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Is it ok to go with no fan heatsink

Discussion in 'Overclocking, Cooling and Modding' started by Hunger_force, Aug 18, 2005.

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  1. Hunger_force Newcomer, in training

    I was wondering if i could replce my heatsink fan combo with a really solid copper heatsink no fan. I ask this because my pc is pretty loud and im looking for alternatives to fans.
    Hunger_force, Aug 18, 2005
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  2. DonNagual TechSpot Ambassador

    There are some nice and quiet heatsink/fans on the market these days, check out http://www.zalman.co.kr/

    But I would never use the heatsink without the fan. Danger!

    If you have the cash, you could also look into liquid cooling options. Info on the link I gave you above.

    Other big noismakers are case fans and PSU fans. I just finished building my computer, and that was my priority was a little peace and quiet. My previous one almost drove me insane it was so loud.
    DonNagual, Aug 19, 2005
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  3. zephead TechSpot Paladin

    i agree. zalman's coolers are so quiet in operation that you wouldn't tell the difference if the fan was there or not.
    zephead, Aug 19, 2005
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  4. DonNagual TechSpot Ambassador

    Also, don't forget that if you use anything other than stock cooling on your CPU, you are giving up your warranty.
    DonNagual, Aug 19, 2005
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  5. Blakhart Newcomer, in training

    Don't tell.
    Blakhart, Aug 19, 2005
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  6. hondablaster Newcomer, in training

    I got the zalman copper. Great fan. Max RPM is 2500 compared the amd 5000 RPM. They compensate by making the copper heatsink HUGE with a LARGE fan to go with it. Pretty creative.
    hondablaster, Sep 8, 2005
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