Heatsinks that will fit in Antec NSK-2400
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Heatsinks that will fit in Antec NSK-2400
Thought it could be useful to compile a list of heatsinks that will fit this sweet lil case.
Could you please post heatsinks that you have found compatible, and note wether the fit is ok with a fan mounted.
This latter point is important as more folk use passive cpu cooling now.
I am planning a build around this chassis and I am sure there are many others with this case in mind.
So a database of hsf's that fit ok could be a useful resource.
Oh, and if you can post pics of your installation that'd be even better
Posted as suitable:
Thermalright xp90.....needs AM2 rm.
Thermalright xp120 (unconfirmed)....needs AM2 rm.
Zalman 9500.....after some mods
Could you please post heatsinks that you have found compatible, and note wether the fit is ok with a fan mounted.
This latter point is important as more folk use passive cpu cooling now.
I am planning a build around this chassis and I am sure there are many others with this case in mind.
So a database of hsf's that fit ok could be a useful resource.
Oh, and if you can post pics of your installation that'd be even better
Posted as suitable:
Thermalright xp90.....needs AM2 rm.
Thermalright xp120 (unconfirmed)....needs AM2 rm.
Zalman 9500.....after some mods
Last edited by vaio on Sun Oct 29, 2006 4:57 am, edited 2 times in total.
The Zalman 9500 heatsink fits, if just barely. You have to bend the topmost fins to each side to shave a couple of millimeters from the net height of the heatsink.
It was a pain to get the fanmod done after bending the heatsink fins as there was not much tolerance left for the 92mm fan to fit nicely. However there is some heat transferred from the fins touching the top plate to the case that can be considered an extra bonus
It was a pain to get the fanmod done after bending the heatsink fins as there was not much tolerance left for the 92mm fan to fit nicely. However there is some heat transferred from the fins touching the top plate to the case that can be considered an extra bonus
The SilverStone NT01 v2.0 works good with this case. Check out this post. But it looks like you would need a motherboard that has a similar socket location.
Just wanted to chime back and confirm that the XP120 does fit in a NSK2400 w/ Asus M2N-PV AM2 motherboard. It does not interfere with any components and does not block any RAM slots.
Installation was a pain but its performance exceeeds the XP-90 and has the added benefit of providing additional cooling to the Northbridge heatsink. I measured a substantial reduction in northbridge temps when I upgraded from the XP-120 to XP-90 (via handheld infrared thermometer).
Installation was a pain but its performance exceeeds the XP-90 and has the added benefit of providing additional cooling to the Northbridge heatsink. I measured a substantial reduction in northbridge temps when I upgraded from the XP-120 to XP-90 (via handheld infrared thermometer).
When you squeeze the XP-120 and its fan in the NSK2400, what's the clearance between the fan and the top of the case? I think manufacturers usually recommend at least 25mm between the fan any possible obstruction (i.e. the top of the case).
I'm current considering using an XP-120 to passively cool an E6300 in a NSK2400.
I'm current considering using an XP-120 to passively cool an E6300 in a NSK2400.
Using XP-120 in Antec NSK-2400 or Antec Fusion case
I use the Antec Fusion (which is exactly the same base case as the NSK-2400 apart for the VFD and DVD drive door) and the XP-120: this combinaison works beautifully.
I replaced the Antec Tri-cool default fans with one single Scythe S-Flex SFF21D (800 RPM, 33.5 CFM) because I was concerned about the noise the Tri-cool would produce.
The motherboard is Asus M2NPV-VM. The XP-120 fits nicely: no obstruction of any kind, as vg30et previously mentioned. I outfitted the XP-120 with a Nexus 120mm fan and I'm left with an approximate 1 1/16" (or 2.7 cm) from the top of the case.
The CPU I used is the AMD 64 3200+ and I use the built-in GeForce 6150 graphic. With this setup, I ran CPUBurn and for over 45 min and the CPU never reached more than 49 C and the motherboard 39 C at an ambient of 24.2 C. All readings from SpeedFan, ambient from a standard digital thermometer.
On the noise side, it's perfect. I can't hear it from 4 feet. If I put my ear right next to the fans I can hear a bit of noise from the fans. I can however hear the hard drive during seeks (yeah, I chose an old 160 GB Western Digital I had lying around, so blame it on me!).
The worst noise offender is really the DVD drive when it's working. With these drives spinning at ridiculous speeds (like 8x or more) they sound like a vacuum machine! I'm sure I'll be able to find some software to control that speed down to 1x, (which I believe is really all that's needed to play a DVD) and probably bump the speed higher only when burning.
