

ii. Intel® Extreme Tuning Utility (XTU) doesn't require a separate driver download. The installer for XTU itself includes all the necessary drivers and components. You can download it directly from the official Intel website:

**Download Link:** [https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/download/17881/intel-extreme-tuning-utility-intel-xtu.html]

There are versions available for Windows 11, 10, and 8.1 (64-bit only). Choose the version that matches your operating system.

Here are some additional things to keep in mind:

* Before installing XTU, make sure your system meets the minimum requirements: [https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/support/articles/000006636/processors/processor-utilities-and-programs.html]
* XTU is only compatible with certain Intel processors. You can check if your processor is compatible on the same page.
* If you're already using an older version of XTU, you can simply download and install the latest version to update it.

Once you've downloaded and installed XTU, you can launch it and start overclocking your CPU, GPU, and memory. Be careful when overclocking, as it can damage your hardware if done incorrectly.

iii. Here are the basic steps to overclock your Intel CPU using the Intel Extreme Tuning Utility (XTU):

1. Install the latest version of Intel XTU on your Windows 10 PC. Make sure your BIOS and chipset drivers are also up-to-date.

2. Open XTU and click on the "Advanced" tab. This is where you'll modify settings for overclocking.

3. Under "Advanced Core Settings", adjust the Turbo Boost Power Max and GPU Analog IO to maximum limits. This removes power limitations.

4. Increase CPU core ratio gradually in steps of 1. Test for stability each time using XTU Stress Test.

5. Run benchmark tests like Cinebench each time to evaluate performance improvements from the overclock.

6. Once unstable or reaching temperature limits, increase core voltage Vcore slightly until stable. Monitor temperatures closely.

7. Test for at least an hour with XTU stress test. If no crashes or throttling, your overclock is stable.

Make sure to overclock gradually and run stability tests to avoid system crashes or damage. Overclocking has risks so proceed carefully while testing. Stop if temperatures get too high.

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