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Unread 10-28-2002, 06:12 AM   #8
peregrine
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Originally posted by koslov
Try modding a CPU heatsink... something with low-density fins/pins so that passive airflow won't meet a low of resistance. Here are some that would work well: http://www.alphanovatech.com/cat_pe.html . "Suitable for Low Profile Passive Cooling"
Believe me, i've tried that with a FOP heatsink on a GF3 ti200 and it doesn't work too well, at least passively. You still need some form of ducting onto that as the thing puts out quite alot of heat (i think around 30W - correct me if i'm wrong)
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