Customer Reviews

Zalman CNPS7000B-Cu Copper CPU Cooler (Socket 478, 462, 939, 940)

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This is a great heat sink, super quiet. This is definately a recommended part for those looking to build a quiet PC. I personally prefer the AlCu over the full copper version. In all the reviews I've read, the AlCu version only runs a degree or two higher, yet weighs significantly less. This can definately be an issue during mounting, or if you move your computer frequently, as the extra weight may crack the motherboard (although it's unlikely if you take the proper precautions). Also, make sure there's plenty of space around the cpu slot, as it is rather large. Some reviews I've read actually suggest pushing capacitors out of the way to accomodate its "bulk". I didn't have to do that (seems dicey in any case), but it's something to keep in mind when putting your system together. All in all, a great product at a low price.

I have a P4 2.4 prescott cpu with the stock Intel fan, and it seriously used to wheeze like a cardiac wreck. It gave me headaches as a matter of fact. Well, this fan, combined with an ultra quiet case - (I highly recommend the Antec Sonata case), has solved all my headaches. The fan comes with an adjustable fan speed controller. When switched to silent mode, the fan is virtually quiet. The fan was somewhat of a headache to install because it is so big - I thought I was going to crush my CPU, but follow directions and it's a cinch. I highly recommend this fan. It was worth every penny. Silence is a bliss. No more fat heavy breathing computer for me! Get the antec sonata case with ti, and you'll hardly notice your computer is even on.

This is a great cooler for the money. The cooler is not silent, even though that is the target market. It is quite once you throttle down the RPMs. If you want a really quite cooler, you have to shell out money for a higher-end Thermaltake cooler.

With the supplied FanMate2, I can get the RPMs down to 1400. The CNPS7000B is better than the "A" version because it has FanMate2, instead of FanMate1. FanMate2 has a much longer cable, allowing you to have the cable outside of the case. With FanMate1, you need to open the case to adjust the fan speed.

This product is fantastic and worth every penny if you need to put your PC in a location where noise can be an issue.

I already owned the monster CNPS-7700-CU for my Abit IC7-G. Yes, it does fit that MB. I was very happy with the Zalman and in particular the Fanmate2 that came with it. The FM2 is mounted outside the case so I turn it down in the winter and back up to the middle in summer. I never need to run it full blast. I cut a blow hole in the side of the case and mounted a 120MM filter on the case itself with a custom tube that just clears the top of 7700 fins. Works GREAT!

Now, on this Zalman USA CNPS7000B-Cu CPU Fan. It will fit the AMD 462 ONLY if you have the mounting holes. I have an Abit KR7A raid (has the 4 holes) for this second computer and the stock HSF was a joke. Noisy and no cooling to boot. Did the same as in the above paragraph. Cut a hole in the side of the case (this time for an 80mm filter) and used a smaller tube that just clears the 7000B-CU. There is an exhaust fan right behind the CPU socket in the back of the case as well as the 120MM PSU fan so any heat from the 7000B-CU is expelled right away. Plus, with the blow hole idea, the Zalman gets cool air from outside, and the filter catches about 90% of the dust. I just vacuum the filter face once in a while. OEM HSF was about 35C at idle and 54C-60C with Prime95. Now, the 7000B-CU is about 28C idle and 47C Prime95. PLUS, much quieter. (note: the 92MM fan on the 7000B-CU is not as quiet as the 7700-CU) and to get the same air flow, the FM2 has to be turned up slightly higher.

One caution. Amazon.com finally has the title of the 2 items listed correctly. The CU is the all copper model of course and the AL\CU is the lighter copper\aluminum model. Make sure you order the right one. Hint: the more expensive item is the all copper model and the cheaper item is the aluminum and copper model. Don't go by the description(s) or the pictures. Both items have the wrong descriptions and both have the AL\CU for their pictures. Very confusing. When I origionally ordered the 7000 series cooler, I called first because the description showed the cheaper model to be the 'all copper model.' That's what the rep said as well, 'all copper.' I received the AL\CU instead and had to send it back and reorder the correct one.
No problem with the return and all is well now.
With the free shipping (as of this post) Amazon is the best price on this product from a reliable online seller.

A couple of thoughts, make sure your PSU is not too close to the edge of the MB. If it is, it may not fit. Plus, the all copper model is very heavy so get the AL\CU if you want to save on weight (about 2 degrees celcius difference I have read between the 2 models, CU is better)

Hope this helps. Stay COOL with Zalman! (no, I'm not an employee)

Check your motherboard at the manufacturer web site. I'm sure this product is wonderful, but all I can do now is return it or use it for a paperweight. Neither of my 2 motherboards have the "cooler mounting holes around the CPU socket". (These are needed because, depending on the version, its either very heavy, or very very heavy). This is noted in the fine print on the back of the packaging, but I have to fault Amazon for not noting it in the product description. Even at that, the Zalman web site covers not even half the motherboards out there, which in turn may or may not have the special holes in them. If you are replacing an existing noisy fan you will have to completely remove your motherboard to get to its back side and mount things.

I'm very disappointed with the Zalman CNPS7000B. It says no where on the product description that this cooler needs to have specific mounting holes or tabs on the mother board. It says it firs socket 462, but with out the above mentioned mounting holes you have a worthless paper weight, that while pretty is of no use.

About two months ago I purchased and installed this fan on one of my computers (with an ASUS A7V-133 motherboard) and it has worked great. Today I'll be ordering another cooler for a second PC that I have.

The three things to be aware of are: (a) the motherboard must have 4 heatsink cooler holes for mounting the cooler, (b) this all copper cooler is heavy, and (c) you need adequate clearance. Checkout the Zalman website for additional details on these topics.

Used this in an HTPC build (years ago). It was very quiet and kept the CPU nice and cool, and beat everything else in it's price range. Zalman rocks!

I just installed this cooler yesterday into my Antec Aria case. The Aria is a very small case and this heatsink fits in snugly. My case sits next to my monitor and i can honestly say that the fan runs as advertised. At the lowest fan speed (with the included fan speed controller) i cannot hear it. The Antec Cyclone blower in the back of my case seems to make the most noise now. The CPU temperature seems to have gone down too. With the old heatsink the temperature was around 42c but now its around 35c. Removal of my old heatsink and installation of the new Zalman into my Asrock K8NF4G-SATA2 motherboard required me to remove the motherboard from the case and remove some bits from the motherboard. Its not for inexperienced computer users so you might want your local shop to fit it. I created a page incase you have an Asrock K8NF4G-SATA2 motherboard and want to safely install this cooler on your own. Checkout: members.dodo.com.au/~robbiehook