Need a CPU cooler

[AHamick]

I am looking for an aftermarket cooler to cool my E8400 that I plan to overclock. Coolermaster has stated that large CPU coolers over 145mm tall will not fit in this case unless the side fan is removed. So can anyone possibly recommended me a HSF that will fit? I would prefer a bolt through kit if possible for added stability, thanks.

 

[theAnimal]

Arctic Cooling Freezer 7 Pro. Just add on a bolt through kit if you want.

 

[matas]

Originally posted by: theAnimal
Arctic Cooling Freezer 7 Pro. Just add on a bolt through kit if you want.

Which bolt through kit is the best value? Also, if I install bolt through thing, how easy is it to remove the cooler from the cpu when it is installed?

 

[AHamick]

After some store browsing, there is a local Frys near me, but they do not have the Arctic freezer in stock, I was looking at the Zalman 9700 cooler, anyone have specific feedback on the Zalman?

 

[disports]

Originally posted by: AHamick
After some store browsing, there is a local Frys near me, but they do not have the Arctic freezer in stock, I was looking at the Zalman 9700 cooler, anyone have specific feedback on the Zalman?

Not worth it for the money

 

[looper]

A few days ago, I replaced my E6600 with a E8400. I then installed the XigmatekS1283 cooler with the backplate.

Much to my surprise I did not screw it up. The toughest part was disconnecting all the cables from the MB, listing on a paper what cable went where on the MB, and removing MB from case to do the backplate.

You can easily feel you are over-tightening the screws into the backplate. It was a tight fit angling the MB w/ the Xigmatek thru the back of the case opening. Putting on the fan was tight as well.

Afterwards, re-attaching all the cabling inside the case was tight for me...big hands. Overall, like most things we worry about, it was quite a bit easier than I expected.

BTW, there is a video on YouTube showing how to do the Xigmatek install....
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v...rLK804&feature=related


Brian