Thermalright SI-97 GPU Cooler Mod Guide Posted!

Dashken · 13th Aug 2005, 10:16 PM

The stock coolers on most graphics cards barely do the job. If you are into overclocking, you would most certainly opt for a third-party cooler from the likes of Zalman or Arctic Cooling.

But for a select group of extreme overclockers who enjoy voltage-modding their cards for the extra edge, even third-party coolers just won't hack it.

Today, Max_87 shows us just how easy it is to mod a Thermalright SI-97 CPU cooler into an awesome GPU cooler capable of handling even voltage-modded cards!

Link : Thermalright SI-97 GPU Cooler Mod Guide!

Papercut · 13th Aug 2005, 11:46 PM

Just a comment...I think the results chart needs a bit more explanation. I presume those figures are the delta T between GPU temp reading and ambient temp reading, but it took me a few seconds to figure that out...

werty316 · 14th Aug 2005, 12:20 AM

Wow now that is freakin sweet. Thats hardcore so sure. I like it

Max_87 · 14th Aug 2005, 12:21 AM

Yup, those are delta T between the GPU temperature and ambient temperature

Adrian Wong · 14th Aug 2005, 12:29 AM

Sorry about that. I failed to notice that Max_87 sent me the Excel file!

Going to correct that with a new chart soon.

Adrian Wong · 14th Aug 2005, 12:53 AM

Okay, done! Check out the new charts.

Johnie · 14th Aug 2005, 01:57 AM

Congrats Max_87...congrats TeamARP!

GREAT ARTICLE! I wish I had one such moded cooler...

Btw...Max_87?...do you think it would be able to install it also on R300 core (R9700pro)?

Have a nice weekend everyone....

SAMSAMHA · 14th Aug 2005, 02:06 AM

hahahha, these hsf are offering people to do mod and stuff and you guys even do mod on mods, you are crazy

.

Max_87 · 14th Aug 2005, 02:08 AM

Thanks Johnie

before I can answer you question, I need you to check something on your card and mainboard.

First, I need you to measure the lenght where I labelled with an arrow in the picture.
Second, you need to check whether or not there is any capacitor which is taller than the PCI slot around the 1st to 3rd PCI slots (from AGP slot).

Max_87 · 14th Aug 2005, 02:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SAMSAMHA

hahahha, these hsf are offering people to do mod and stuff and you guys even do mod on mods, you are crazy

.

ROTFL! Can't live without modding anything

13th Aug 2005, 10:16 PM	#1 (permalink)
Dashken Administrator! Join Date: 21 Apr 2003 Location: Penang Posts: 30,277 Reputation: 2417 Rep Power: 61	Thermalright SI-97 GPU Cooler Mod Guide Posted! The stock coolers on most graphics cards barely do the job. If you are into overclocking, you would most certainly opt for a third-party cooler from the likes of Zalman or Arctic Cooling. But for a select group of extreme overclockers who enjoy voltage-modding their cards for the extra edge, even third-party coolers just won't hack it. Today, Max_87 shows us just how easy it is to mod a Thermalright SI-97 CPU cooler into an awesome GPU cooler capable of handling even voltage-modded cards! Link : Thermalright SI-97 GPU Cooler Mod Guide! __________________ \| Intel C2Q Q9450 \| MSI P45 Neo3-FR \| 2 x 2GB OCZ / 2 x 1GB G.SKILL DDR2 800 \| 1 x Seagate 250GB HDD \| 2 x Seagate 750GB HDD \| 3 x Seagate 1TB HDD \| NVIDIA GeForce 9500GT \| Cooler Master CM690 chassis \| Cooler Master eXtreme Power Plus 550W PSU \| Dell E248WFP 24" Widescreen \| Windows 7 Ultimate x64 \| Blog : Dashken's I-Blog Gallery : Dashken's I-Paintings

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Papercut Hold me back! I can't stop posting!!! Join Date: 14 Jul 2004 Location: Singapore! Posts: 5,123 Reputation: 2630 Rep Power: 37	Just a comment...I think the results chart needs a bit more explanation. I presume those figures are the delta T between GPU temp reading and ambient temp reading, but it took me a few seconds to figure that out... __________________ "Use in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight. Keep out of reach of n00bs. Overclock within 24 hours of opening. Do not read instructions before proceeding, do not use only as directed. May cause frustration, late nights and empty wallets. If symptoms persist please consult your hardware professional." Last edited by Papercut : 14th Aug 2005 at 12:39 AM.

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14th Aug 2005, 12:21 AM	#4 (permalink)
Max_87 h@x! Join Date: 11 Aug 2003 Location: the land of bandwidth cap Posts: 11,446 Reputation: 2090 Rep Power: 38	Yup, those are delta T between the GPU temperature and ambient temperature __________________ Max_87 Tech ARP http://www.techarp.com Dell Studio 15 / P7350 / 3GB DDR2 / Radeon HD 3450 / 250GB 7200RPM / 15" @ 1920x1200 E8600 @ 4.4GHz 1.36v / Asus P5E3 Deluxe / 2x2GB DDR3 / Radeon X1800 / Barracuda 7200.9 120GB / 7200.10 320GB x2 / Caviar SE16 WD5000AAKS / WD6400AAKS x2 / Dell 2007FP x2 / Silverstone ST56F

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14th Aug 2005, 01:57 AM	#7 (permalink)
Johnie I'm a regular Join Date: 11 Jul 2005 Posts: 300 Reputation: 179 Rep Power: 6	Congrats Max_87...congrats TeamARP! GREAT ARTICLE! I wish I had one such moded cooler... Btw...Max_87?...do you think it would be able to install it also on R300 core (R9700pro)? Have a nice weekend everyone....

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SAMSAMHA Super Active Join Date: 13 Oct 2004 Posts: 2,356 Reputation: 197 Rep Power: 9	hahahha, these hsf are offering people to do mod and stuff and you guys even do mod on mods, you are crazy.

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