Zalman cu7000 + P4 users, ????

[mboy]

I just got my new P4 3.0C and abit IC7-max3.
I will be home with my son who is sick tomorrow and most likely will swap out current AMD setup into and oput the P4/mobo into my case (figure Antec Soho server type case).
My Zalman is on the way and will no way be in time.
If I install the stock HS tomorrow, will I be able to put the Zalman on it while the mobo is still in the case? Or will I need remove it. I know it doesn't have to be screwed to the mobo in same was say and Alpha Pal or SLK-u, but will there be anough room?
Thanks.

 

[sman789]

i have a 2.4c with the 7000, i installed it with the mobo in while the case was on its side so its horiZntal...works great. I wouldnt want it on the mobo first because it is so heavy

 

[MontyAC]

You will have no trouble installing the Zalman 7000 after the motherboard is in the case. It's very easy, only two screws to tighten. Just follow the instructions.

 

[Corporate Thug]

it will be a bit of a hassel but you can install it while the mobo is in the case, depending on the case

 

[Soulkeeper]

doesn't that thing weigh nearly a pound ??

just be carefull not to drop the heatsink on the motherboard, cpu, or memory during installation

i've cut squares out of the back of cases so i could access the mounting holes on the back of an installed motherboard
it sucks having to remove the motherboard everytime you put a new heatsink in


good luck

 

[mboy]

Thank you. So stock is going on tomorrow and Zalman when I get it