CPU Fans

[pheral]

I am in the process of finalizing a component list for non-linear editing workstation. Mainboard is an Asus P4C800 - E Deluxe, the cpu a P4 2.8C Ghz. I wonder - Am I inviting trouble using an after-market CPU heatsink/cooler? Or am I better off sticking with the stock Intel equipment?

If I go for the after-market fan, any thoughts on the Vantec Aero-Flow VP4? Above all, I am looking for stability and reliability. This machine will not be overclocked, but at times will be asked to process some very graphics-intensive material.

Thanks in advance.

Philip

 

[o1die]

Go to newegg's refurbished section for an original Intel p4 heatsink. It's only $5 including shipping. They sent me a newer copper model. The fan is noisier on the copper model. I had to turn down the rpms with a zalman fan mate 1.

 

[ytoledano]

Stick with the Intel stock fan. Don't forget that it's Intel that's responsible for your CPU and fan to work properly so when you use it you can actually say that you more reliability.

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[Ed_Phoon]

Since you're not going to overclock, the Intel box heatsink will be good enough for most cpu incentive application.

 

[Vapor]

Go with the Intel HSF.

Damn Rambus.

 

[jihiggs]

what are you talking about "most"?

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[Crashman]

Stock Intel cooler is fine, I'm using one on a 2.6C at 3.2GHz. Runs 44C max.

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[AMD_DA_BEST]

if you want to OC, then Thermalright SP-94 with Vantec Tornado won't be bad. Just make sure that you get a fan controller if you want to get that.

I'm an AMD FANBOY. Intel folks, watch out!