Larger CPU fan for Asus Striker Extreme

[LKAlbert]

I tried to replace the Core 2 Duo fan with a Scythe Andy Samurai Master CPU heatsink/fan. Unfortunately, it does not fit inside of the heat pipes surrounding the chip. I want a large fan, 120 mm, in order to have it work more slowly and hence more quietly.

Does anyone have any suggestions?

 

[paparazi]

Zalman is hard to beat.

http://www.tweaknews.net/reviews/zalmancnps9700/index5.php

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Participate and help others.

 

[LKAlbert]

I am not sure that it will fit, however. I have written to them to verify. Thank you for your support.

Albert

 

[wahnula]

LKAlbert,

I second the call for Zalman. Here are the sizing specs:

http://www.zalman.co.kr/product/cooler/9500_LED_775_eng.html

Also see thread602-1339464 for more recommendations. I really like the ZeroTherm for style points, might give it a try:

http://www.zerotherm.net/eng/product/BTF95.asp

Core 2 Duos are known for running cool, even with minimal or passive cooling, so you don't really need a super-cooler as badly as with the older P4, Athlon, or Pentium D. There are lots of "cool" (ouch) coolers in that thread...

Tony

 

[ptrain]

Thermaltake Big Typhoon VX fits on my Striker.
cools CPU very well and quite.

 

[LKAlbert]

Yes, thank you for your reply. The main purpose is QUIET resulting from slow fan speeds.

As it turns out, Scythe may work after all. They sent me an email suggesting that I try facing the bent heat pipes facing the memory and from their tests that should work. I will keep everyone posted.

Silent PC Reviews

http://www.silentpcreview.com/

is a site that specializes in reviewing components that are quiet. They rate the Scythe Andy Samurai Master tops for cool AND quiet. So, since I already have it but was unable to install it, I will try again. If it does not wsork then I will try the Thermaltake Big Typhoon VX

You all have been really great in your comments. Thank you all.

Albert