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Screw down CPU HSF's?

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Firey

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I've read where some of the heavy duty heatsinks come with four screws that fasten to the motherboard instead of clipping. Can anyone give me a list of these that are compatible with the ASUS A7M266 board? And is this a better route to insure contact over the clips? Thanks for any help given in this matter.
 
The only heatsink that I know of is the Swiftech MC462

It does use the four holes around the socket. The manufacturer has almost perfected this mounting mechanism as it ensures proper contact on the CPU, while making it virtually impossible to crush the core.

I am not sure about its compatibility with the A7M266. You may want to email the folks over at Swiftech and see if they can tell you yes or no. I believe I saw that board on their website showing it would fit, but i can't see to find it right now.

EDIT: Here's a pic about 2/3 the way down, showing it fitting nice n snug on the A7M266.
http://www.swiftnets.com/MC462.htm
 
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