Hi Folks,
I have just built a new computer and am having some issues with the pushpin heatsink for the Intel Core i5 2500 CPU.
Firstly the fan on it is making this really annoying, high pitched buzzing noise during operation. My other computer (also an i5 2500 with stock intel cooling) does not make this noise!
Secondly, I cannot get the pushpins to lock in properly. When the tower is up on its side (in normal operating position) the heatsink starts to fall off the CPU. During operation the CPU temps are getting up to 100°C which is far too hot. However with the tower lying on its side the CPU under 100% load does not get above 70°C.
Can anyone give me any advice regarding what I should do? Should I whinge to Intel about the CPU heatsink? Or can anyone direct me to an after market CPU cooler which A) will fit in my MicroATX case (MAX height 140MM) and B) Does not use pushpins.
OR can anyone link/write a guide of how to change out the pushpins for bolts and a backplate.
Thanks in advance,
Luke
Please note: I live in Australia so my choice of hardware is a bit limited. Please check this: http://www.pccasegear.com for availability of parts.
I have just built a new computer and am having some issues with the pushpin heatsink for the Intel Core i5 2500 CPU.
Firstly the fan on it is making this really annoying, high pitched buzzing noise during operation. My other computer (also an i5 2500 with stock intel cooling) does not make this noise!
Secondly, I cannot get the pushpins to lock in properly. When the tower is up on its side (in normal operating position) the heatsink starts to fall off the CPU. During operation the CPU temps are getting up to 100°C which is far too hot. However with the tower lying on its side the CPU under 100% load does not get above 70°C.
Can anyone give me any advice regarding what I should do? Should I whinge to Intel about the CPU heatsink? Or can anyone direct me to an after market CPU cooler which A) will fit in my MicroATX case (MAX height 140MM) and B) Does not use pushpins.
OR can anyone link/write a guide of how to change out the pushpins for bolts and a backplate.
Thanks in advance,
Luke
Please note: I live in Australia so my choice of hardware is a bit limited. Please check this: http://www.pccasegear.com for availability of parts.