Checking in before I buy this time

[Dolorous Dave]

I'm getting ready to place an order for these items. Any criticisms or kudos before I hit the "confirm order" button?

Hiper 580W PSU

Logitech G7

Zalman AM2 CPU Cooler (CNPS9500)

 

[GalvanizedYankee]

The 9500 is heavy, overkill cooling but it does look good. Meh, the price has come down so OK. Just be careful when moving the box.

Ditch the HYPER :thumbsdown:
Buy.com has the Corsair HX520 for $80 at Goole check out with free shipping. Order it soon as this won't last that long.

 

[Dolorous Dave]

Would you suggest something else for cooling that's a little less overkill? I'm using just a stock heatsink/fan on this AM2 4600 right now.

 

[Farmer]

Dolorous Dave:

Well if you're not going to overclock, the stock HSF is fine.

As for the PSU, I'd look at the Enermax 400-w unit here:

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16817194002

Don't be deceived by the overall power rating, this thing puts out a continuous 20A on each of its two 12V rails; the Hiper unit only gives out a 20A and a 18A claimed.

 

[Dolorous Dave]

Ok, I went ahead and ordered that Corsair HX520 from Buy.com, seems like that a really good power supply and I specifically wanted modular cabling. Now I just need to figure out what to do with this heatsink.

 

[Dolorous Dave]

Originally posted by: Farmer
Dolorous Dave:

Well if you're not going to overclock, the stock HSF is fine.

As for the PSU, I'd look at the Enermax 400-w unit here:

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16817194002

Don't be deceived by the overall power rating, this thing puts out a continuous 20A on each of its two 12V rails; the Hiper unit only gives out a 20A and a 18A claimed.

Thanks for the suggestion, I just couldn't pass up that price on the Corsair! I still really want an upgraded HSF just in case I decide to start overclocking in the near future.

 

[Farmer]

Dolorous Dave:

Good choice, your Corsair unit is better than the unit I recommended. You made a very good decision in investing in a quality power supply. The Zalman cooler is a fine cooler, actually a very good cooler. GalvanizedYankee is simply pointing out that the thing is massive. I mean, the pictures on Newegg don't do it justice. As for a smaller cooler, this unit is smaller, and still very effective:

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16835109126

with the AM2 bracket:

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16835999353

They are not in stock at Newegg, put are priced similarly at a few reputable places (one of which is Silicon Valley Compucycle, www.svc.com)

Note that with this (excellent) heatsink, you'll need to buy your own 92mm fan to attach.

 

[Operandi]

The 9500 isn't that big, and it's actually fairly light considering its size and Cu construction. It may also be "overkill" but that just means you'll be covered for upgrades down the road and run the fan at lower speed for less noise (if you are so inclined).

 

[Dolorous Dave]

I'm thinking about one of the Arctic Cooling HSFs as they seem to be a little smaller. I really want something quiet.

 

[GalvanizedYankee]

Quiet?... get the 9500. The Arctic Cooling is light, inexpensive and fairly quiet. I think it's <$20 at Provantage.com/ If you need quiet fans and can deal with them being 38mm thick, look at the Arctic Cooling fans at Provantage for real cheap.

 

[Farmer]

Dolorous Dave:

I still stand by the Thermalright product, which I highly recommend you give some consideration. With it, you can choose exactly how quiet or how loud your solution needs to be (simply by switching a fan), and can be changed readily.

 

[Dolorous Dave]

Yes, I'm seriously considering it. Honestly, the only thing holding me back is having purchase my own fan for it. I'm not sure I'm competent enough to make that kind of independent decision. = P

 

[Dolorous Dave]

Wow, Provantage.com has some fantastic deals. How have I not heard about this site before?