Needs source for Alpha 8045...

[inquiring]

I have a new ABIT KR7A/XP 1800+ AMD running 110F at normal (non-gaming use)when ambient house temp is 65F, (case fan not in use as case panel is off but have 90 CFM SUNON case fan there). I want to use the Alpha 8045 HSF as it has come highly recommended. Searching thru pricewatch I saw many different prices for what appeared to be that HSF. What exactly do I need to buy to get the Alpha 8045 HSF and where would I get the lowest price on the web from a reputable reseller? I am using Arctic Silver 3 now on the CPU die with a $12 AOC ball bearing fan used by the dealer who sold me the CPU. Thank you.

 

[OldBear]

I have ordered from both sites listed below and have had excellent service.


<A HREF="http://www.sidewindercomputers.com/alphapal8045.html" target="_new">Sidewinder</A>
<A HREF="http://www.heatsinkfactory.com/" target="_new">Heatsink Factory</A>


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[inquiring]

How does this Alpha HSF compare to the swiftech
MCX462 and the fan of choice is the Mechtronics.
How do i get a HSF with the fan I want?
Thanks.

 

[OldBear]

I personally prefer Swiftech MCX-462. You can order a heatsink without a fan and order a fan of
your choosing. I use a <A HREF="http://www.sidewindercomputers.com/sun80ulhigsp.html" target="_new"> Sunnon </A> with a rheostat to control the speed and noise. With this fan I have a compromise
between performance and noise.

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