A couple of words of caution for those who are considering purchasing one of these cases:
Consider mounting your heatsink BEFORE setting the motherboard in (particularly if you're using a XP-120). Space is tight and trying to mount the XP-120 after the motherboard was in the case proved impossible to do.
If using the Scythe fan along with AMD Cool n Quiet function, I found out that the fan would not run at idle. I guess the temperature was not high enough for it to start. As soon as the CPU got working hard, the fan would start.
Still, I was worried so I connected the Scythe to the second chassis fan connector or M2NPV-VM, which was not controlled by Cool n Quiet. I don't mind the fan running continously since I can't hear it.
And for those considering the Antec Fusion and wanting to mount the IR receiver internally, well, good luck. The Antec site says it can be mounted, but there's really no space unless you modify the case.
I replaced the Antec Tri-cool default fans with one single Scythe S-Flex SFF21D (800 RPM, 33.5 CFM) because I was concerned about the noise the Tri-cool would produce.
The motherboard is Asus M2NPV-VM. The XP-120 fits nicely: no obstruction of any kind, as vg30et previously mentioned. I outfitted the XP-120 with a Nexus 120mm fan and I'm left with an approximate 1 1/16" (or 2.7 cm) from the top of the case.
The CPU I used is the AMD 64 3200+ and I use the built-in GeForce 6150 graphic. With this setup, I ran CPUBurn and for over 45 min and the CPU never reached more than 49 C and the motherboard 39 C at an ambient of 24.2 C. All readings from SpeedFan, ambient from a standard digital thermometer.
On the noise side, it's perfect. I can't hear it from 4 feet. If I put my ear right next to the fans I can hear a bit of noise from the fans. I can however hear the hard drive during seeks (yeah, I chose an old 160 GB Western Digital I had lying around, so blame it on me!).
The worst noise offender is really the DVD drive when it's working. With these drives spinning at ridiculous speeds (like 8x or more) they sound like a vacuum machine! I'm sure I'll be able to find some software to control that speed down to 1x, (which I believe is really all that's needed to play a DVD) and probably bump the speed higher only when burning.
A couple of words of caution for those who are considering purchasing one of these cases:
Consider mounting your heatsink BEFORE setting the motherboard in (particularly if you're using a XP-120). Space is tight and trying to mount the XP-120 after the motherboard was in the case proved impossible to do.
If using the Scythe fan along with AMD Cool n Quiet function, I found out that the fan would not run at idle. I guess the temperature was not high enough for it to start. As soon as the CPU got working hard, the fan would start.
Still, I was worried so I connected the Scythe to the second chassis fan connector or M2NPV-VM, which was not controlled by Cool n Quiet. I don't mind the fan running continously since I can't hear it.
And for those considering the Antec Fusion and wanting to mount the IR receiver internally, well, good luck. The Antec site says it can be mounted, but there's really no space unless you modify the case.
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Greetings,vaio wrote:That's good to know because I have a 120 laying around somewhere
When folk note compatible sinks I shall edit original post
Edit: Bigger issue for me will be getting a sink that will fit the Abit NF-M2 nview board.
May have to forego a couple of ram slots.
I was planning on using the same motherboard for my htpc. Did you have any luck with installation. Are you using passive or active cooling.
Thanks,
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What MB did you use?Bicster wrote: Silverstone NT01 v2.0 (may not work with all motherboards)
I'm in the same situation as many other in this topic. I'm building a HTPC in a NSK2400 with a Abit NF-M2 nview. unfortunatly you cant get the AM2-RM (rev B) in sweden and you need it to mount a XP-120 on a AM2 MB. So if I can use Silverstone NT01 v2.0 thats what I'm going to get.
I dont whant to have to go to the states in order to get a xp-120
It looks to me like it would work. The mounting holes seem a little further from the board edge than the Intel. They definitely cannot be any closer than they are on the Intel! The stock retention bracket must be removed for the NT01.domb wrote:I'm using an ASRock 939s56 but I cannot tell if the Silverstone NT-01 will fit. It seems quite close to the Intel board used above. Any body had any luck with a similar board?
It looks to me like the CPU socket is rotated 90 degrees from the Intel board Bicster is using? If you're looking to use that board in the NSK2400, I would think that the heatsink would face towards the back of the case instead of the side. Can anybody with more experience confirm this?domb wrote:ok great, thanks for the help, i just wasn't sure where the heatsink would sit within the bracket thats all! i'll order it and let you know how it goes!
he can't close the lid. see viewtopic.php?t=34127nick705 wrote:How did you get that passive XFX graphics card to fit? Did you cut a hole in the lid?
