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CPUs  Guys if you are utilizing Intel's Xtreme Memory Profile,
would that necessarily mean your CPU is unlocked and
overclocked? Asus Rampage II GENE here and the only way I can
utilize my correct RAM speed (DDR3 1600) is selecting XMP.  More
about : xmp  Best solution  No, XMP is built into the RAM and
sets pre-configured settings for the RAM, e.g., latency
timiings, frequency, and likely some other settings. It does not
unlock the CPU, not does it overclock the CPU.  You can use XMP
to auto set your speed and timings as well as the needed
voltages, or, you can go set them manually. Both should do the
same thing. XMP and EPP do not overclock, just allow an
easier(automatic) way to set memory options. They are a
extension of SPD(Serial Presence Detect). Related resources
Thanks guys, so in basic layman's terms, what is an unlocked
CPU? I have a i7 930 in my system although I don't need to OC
it. Would unlocking it be necessary?  An "Unlocked" c