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Passive solutions?

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Is anyone here using any passive methods for their CPU? using only XP-120 for example and what are the results? how about DIY heatpipes leading to a huge radiator outside of the case :rolleyes:. the advantages being for noise :)
 
I doubt many people use passive heatsinks on their CPU's because there performance is not very good. You cannot just slap a XP-120 without a fan on your CPU and expect it to cool it. Without a fan it will actually make matters worse by building up a lot of heat inside the heatsink. Doing this will fry your CPU in no time. If you want something that is quiet maybe you should look into water cooling.
 
well i've seen photos of cases with xp-120 with no fan on it, but good airflow in the case. low power consumption for CPU is the key
 
this isn't extreme cooling, and you would probably get more/better responses over in overclocking and cooling.

as a general rule, if you want decent performace, and near silence, you should be browsing zalman's catalogue.

it would help if you also gave us some idea of what your budget is like. if you can swing the price tag, the zalman TNN case would be an ideal solution for you. :)
 
I wonder, if you chucked some ice cubes on that Zalman case...would that be extreme cooling?
 
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