MSI K8n neo2 + 3000 (what COOLER?!)

**The Runner** · 10-15-2004 06:48 AM

bought the chip OEM w/ the mobo, arriving next tuesday.

So wondering what cooler I should get for it

Thermaltake XP-90? (i think) looks pretty decent, but is a bit overpriced compared to the bigger version, but I dont think that works with my mobo :E

When buying a cheap cooler, what do I need to look for? Cause none of them say socket 939, just socket 940.

Well I can get the SLK-948-U for Â£19 - edit, dang they're not in stock either!
the XP-90 is on there as well for Â£22, but unconfirmed shippment for 2nd Nov.

**hollywood** · 10-15-2004 08:03 AM

Originally Posted by The Runner

bought the chip OEM w/ the mobo, arriving next tuesday.

So wondering what cooler I should get for it

Thermaltake XP-90? (i think) looks pretty decent, but is a bit overpriced compared to the bigger version, but I dont think that works with my mobo :E

When buying a cheap cooler, what do I need to look for? Cause none of them say socket 939, just socket 940.

Well I can get the SLK-948-U for Â£19 - edit, dang they're not in stock either!
the XP-90 is on there as well for Â£22, but unconfirmed shippment for 2nd Nov.

I use the MSI K8N Neo2 Platinum and the Thermalright XP90. They fit together perfectly! Plus your memory is cooled by being right under 1/2 of the heatsink. There is a TON of clearance on all sides and the memory can still be added or removed from ANY slot when it's installed.

I simply love the XP90...get it.

Great temps w-AS5 as well. Only 42C full load @ 2600MHz, 36C idle.

**The Runner** · 10-15-2004 08:05 AM

nice! I'm thinking of getting one :o

**hollywood** · 10-15-2004 08:06 AM

Originally Posted by The Runner

nice! I'm thinking of getting one :o

Recheck my post...I added some info.

**The Runner** · 10-15-2004 09:20 AM

So you would say its worth an extra Â£15 over the SLK-948-U ?

**The Runner** · 10-16-2004 10:57 AM

just a small update, went for the XP-90 in teh end, yeah it was Â£15 dearer, but I read up that its so much easier to install, and I am changing cpus alot, I hate fiddling around with coolers!

I'll report my overclocks sometime next week

**CTKP** · 10-16-2004 12:32 PM

Yeah, the XP90 was a good choice. The only bad thing i can think of is the pressure you have to put on the chip to get the hooks in the retention clip.

**The Runner** · 10-16-2004 12:34 PM

Originally Posted by CTKP

Yeah, the XP90 was a good choice. The only bad thing i can think of is the pressure you have to put on the chip to get the hooks in the retention clip.

eek that sounds a bit fiddly

I guess if I press down in a leveled out force, it wouldn't do it any harm

**zakelwe** · 10-17-2004 12:04 AM

I use a Zalman copper 7000 series. It is a doddle to fit on and works fine.

Regards

Andy

**Shade00** · 10-17-2004 12:15 AM

Originally Posted by The Runner

eek that sounds a bit fiddly

I guess if I press down in a leveled out force, it wouldn't do it any harm

It is a bit tricky to get on there, but it's well worth it. It's a fantastic HSF.

**seb87** · 10-17-2004 12:42 AM

zalman a7000b - cu

**GazC** · 10-17-2004 01:22 AM

I'd like to know if the XP-120 fits. Now that the .90 AMDs are out I'm looking at this mobo and possibly a 3400.

**CTKP** · 10-17-2004 01:32 AM

Xp-120 hits some caps on the board.

MSI
K8T Neo-FIS2R Okay
K8TM-IL Okay
K8T Neo2-F Okay
K8T Neo2-FIR Okay
K8N Neo-FSR Okay
K8N Neo Platinum Okay
K8N Neo2 Platinum Not Compatible (caps mechanically obstruct pipe.)

**PnoT** · 10-17-2004 02:13 AM

I'm currently running a ThermalRight SLK-948U for now and it's a good hs. I also have a panflow 92mm on it and it's dead quiet putting out close to 60cfm. The xp-90 is a very good hs as well i'd get that for sure if your debating. Here's a pretty good guide on a few of the newer hsf combos out there for each socket: http://www.overclockers.com/articles373/

It says the database is not updated but every new hsf combo that comes in they add it to the list anyway

**The Runner** · 10-17-2004 04:06 PM

Ok guys, I'm sufficiently impressed by my purchase now. Should be coming tomorrow with board and chip on tuesday. Should have it up and running nicely by Friday. Will report back then

edit: btw how much as5 should I put on the chip? Small blob in the middle like intel procs?

**jjcom** · 10-17-2004 06:03 PM

yep sounds about right...maybe a bit more since these Athlon 64 cores are...big. I hate having to put presure on my heatsink...mainly since I'm using an Athlon XP.

The POLO HS I've got is incredibly hard to install. I almost sent my scewdriver through the motherboard

**The Runner** · 10-20-2004 10:00 AM

quick reply needed, i am looking at the guide, i need to drip nail varnish remover onto the mobo to remove the old RM?

Im unsure of if I should do this, and if so could do with a better guide.
Can't find one anywhere

**The Runner** · 10-20-2004 12:34 PM

nvm done dat, wasnt even glued down.

The board layout is great, however I'm far too tired to install it now. Will install tomorrow morning!

Fingers crossed I aint got a duff board.

Either dat or a duff chip, there was some condensation on the IHS! Cause it arrived on an extremely cold day. However there was no damp.

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