HSF that will fit?

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I'm looking to build a new computer around this and want to see if anyone here has this motherboard and if so, what HSF are you using. I just want to be sure everything fits ok. I hate getting everything together and going to build it only to find out the HSF doesn't have good clearance. Thanks.
 
forrehmmnd said:
why get fatal1ty, there are probably better boards out there for the same price. fatal1ty is just an expensive label. unless you dont have a budget and or really like that label.

some examples that i think would be a better choice

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813131013

http://www.newegg.com/Product/ShowI...orce 590 SLI MCP ATX AMD Motherboard - Retail
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It was actually suggested to me. Honestly, I had no idea what/who fatal1ty was until a couple days after my friend showed me it and I asked him...heh.

Not trying to sound like a dick, but I'm looking for HSF's.

Thanks.
 
ok np, i think almost all fans should fit that board, it doesnt look too out of the ordinary in terms of layout. some good fans are the zalman 9500/ 9700, the tuniq tower and the thermalright ultra 120.
 
I have that board...

LOL

Usinging a Zalman 9500Am2.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835118004

Had a Big Blue by thermal take... but they do not seem to work everywell with abit boards.

The screws needed to go into the back plate that abit provides a gap for the brackets and never tighten down... That was one 3 different abit am2 boards. Now the Foxconn uses a different backplate that is taped on vs abits that needs the screws to hold it on.

Hope that makes some sense...
 
trugbilddrachen said:
I have that board...

LOL

Usinging a Zalman 9500Am2.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835118004

Had a Big Blue by thermal take... but they do not seem to work everywell with abit boards.

The screws needed to go into the back plate that abit provides a gap for the brackets and never tighten down... That was one 3 different abit am2 boards. Now the Foxconn uses a different backplate that is taped on vs abits that needs the screws to hold it on.

Hope that makes some sense...
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How does that thing go on? Do the screws go up into it from the bottom of the MB? If thats what you were trying to explain, I didn't get it, heh, sorry:(

Thanks.
 
OK...

Thermaltake Big Blue.

You remove the 4 screws holding down the plastic (black) mount that sits on top of the motherboard and your stock HSF clips to.

Then TT (thermal take) gives you two mounts. Each mount screws from the top down into the metal back plate. So your trading the stock black mount for the two metal ones Thermaltake give you.

When you screw the TT mounts down they do not site flush because the metal back plate "posts" are a little taller the MB surface. So there is a gap with the TT mounts and it does not sit flush.

The foxconn 590SLI board, their metal back plate sits flush on both sides so it screws down tight and no gap.

The Zalman uses the stock black plastic mount... So all you have to do is use the clip and fasten it.

I hope that explains it a little better. If not maybe someone else can do a better job.
Wish i had pics to help ya.

This problem only seems to affect abit boards and the TT Big Blue... I am not sure about any other boards or HSF that have this issue.

Thanks
John
 
trugbilddrachen said:
The Zalman uses the stock black plastic mount... So all you have to do is use the clip and fasten it.
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Sorry if I seem stupid, heh, but I just want to make absolutely sure before I buy. this is what your talking about in the quote?

Also, looking tricky to mount, or does it mount pretty easy. I'm just assuming that that metal piece runs across the base of the HS and uses the plastic mounts your talking about? If so that seems like it should be easy enough.

I HATE mounting HS/F when building a computer. I'm always scared I'm going to put more pressure on the CPU which is why I keep asking stupid questions:(. Thanks again for putting up with me:(
 
To your first question yes... the clip attached to the plastic black mount that is already on the board.


The one you have linked is the one i am using right now witht he rig in sig.
Its a little tricky and a little tuff...

but the trick is to latch one side and use your index finger in the middle area to help get the other clip mounted. But it does take some force... and as long as you cpu is not naked... you should be fine... the green glow is a nice touch on the color of the HS...

Also i did not cut my hands at all like other reviews have stated.

Picked mine up at compusa for around 30...it was a nice deal

there is one other i wanted to try...i am waiting for the price to come down.

Thanks
John

I can post of pics of it installed later of my rig for you to see.
 
trugbilddrachen said:
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Hmm, we have a CompUSA up here, and if it's 30 I might pick it up here. Not only cheaper, but shipping to Alaska blows:( If you don't mind taking pics that would be awesome. Like I said, I absolutely HATE installing HSF's, so I try to go for the easiest, most effective HSF.
 
its 70 $ at compusa. at least thats what the site shows. so if u wanna save money and have time go with newegg.
 
I suggest Thermalright or Scythe. Specificly, the Ultra 120 / Infinity. Awesome heatsinks. The infinity (the one I have) clips to the stock bracket, so it's like a 15 second install. I believe the Ultra120 comes with screws and a backplate that screw in, but it's an easy install.
 
all my area compusa's are going out of business... soo with a phat discount it made it a steal... at least for local pickup.




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yeah if u have a smaller case with a lot of fans cables etc. you might have a tight squeeze. but you will like it if it fits.
 
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