P180B + SB + P67 + G.Skill Ripjaws + HSF?

[LuluTheMonk]

I already own the P180B, and just purchased 16 GB of the G.Skill Ripjaws. I have a 2600k on the way and will order some P67 mobo when they are available again. Recommendations for a HSF? Somewhat interested in a Noctua, but don't know which particular model to get that may provide the best bang for the buck. The CM 212+ is also in the running.

Thanks.

 

[XLNC]

Any decent heatsink from Noctua runs over $75. If you want bang for buck, I'd spend a bit more and get the NH-D14 for $89. It comes with the NF-PF14 fan which is a $30 value in itself. According their website, maximum RAM height it can handle is 44mm and I think the Ripjaws are below that.

Your case is 8.1" wide, and the NH-D14 is 6.3" tall so it seems like it should fit. Depends on how much room the case leaves behind the MB tray for cable routing. Antec's website is screwy and I can't seem to find that info.

 

[LuluTheMonk]

Will the D14 have clearance for the Ripjaws? All 4 of the slots will be filled.

 

[Lightflash]

You might have to put the first DIMM in before placing the heatsink (depends on the orientation of the fans). Or you could take off the headspreaders if you are not overclocking with them.

 

[supaidaaman]

ive got a p180 and my ripjaws fit perfectly under DH-14...even a good amount of wiggle room. You can easily raise the fan for clearance. There is a youtube video you can search for that shows the amount of clearance.