Nvidia 6600GT AGP. Zalman compatible?

DG · Post by DG » Sat Nov 20, 2004 2:16 pm

Anyone knows if the new 6600GT AGP version ( http://www.newegg.com/app/ViewProductDe ... 080&depa=1 ) is compatible with Zalman ZM80D ?

DG · Post by DG » Sun Nov 21, 2004 4:32 am

Anyone? This card is a great replacement for the 9800Pro...

mathias · Post by **mathias** » Sun Nov 21, 2004 9:51 am

DG wrote: This card is a great replacement for the 9800Pro...

You mean because it creates less heat and uses less power?

DG · Post by DG » Sun Nov 21, 2004 10:40 am

I don't know about the heat and power (i really don't know how it compares to 9800pro, from this point of view), but the performance is greater on the 6600GT, than on the 9800Pro. Look at all the reviews on the net!

It's 9800pro killer, at the same (even lower) price tag...

mathias · Post by **mathias** » Sun Nov 21, 2004 11:06 am

You're not actually talking about replacing a 9800 with a 6600?

DG · Post by DG » Sun Nov 21, 2004 11:13 am

I'm replacing my 9800Pro...It costs the same, better performance, and probably less heat created (judging by the size of the 6600gt heatsink)...

mathias · Post by **mathias** » Sun Nov 21, 2004 11:24 am

Why?

Because it's a superior product in the same niche? That doesn't seem to make a lot of sense, to replace a 9800 with a 6600 just because it's better to right now buy a 6600 instead of a 9800.

DG · Post by DG » Sun Nov 21, 2004 11:33 am

I'm selling my 9800pro with the same amount of money i'll buy the 6600gt. So, i'm just trading my 9800pro with 6600gt... Why not, if i don't pay any money and get better performance?

Zyzzyx · Post by **Zyzzyx** » Sun Nov 21, 2004 11:34 am

OK, save that discussion for elsewhere, how about back to the original question.

I too am looking at the 6600GT AGP and am wondering what, if any, aftermarket coolers will work on it. I would like to see an Arctic Cooler version, but that might be awhile. The Zalman might be a workable option, wondering if anyone has taken a close look yet.

mathias · Post by **mathias** » Sun Nov 21, 2004 12:20 pm

DG wrote:I'm selling my 9800pro with the same amount of money i'll buy the 6600gt. So, i'm just trading my 9800pro with 6600gt... Why not, if i don't pay any money and get better performance?

Oh. Getting a good price for it cause it's pre-modded?

Zyzzyx wrote:I too am looking at the 6600GT AGP and am wondering what, if any, aftermarket coolers will work on it. I would like to see an Arctic Cooler version, but that might be awhile. The Zalman might be a workable option, wondering if anyone has taken a close look yet.

There appear to be two potential problems. The GPU seems too far back. If that's the only problem, I think an aerocool heatpipe sink might fit, and if not you might be able to saw it down so it does. And the mounting holes might be rotated. If that's the problem, maybe a zalman might fit on rotated.

Zyzzyx · Post by **Zyzzyx** » Sun Nov 21, 2004 12:28 pm

mathias wrote:There appear to be two potential problems. The GPU seems too far back. If that's the only problem, I think an aerocool heatpipe sink might fit, and if not you might be able to saw it down so it does. And the mounting holes might be rotated. If that's the problem, maybe a zalman might fit on rotated.

Yeah, its the rotation and position that would be the problems. However, I've noticed that the stock cooler doesn't cool the memory, so that's not something to worry about as the AC coolers do for the 6800. Perhaps I'll just see how the stock fan behaves with an undervolt and watch the temps. Meanwhile waiting for AC to make a cooler for it.

DG · Post by DG » Sun Nov 21, 2004 12:33 pm

mathias wrote: Oh. Getting a good price for it cause it's pre-modded?

No, where i live, the prices for 9800pro cards are high, and the 6600GT are nowhere to be found. Not if you have a relative living in the US..

