XFX 8600GT - the fan is TOO LOUD

[slotguy]

do i *really* need it it sounds like one of those ocean cd's you play at bedtime

how much harm would it really do to disconnect that cumbersome burden


great card though, i can play it all..

 

[slotguy]

sorry for the double post, i thought it was stuck

anyway this is the card if ya care

 

[Archangel]

how much harm it would do? probably ruin your card. you could look into a aftermarket cooler tough. of ofcourse see if you can tape some foam to the inside of your case's sidepanel so absorb some of the noise. (make sure it doesnt touch any of the electronics tough )

 

[Intel_man]

You think the 8600 GT fan is loud.... you should see the stock 9600 GT fan at 100% speed.

 

[slotguy]

lame

 

[CPTMuller]

yeah, getting an aftermarket cooler would be my advice as well. Though I do know how annoying it is, it is in the best interest to not remove it for the obvious reasons (destroying your card, maybe more). I'll look around, there may be some coolers that are entirely passive.

{EDIT}
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835118029
ZALMAN VNF100 High Performance Fanless VGA Cooler - $35
Seems to fit your needs, though for a bit of a price. Passive cooling is difficult for something putting out high consistent temperatures.

 

[G25r8cer]

Haha You should have gotten the xxx zalman edition!! It stays cool and is quiet

 

[CPTMuller]

It seems to me that the basic exhaust fans are efficient but very loud, or at the least mine are.