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The northbridge chip, also known as the memory controller hub. is responsible for keeping the CPU, RAM, graphics processors and other motherboard components talking to each other and doing their job. On gaming systems and other computers that require lots of high powered processing, these chips generate heat on a level of that produced by the CPU itself. In an over-clocked system, stability is absolutely vital and every option must be considered to maintain maximum performance.
Like a CPU cooler, the Xigmatek Porter N881 is designed to remove potentially damaging heat away from the chip. Xigmatek technology includes the single, large, pure copper aluminum heatpipe which employs HDT, or heatpipe direct touch, to dispense with the heatspreader and thermal plate by putting the heatpipe directly in contact with the chip for optimal thermal transference. The heat is whisked to the aluminum cooling fins, which are offset from the base to provide clearance for other components and coolers.
The user's choice of an 80mm fan can be installed at their option for additional cooling or to improve airflow. The Porter N881 utilizes the same vibration reduction technology and easy installation people have come to expect from Xigmatek.
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Works well
- Pros: It does what it's supposed to do.
- Cons: It's kind of big and can interfere with certain cpu coolers.
- Other Thoughts: To the guy who said that it was a con that the heatsink wouldn't fit on his GIGABYTE GA-EP45C-DS3R board....That board is a P45 board, and that chipset is *not* listed as one of the supported chipsets under the product specs. I hardly think that it's fair to rate something poorly because it won't fit onto something it wasn't made to fit on, and doesn't claim to fit on...
Super Cool Cooler
- Pros: Looks like a "mini Me" version of My S-1283; The HDT technology puts the heatpipe in direct contact with the NB IC; (really needed for the blazing hot Nvid1@ MoBos)
I combined mine with a variable speed 80mm fan, but, for "normal" NB temperature output, I don't think you'd even need that!
- Cons: None, no gripes whatsoever!
People say it's fiddly to install?! Be smart, use the extra insulating washers and nuts (Xigmatek are thoughtful enough to provide plenty of mounting hardware) and secure the passthrough bolts to your board! -there's your "third set of hands! After that, installation is a mere few turns of the provided allen key
- Other Thoughts: I'd definitely buy another (or any other Xigmatek product)!
Great quality, great cooling, even better Customer service- I'm so impressed I'm about to buy a Battle Axe VGA cooler too.
I guess I need a Xigmatek sticker on my case! LOL
| Model | PTR-N881 |
| Type | Heatsinks only |
| Compatibility | South and North Bridge chips |
| Heatsink Material | Aluminum |
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XIGMATEK northbridge cooler
- Pros: Very nice cooler, very well made , u can actually see that it is an quality product.The box contains all the accesories u need for the instalation.
- Cons: Well , it is not cheap, 25$ plus 5 $shipping (BTW NEWEGG now i understand what 3 days shipping is :when u place the order tuesday then u are not going to have it friday, u have to place the order monday to have it friday.....ok)is 30 $ , only 3 $ cheaper than the local retail strore
- Other Thoughts: Actually i would suggest XIGMATEK TO INCLUDE A PLATE for the back of the motherboard for safer instalation, because your motherboard is going to bend when u are tighten even just a litle bit to much those screws .....
Decent Heatsink
- Pros: Bigger than stock, can mount a fan.
- Cons: Bit beefy, almost couldnt get one of my RAM sticks reinstalled because it was in the way. With an 80x80x15mm fan mounted I can JUST get enough clearance for it to fit on my board (by just I mean there is literally just enough space for a piece of paper to fit between it and my Tuniq). Directions are not clear at all but upon reading them more thoroughly they made sense... mostly, didn't even have to use the springs.
- Other Thoughts: Good heatsink, keeps my NB nice and cool, just wish it was easier to install.
Better than most
- Pros: Dropped my chipset temps from 48C with original heatsink to 38C. Very large heat dissipation area for a chipset heatsink. Also it doesn't come with a fan so you can choose your own.
- Cons: Mounting. If you are not a person who likes to make things work when they don't fit right, don't get this heatsink.
- Other Thoughts: I installed this heatsink on a DFI 790FXB-M2RSH board. I knew that it wasn't on the supported board list but I took my chances. With a little bit of creative thinking I was able to use the included mounting hardware to install this heatsink. I was able to install on it an 80mm x 25mm fan in-between this heatsink and my Zalman 9700LED CPU cooler. Be advised that the fins on this heatsink block the first PCI-X slot on my motherboard and I had to move my video cart do the second slot. Not a big deal.
| Model |
| Brand |
XIGMATEK |
| Model |
PTR-N881 |
| Spec |
| Type |
Heatsinks only |
| Compatibility |
Intel Pentium-4 LGA775 platform
nVidia: SiS: SiS 656
ATI: Radeon Express 200
Intel: P35,G33,P33,975X,Q965,P965,G965, 955X, 945G, 945P, 945PL, 925X, 925XE, 915G, 915P, 865PE, 848P
nForce4 SLI Intel Edition,790X,780G,770,650i
SiS 661FX/964
VIA: P4M800, PT880 Ultra
Intel Pentium-4 Socket 478 platform
Intel: 865, 865G, 845, 845PE, 875** |
| Heatsink Material |
Aluminum alloy |
| Physical Spec |
| Heatsink Dimensions |
Dimensions: 127.8(W) x 80(H) x 48.9(D)mm
Weight: 150g |
| Features |
| Features |
H.D.T. (Heat-pipe direct touch) technology.
Special fin shape design
High performance heat-pipe.
Light weight. |
Introduction
The northbridge chip, also known as the memory controller hub. is responsible for keeping the CPU, RAM, graphics processors and other motherboard components talking to each other and doing their job. On gaming systems and other computers that require lots of high powered processing, these chips generate heat on a level of that produced by the CPU itself. In an over-clocked system, stability is absolutely vital and every option must be considered to maintain maximum performance.
Like a CPU cooler, the Xigmatek Porter N881 is designed to remove potentially damaging heat away from the chip. Xigmatek technology includes the single, large, pure copper aluminum heatpipe which employs HDT, or heatpipe direct touch, to dispense with the heatspreader and thermal plate by putting the heatpipe directly in contact with the chip for optimal thermal transference. The heat is whisked to the aluminum cooling fins, which are offset from the base to provide clearance for other components and coolers.
The user's choice of an 80mm fan can be installed at their option for additional cooling or to improve airflow. The Porter N881 utilizes the same vibration reduction technology and easy installation people have come to expect from Xigmatek.
Highlights
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Superior Heat Dissipation
The XIGMATEK PTR-N881 features H.D.T. (Heatpipe Direct Touch) technology for efficient heat conduction, plus high-density aluminum fins for maximum heat dissipation. The unit also provides an option to add an additional 80mm fan for the best possible cooling performance!
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Easy Installation
With a multi-application design, the XIGMATEK PTR-N881 provides user-friendliness and convenience for quick installation.
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Quick Specs
| Brand | XIGMATEK |
| Compatibility | South and North Bridge chips |
| Heatsink Material | Aluminum |
| Type | Heatsinks only |
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Reviewed By: Blah on 2/10/2009
Tech Level: somewhat high - Ownership: 1 week to 1 month