Ok, now we are really, REALLY off-topic...

luminous · Post by **luminous** » Sun Nov 21, 2004 3:17 pm

Have you considered the totally passive Gigabyte 6800. It does cost more than a 6600GT, and in many cases its performance is no better. But, you will not have to buy another aftermarket HSF, its totally passive, and has a warranty.

mathias · Post by **mathias** » Sun Nov 21, 2004 3:31 pm

Shouldn't a 6800 be faster than a 6600GT, at least once the 8&4 / 12&5 pipe issue is dealt with?

I bet that passive 6800 would also overclock pretty well with an undervolted 92mm nexus or something like that aimed at it.

DG · Post by DG » Sun Nov 21, 2004 3:42 pm

Well, the 6800 IS faster then the 6600GT (not much, though), but i don't have the money for it (or the passive Gigabyte, wich is ~300usd). And i allready have a Zalman zm80...

luminous · Post by **luminous** » Sun Nov 21, 2004 3:55 pm

Ahhh... now it starts to make more sense if you already have the Zalman kit

IF you can make it fit

spacey · Post by **spacey** » Tue Nov 23, 2004 7:51 am

yeah i'm wondering this too, i am comtemplating getting one. i'm hoping we have control over the speed of the stock cooler fan at least, so i can slow it down when i'm in windows and not playing games.

Dirge · Post by **Dirge** » Wed Nov 24, 2004 6:29 pm

The AGP version of the 6600 GT also has a heatsink over the bridge chip. I have no idea if this would interfere with mounting a Zalman cooler.

DG · Post by DG » Thu Nov 25, 2004 12:40 am

I received an answer from Zalman support. The answer is YES, it IS compatible:

"Content : Can you tell me if the new 6600GT (NOT 6800gt) AGP version (http://www.newegg.com/app/ViewProductDe ... 080&depa=1 ) is compatible with Zalman ZM80D ? "

"Hello,

Thanks for your kind enquiry. Yes, not problem. Just go ahead and enjoy. for the best result, please put ZM-OP1 (80mm optional fan) on the cooler.

Best regards,

Support/ Zalman"

mrk22 · Post by **mrk22** » Sun Nov 28, 2004 12:18 pm

Dirge wrote:The AGP version of the 6600 GT also has a heatsink over the bridge chip. I have no idea if this would interfere with mounting a Zalman cooler.

From the pictures, it looks like the heatsink on the bridge chip is not taller than any of the capicters on the board. If that's the case, the cooler should clear it without a problem.

spacey · Post by **spacey** » Wed Dec 15, 2004 8:48 am

is there anything smaller that will fit on this that is quiet? or a way to slow down the fan? i'm trying to get this card to quiet down in my shuttle.

so unfortunately i don't have the space of an extra slot to use.

see pictures here: http://www.macpham.com/gallery/techy/

rei · Post by **rei** » Thu Dec 16, 2004 5:33 pm

MSI AGP 6600GT!

http://www.msi.com.tw/program/newsrelea ... hp?UID=360

Edward Ng · Post by **Edward Ng** » Thu Dec 16, 2004 5:37 pm

Then we know what's perfect solution for anyone seeking a 6600GT and needs no more than one DVI output. This is useful no matter what.

Tyrdium · Post by **Tyrdium** » Thu Dec 16, 2004 6:13 pm

I dunno, that looks pretty similar to the stock 6600GT cooling...

Kevin Ar18 · Post by **Kevin Ar18** » Fri Dec 17, 2004 4:43 pm

Tyrdium wrote:I dunno, that looks pretty similar to the stock 6600GT cooling...

Does anyone have personal experience with the MSI card to know whether it is different (and quieter) than the stock heatsink/fan?

Edit (added):
BTW, here's some info I found on Google regarding MSI quiet fans. It seems to indicate that the idea is valid. In addition, after looking at the page that rei provided a link to, it does appear that the cooler is different (if that really is the 6600GT version).
http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&lr=& ... tnG=Search
All of the links are relevant. The very first link has some interesting background. Here's a highlighted version of a page similar to the one that rei mentioned:
http://64.233.167.104/search?q=cache:2H ... +msi&hl=en