Some more testing
http://miningonmyown.com/2014/03/19/one-string-miner-test-1/
I found out my PSU only provides 11,5V with the PCI-E cables.... that's why these boards "only" hash at 26 to 29 GH/s. I will try another PSU tomorrow.
I also used thermal paste between heatsink and PCB, keeps it some degrees celcius cooler
http://miningonmyown.com/2014/03/19/one-string-miner-test-1/
I found out my PSU only provides 11,5V with the PCI-E cables.... that's why these boards "only" hash at 26 to 29 GH/s. I will try another PSU tomorrow.
I also used thermal paste between heatsink and PCB, keeps it some degrees celcius cooler
Or use an adjustable power supply, something like this one (just an example):
http://www.ebay.com/itm/30-Amp-12-Volt-DC-13-8V-Regulated-Power-Supply-for-Ham-Radio-CB-US-SELLER-/360874766820
Output voltage can be set with a potmeter, so you can easily adjust for
the IR drop in the wiring. And often these are cheaper than PC PSUs.
You will be suprised with the hashrate when the boards are operated
'slightly' over 12 Volts:) Have six of them hashing now with a total of
202.78 GH/s at 13V1. (Remember this warranty thingie;)
intron