Cooling HSF

Well it's about that time. I've pretty much pushed my cpu as far as i can go on the stock HSF. I'm looking for some suggestions on some nice heatsinks and fans. Right now i'm looking @ the ZALMAN 7000-AlCu. Any thoughts on it or any other products? Thanks for your help guys. Ciao!
Also I'm concered about the HSF fitting because of how close the PSU is to the CPU. So something thats powerful but not so big would be nice. I'd say theres a bout 3/4' between the top of the black cage from the Intel stock HSF to the bottom of the PSU. The case is like a mid-sizes ATX not one of those huge alienware type cases. Thanx again. Ciao!

I believe that extra A in the 2nd Zalman version just means it is Athlon ready. I'm not certain, but I was in "The House of Help" forum and several people stated that this was the case. I have not actually seen one anywhere. Mr. REILLY875 will know for sure! As far as your temps, I would say you are certainly at the highest safe numbers. Remember that all software, and even BIOS readings are inaccurate as hell. The reason they are useful is that they can reflect trends, and once you get enough feedback @ your MOBO, you can guesstimate pretty accurately. Whenever I see temps which worry me, I use a third party sensor (a handheld, rheostat sensor wire etc.) to put my mind at ease. Although the best gouge is establishing whether your system is stable or not. Too-high temps will not allow stable computing. When you get your Zalman (or some other HSF), just make sure you follow proper procedure for applying Thermal Grease, (and use a good one, even the best do not cost too much) and also be careful to properly attach the HSF. Neither of these is difficult, so do not be intimidated. If you still have high temps afterward, then we can move to the next level of troubleshooting. Have fun, and take care!
                                 damon69

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