Heatsink Recommendations for xp-3000

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around recommendations for heatsinks for the xp-3000 CPU, focusing on cooling solutions, stability issues, and thermal management strategies. Participants share their experiences and suggestions regarding heatsink models, fan configurations, and thermal paste options.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant reports stability issues with the xp-3000 CPU, noting a high temperature of 75 C with a current aluminum heatsink.
  • Another suggests considering a fan/heatsink combo that has received positive reviews, indicating that the current setup may not be optimal.
  • A recommendation is made for the Swiftech MCX462-V heatsink paired with a high CFM 92mm fan, while dismissing the effectiveness of the Volcano line.
  • Participants discuss the importance of case fans to prevent recirculation of hot air, suggesting that additional airflow could improve cooling performance.
  • There is an emphasis on using thermal paste, particularly Arctic Silver, instead of tape for better thermal conductivity between the CPU and heatsink.
  • A participant shares their upgraded setup, reporting a reduction in temperature to 60 C after implementing the Swiftech heatsink and Arctic Silver, while detailing their case fan configuration.
  • Concerns are raised about the adequacy of airflow in the case, with suggestions for additional fans if necessary.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree on the necessity of using effective heatsinks and thermal paste, as well as the importance of case fans for optimal cooling. However, there are differing opinions on specific heatsink models and configurations, indicating that multiple competing views remain.

Contextual Notes

Some participants mention the need for proper ventilation around the case and the potential for additional fans, but there is no consensus on the ideal configuration or specific models to use.

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Having problems with stability on new xp-3000. I just realized my cpu is cruising at a 'cool' 75 C. Fan I'm using is a YSTech something or other 47 CFM. I figure the fan is fine thinking 47 CFM is quite high. Any ideas for heatsink? Right now I'm using a boxed aluminum heatsink from a 1.3 amd. Thanks.
 
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Before you change it, have you tried http://www.thetechlounge.com/review.php?REVIEWDIR=heatsink_lapping_kit fan/heatsink combo gets a lot of rave customer reviews.
 
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Swiftech MCX462-V with a high cfm 92mm fan.

The whole volcano line isn't that good. Don't even consider it.
 
Do you have any case fans? If you are relying solely on your CPU and power supply fans, you may be recirculating hot air. Try adding a case fan. Make sure the computer has room in the front and back to allow for air movement (don't hide it in an unventilated cabinet).

Did you use a tape on the CPU to heatsink connection? Arctic Silver is good, but any thermal paste will work better than a tape.
 
Agreed, you need case fans and Arctic Silver is just a must.
 
Thanks for the replies, ended up going with swiftech and artic silver. Averaging 60C. As to case fans, I have so many I had to get a 450W Enermax. I have an 80mm in back just under PSU pulling hot air out, two side mounted 80mm's blowing over graphics card and motherboard, and a 120 mm blower upfront at the base. The PSU also contributes to pulling out hot air. I may need another fan perhaps cut into the top of case to pull more hot air out. But it would seem adequate as it is. Once again, thanks for your replies.
 
dink said:
Thanks for the replies, ended up going with swiftech and artic silver. Averaging 60C. As to case fans, I have so many I had to get a 450W Enermax. I have an 80mm in back just under PSU pulling hot air out, two side mounted 80mm's blowing over graphics card and motherboard, and a 120 mm blower upfront at the base. The PSU also contributes to pulling out hot air. I may need another fan perhaps cut into the top of case to pull more hot air out. But it would seem adequate as it is. Once again, thanks for your replies.

As long as the space around the case is pretty well ventilated or open, I think you should be moving enough air in and out of the case.
 

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