Some more tips from a recent install of a Noctua NH-P1:
* If AMD, make sure you have the
backplate or contact Noctua support for
assistance
* The backplate will slide under the
space between the case and motherboard,
with just a slight bit of anguished
bending
* Had to move the top-mounted power
supply (PSU) out of the way completely.
* 2mm is about the size of a crayon tip,
when applying the thermal paste
* Had to move a (Scythe) fan out too, but
the provided clips let me put it on top
The stock CPU cooler on the old AM3 was a source of coil whine, but not anymore :)
A Thinkpad T30 idling nearby also helps mask further sounds.
Some more tips from a recent install of a Noctua NH-P1:
The stock CPU cooler on the old AM3 was a source of coil whine, but not anymore :)A Thinkpad T30 idling nearby also helps mask further sounds.