Zalman CNPS7000 Worth It?

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Hello I am currently running an Intel P4 2.4C and I have been thinking of getting a Zalman CNPS7000 to silently cool this chip? Right now I'm just using the stock cooling with the fan mate-1 with the fan running at 2000RPM's with temps ranging from 51C in idil and 60C at full load. So I guess the big question I have is will getting this product in conjunction with some Artic Silver 3 worth the money? Also how reliable is the product and how easy is it to install as well. It would be nice if I could keep the fan speed around 2000RPM's (a little less would be nice) but still maintain a decent temp (idil temp arond 45C or less would be nice) Anyway any guidence or wisdom on this issue would be appreciated. Thanks


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[NurseMSIC]

I got one, it's great, it works as is says on the tin. Not much more to say really.

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[LtBlue14]

the boxed cooler noise is botherin you, huh? wow, have they gotten louder recently or do you just want REALLY silent cooling?
the zalman cpns7000-Cu (the all copper one) is what you want to go for, if you can get it. next best would be the copper/aluminum hybrid
<A HREF="http://www.zalman.co.kr/usa/news/20030224.htm" target="_new">here's a list of all the motherboards it won't fit</A>
make sure yours isn't on there (zalman estimates that about 5% of motherboards are incompatible)

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[NurseMSIC]

I have the AlCu which works perfectly, so i'd advise you to go with that rather than the all copper one.
Cheaper, lighter, works virtually as well.

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