Didn't mean to imply that your post was of the "OMG I JUST ORDERD 20 TO EBAY!!!$$$$$" variety. It was just the first post I saw with multiple orders. I'm just being crabby and cynical until I see a shipment confirmation. ;)
That said, thanks for the OP.
So we've had people call, and others talk about ordering mass quantities...
Yep. This deal is officially jinxed. It never takes very long before somebody repeats history and screws it all up.
Just picked mine up at FedEx a few minutes ago. Ordered during Monarch's "24 Hour Sale" that seemed to last quite a bit longer than 24 hours (and have prices change during the sale).
I was expecting the same stepping everyone else seems to be getting when they ordered during that sale: CBBWE...
Huh???
That article says
It looks like Insanetek had case airflow issues rather than not being able to use Zalman vf700s within an SLI setup.
They also seemed to have problems with the Thermalright V1. While I can understand how the lack of useable instructions could result in their...
Looks like you thought things out fairly well- the VF700CU should do a fine job for you.
--and yes, I've seen people use the Zalmans in SLI setups, so no problem there.
I saw that one, and can't figure out why he got the results he did.
My complaints are with the instructions and the crappy non-adhesive thermal stuff on the ramsinks- certainly not with performance.
I really don't notice the noise at all, but ANYTHING is quieter than the grinding the DFI fan was making. :)
Of course, I'm running 2 120mm fans, 2 80mm fans, a 92mm fan and a slot exhaust blower... so even though none of them are loud I'm not sure I'd be able to say MY perception of...
I've been a satisfied AC Silencer user, but this time I went a different route.
Link to my quick Thermalright V1 review (on a 6800GT)
It's a rougher install, but the results are great. Overall I'd say you've got 3 solid products to choose from, so there's no really bad decision.
The chipset cooler on my DFI Ultra-D started making horrible grinding noises, so I emailed DFI about replacement options without having to send the whole board in. DFI support replied suggesting that I use an Evercool heatsink to replace it while I sent the OEM one in:
Evercool "twinkling"...
Updated with temps using an additional 80mm fan mounted on the bottom of the V1.
Big improvement, although I'm still disappointed in the NON-adhesive thermal crud on the ramsinks.
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Thanks!
I considered getting some OCZ copper ramsinks when the first online review of the V1 said that it lacked memory cooling, but decided to wait when Thermalright's site pointed out that it DOES include 8 aluminum ones.
Since memory cooling type doesn't seem to make much of a...
For the Iceberq4 Pro, I've heard that the best way to get them to fit was to:
1. Remove the blue-ish colored plastic on the face
(so it will fit under the video card)
2. Use the original pins from the Ultra-D's chipset cooler to attach it
(they're thinner and have more "wiggle room")
I...
Mine sounds like a weedwhacker. It worked fine for a week or so, but now (had it for a month) it buzzes until I reach into the case and nudge it a few times, at which point it quiets down to a (still loud) hum.
I'd RMA it, but who's to say the replacement wouldn't have the same problem...
Looks nice, but unfortunately it wouldn't fit since the Ultra-D chipset cooler is located right beneath the video card. Video cards actually extend over the cooler itself, so any solution would have to be really thin (many use the Vantec Iceberq as a replacement) or highly modded.
I'll...
Thanks for the link- looks like the sweet spot is the 34dB 33.55CFM model, or the 28.25CFM model since it's quieter than the stock fan with a little extra airflow.
Of course, I still think my chipset cooler would drown out ANY of them. ;)
Thanks!
The side duct sounds like a good idea. I think the card cooler exhaust I've got going below mine helps a bit. With something that has as much surface area as this cooler, I suspect that any additional case airflow will make a difference.
I guess the distance from your XP90 is...
I'm pretty sure the 7800 is the reason for the additional undocumented set of mounting bracket arms, but I can't blame anyone for waiting.
To be honest, I can't hear the included fan over the racket made by the ultra-crappy chipset cooler on the DFI Ultra-D.
The Hunt for a Decent Video Cooler:
I've been looking for the right aftermarket 6800GT cooling for a while now. I had a good experience with the Arctic Cooling Silencer with my old 9800, so I figured I'd just get the NV5 when I found a good deal. Unfortunately, NV5s haven't been available...
Hmmm. Now I'm wondering if it's not worth the gamble. Maybe Value VX or Mushkin Blue with the option of adding an OCZ booster later would be a better idea.
Can't... make... up... MIND!
I was just about to order a set of those Gskills. I had read that they could do 240fsb with pretty low voltage (loosened latencies, of course). Are you unhappy with yours?
The title says it all.
HyperX PC3000 for $29 after $20 rebate
Heck, it's cheaper than I paid for mine BEFORE rebate. Hopefully you guys will have just as much good luck with overclocking this great RAM!
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Link to $20 rebate PDF
Lots of great links here guys, but I'm still having a heck of a time locating any Nissan Skyline R35 toys (not the GT-R, but the standard version). I've seen pictures of the Taiyo Radi-Can R/C one, but I haven't had any luck finding out how to purchase one here in the states.
Any help would be...
Stopped by the Des Moines Wal Mart around 5pm, and got the run-around from several employees. One finally confirmed the price and said "Yes, they are in stock, but they are on the top shelf and the manager won't let us get them down until the truck gets here".
Uh... WHAT????
I politely asked...
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