Xigmatek S1283 won't fit, smaller recommendation?

[cdmccool]

I don't know if it's the case, the motherboard, or the PSU that's the cause of the problem, but basically the motherboard is too close to the PSU to fit the Xigmatek S1283. Any recommendations for a smaller heatsink? Maybe the 92mm version would fit?

 

[balloonshark]

The 92mm version works pretty well if it fits. It does get loud when stressed but otherwise it's a decent cooler. http://www.xigmatek.com/product/air-hdtsd964.php or http://www.newegg.com/Product/...x?Item=N82E16835233014

You want the HDT-SD964 version which has 4 - 6mm direct tough heatpipes and not the XP-S964. It also takes a different retention bracket than the S1283 if you bought one.

 

[speedfreak]

it seems the problem is the case itself. the psu is located too near so you dont have enough space to put that cooler.

 

[magicrat03]

I am not familiar with how the Xigmatek mounts but it looks like pushpins, can you get a bolt thru kit and turn the heatsink sideways? How bad is the S1283 off? If you go with a 92mm sized HS you should gain a little over a 1/2" per side at most depending on which you choose.

Sometimes it is the case that causes this and sometimes it is a combination of case/motherboard mounting hole locations to far to the right that screws you up.

 

[aigomorla]

yes can you take a picture of this.

b4 you go sink shopping.

you have an excellent sink, and maybe we can help you fit it.

 

[cdmccool]

I'm using this case:

http://www.newegg.com/Product/...3&Tpk=Rosewill%20R5605

and a m-ATX motherboard. The PSU is an OCZ 700W MXSP.

I have a bolt thru kit, and considered turning the heatsink 90 degrees, but then the fan would be blowing hot air right into the PSU. The heatsink makes contact with the grill on the PSU about 3/8 in. off of where the motherboard should allign with the mounting holes. I forced it the first time I installed everything, but I'm not comfortable leaving it like that. It was visibly bending the heatsink down, and stressing the motherboard.

I decided to give this heatsink a try after comparing the dimensions:

http://www.newegg.com/Product/...x?Item=N82E16835200026

Even though the SD964 is $2 cheaper after MIR, I would still have to buy another bracket + the cost of shipping.

My temps according to HWMonitor and Speedfan were around 36-40C idle while I had the S1283 installed, on a stock E5200. Seems high to me, and I was thinking it's because the heatsink wouldn't fit properly. My room stays around 68-70F.