Solved CPU fan replacement - Gateway FX6860

[Devadip]

Hi everyone!

I would like to replace my stock CPU fan for a new one and I want to make sure that the product I buy will make a real difference in terms of cooling.

My stock CPU cooler keeps my core temp at an average of 57°C when I play Minecraft at max settings (with ultra shaders). The max individual core temp I got (while playing max shaders Minecraft) is 63°C.

According to Intel, my i7-2600 cpu can go up to 72.6°C. Is it worth replacing my original cpu fan?

I'm interested in buying a Cooler Master Hyper T2 since it's not that expensive and it's apparently pretty good.

Thanks for you time and have a good day!


-Devadip

 

[ThrashZone]

Hi,
This one is better and not a lot more expensive for what it does and that is keep thing
COOLER MASTER Hyper 212 EVO RR-212E-20PK-R2 Continuous Direct Contact 120mm Sleeve CPU Cooler Compatible with latest Intel 2011/1366/1155 and AMD FM1/FM2/AM3+ - Newegg.com

But yes well worth an upgrade considering the damage high temps will occur in damages
57c sucks by the way I see 38c base.

 

[Devadip]

The price is pretty good indeed, but I'm affraid I can't install the backplate. It seems like I can't access the back of my cpu :/

Also, I do have an average of 35-36°C when idle (with only Chrome and Core Temp opened). I only get the 57°C when I play Minecraft with maxed out shaders.

 

[ThrashZone]

Hi,
Okay yep you do need to remove the mother board to install the mounting bracket of either I would imagine so there's no difference there
The sock mounting bracket is only for the stock cooler.

 

[Devadip]

I think the Hyper T2 dosen't need a backplate according to this photo. It seems like you can install it from the front without having to remove the mobo.

Source: Cooler Master: Hyper T2

 

[ThrashZone]

Yep I can't imagine the heavy cooler saying on it is basically the same size as the 212 :/

 

[Devadip]

Well, I'll give it a try. It can't be worse than my stock cooler. Thanks for the advice!

 

[ThrashZone]

You might just replace the fan and thermal paste first and see if the temps change any ?

 

[Devadip]

Well, I plan on building a new system in 1-2 years so I can use the Hyper T2 for a later build + it's easy to clean since it's a mounted fan. Overall, it would be better of replacing my old cpu coller in that case.

 

[ThrashZone]

How many other fans does this case have anyway ?

 

[Devadip]

It has one other fan at the back of the case. It's a prebuilt system so the air flow is not optimal.

 

[ThrashZone]

Yep if you could add another fan as a intake it would be great,
I assume the rear fan is an exhaust like usual.
Have you noticed how many case fan ports it has on the mother board ?

 

[Devadip]

I only have 1 "system fan" connector I believe.

 

[ThrashZone]

Yep about like my Acer
I had to add a fan controller with a dial knob to adjust the rpm's to add more fans,
Works good now though
http://www.sevenforums.com/pc-custo...52-modifing-old-desktop-machine-new-case.html

 

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[Devadip]

I noticed that I have a screw mounted cpu fan. Is it possible to convert it to a push pin system by removing the threaded holes? Is it like a backplate?

I guess I will have to remove my motherboard since I don't have access to the back of it.

If I can remove the screw system, I will be able to install the new cooler because the sockets will be free... Can it be removed? Should I try it?

 

[Layback Bear]

Simple.

Just install you new cooler exactly as the provided instructions stipulate.

A cpu cooler is to important to be playing games with the method of installation.

 

[Devadip]

This is what I was planning to do but there is a screw system installed already. This is my actual mobo. As you can see, the socket holes are blocked by a screw holder backplate. I must remove it before I can install my push pin cooler.

My question is: Can I remove the old mounting system by accessing the back of the mobo and is it safe to do it?

 

[ignatzatsonic]

The max individual core temp I got (while playing max shaders Minecraft) is 63°C.

According to Intel, my i7-2600 cpu can go up to 72.6°C. Is it worth replacing my original cpu fan?

There's nothing in the world wrong with 63 degree temps. That PC should run indefinitely at that temp. If it were to fail, you'd never be able to say that 63 degree temps were responsible for the failure.

You may nonetheless want to replace it for some other reason, such as:

1: you can afford it.
2: you have an upgrade itch and can't stand doing nothing.
3: a little bird told you 57 is "better" than 63 or that 30 is "better" than 37.
4: you are noise-conscious and the stock cooler is noisier than you would like.

If any of those 4 reasons, or a variation of them, apply to you, then get on with the upgrade.

Your stated criteria is "is it worth it". People spend money on things for various personal reasons and you are the only one who can answer that. If you do upgrade, it will obviously be because it was worth it to you---otherwise you wouldn't have done it.

Your idea of what makes an upgrade "worth it" does not match anyone else's idea. You'll make the decision based on your own criteria.

If 57 is better than 63, then surely 48 is better than 57, so you will factor that in to your calculations as well--if you accept the premise.

 

[ThrashZone]

This is what I was planning to do but there is a screw system installed already. This is my actual mobo. As you can see, the socket holes are blocked by a screw holder backplate. I must remove it before I can install my push pin cooler.

My question is: Can I remove the old mounting system by accessing the back of the mobo and is it safe to do it?

The cooler mounting bracket looks fine and the stand offs look normal to me
Looks like you just need to get a screw on cpu cooler instead of the cheaper push through type

Acer does use 2 sided sticky tape on the bracket to hold it on so it is tricky to remove the original mounting bracket I know I had to do mine and the darn thing was tough to remove.

Push through attachment system suck anyway don't use that type of mounting system
Use the screw on it's already setup that way
The only question is the stand off height the same as a newer cpu cooler ?
I changed mine to be sure but it does look the same height.