Oops, sorry, missed that one. It might even start a new trend... sort of like an exposed chrome air scoop sticking through a car bonnet/hood. Next, a square Ninja-sized hole...kentc wrote:
he can't close the lid. see viewtopic.php?t=34127
I'll stop rambling now, before the men in white coats take me away...
I've now got my NT-01 v2 in and it seems to work fine passively, with just one standard case fan from the Antec fusion on its lowest setting! Almost dead silent now! Just checking out temps with speedfan and whilst encoding a DVD the core is currently at 65'C and rising... I assume this is a little hot but i'll see how it goes. I'll get a pic on here when I get the chance.
EDIT
After reaching 120'C(!) I decided to stick in the Akasa amber fan I had lying around. This is blowing into the case and things only get as hot as 74'C. I'm not sure if this is too hot but I havn't had one crash since I started with this heatsink, even when it did reach 120'C so it seems this will be a stable setup...
ANOTHER EDIT...
The Akasa fan was far too noisy so ended up with the original set-up of the two Anted fans on their lowest setting which doesnt seem too loud. Either way it is far quieter than the AMD stock heatsink and it means I that everything stays cool.
EDIT
After reaching 120'C(!) I decided to stick in the Akasa amber fan I had lying around. This is blowing into the case and things only get as hot as 74'C. I'm not sure if this is too hot but I havn't had one crash since I started with this heatsink, even when it did reach 120'C so it seems this will be a stable setup...
ANOTHER EDIT...
The Akasa fan was far too noisy so ended up with the original set-up of the two Anted fans on their lowest setting which doesnt seem too loud. Either way it is far quieter than the AMD stock heatsink and it means I that everything stays cool.
Last edited by domb on Thu Nov 23, 2006 5:00 am, edited 2 times in total.
http://www.thermalright.com/a_page/main ... _si128.htm
It says it's roughly 92mm. A 120mm fan is usually 25mm wide. Do the math.
If a 9500, 85(L) X 112(W) X 125(H)mm, barely fits the SI-128 should be a no go. Without cutting out the top of course. Why no? It's 117mm and there would be no room for air curculation. Unless again there is a small mod or you decide to use it passive.
The XP-120 Should be NO problem.
http://www.thermalright.com/a_page/main ... _xp120.htm
Do math.
Keep in mind that with these coolers you can use push or pull...
If you undervolt and depending on the cpu u might be able to use them as passive.
I dont have the case but going by pics.
It says it's roughly 92mm. A 120mm fan is usually 25mm wide. Do the math.
If a 9500, 85(L) X 112(W) X 125(H)mm, barely fits the SI-128 should be a no go. Without cutting out the top of course. Why no? It's 117mm and there would be no room for air curculation. Unless again there is a small mod or you decide to use it passive.
The XP-120 Should be NO problem.
http://www.thermalright.com/a_page/main ... _xp120.htm
Do math.
Keep in mind that with these coolers you can use push or pull...
If you undervolt and depending on the cpu u might be able to use them as passive.
I dont have the case but going by pics.
http://www.sudhian.com/index.php?/artic ... w/assembly
Shot of an Si 120 with a fan.
The vfd on the fusion is cool but I don't think it's worth paying so much more over the 2400.
The woman doesn't like the case too much, she like small cute cases, but I'm really starting to like this case... shame no Thermy HR-o1... would look dumb sticking out the top
Shot of an Si 120 with a fan.
The vfd on the fusion is cool but I don't think it's worth paying so much more over the 2400.
The woman doesn't like the case too much, she like small cute cases, but I'm really starting to like this case... shame no Thermy HR-o1... would look dumb sticking out the top
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Re: Using XP-120 in Antec NSK-2400 or Antec Fusion case
So, 63+25+27=115mm is the space available for a heatsink & fan.piec2 wrote:The XP-120 fits nicely: no obstruction of any kind, as vg30et previously mentioned. I outfitted the XP-120 with a Nexus 120mm fan and I'm left with an approximate 1 1/16" (or 2.7 cm) from the top of the case.
This means that Silverstone Nitrogon NT-02 (114mm) & Xilence Xilent Blade (117mm, maybe with some top-trimming) will also fit.
I am curious of the way that the Zalman 9500 was fitted (125mm). The height difference is 10mm. That is a lot of copper to be bent or chopped.
Mellon, can you post some photos from this installation?
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yes no picture of trying to close the lid.
Spare Tire wrote:I don't think they'll get much room with a SI-120. It'll be sucking at the ceiling.
But with all that space under the SI-120 and the SI-128, has anyone tried to put a fan UNDER? A 120mm fan wouldn't fit i guess because of the bars holding the opposite side from the heatpipes.