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John B.

John B.

Joined on 02/03/06

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Most Favorable Review

Excellent Cooling and Less Noise

Noctua NH-U12P SE2 120mm SSO CPU Cooler
Noctua NH-U12P SE2 120mm SSO CPU Cooler

Pros: I purchased two of these kits for my home office computers - one is an Intel Core i7 system and one is an AMD APU system. Both installations were very easy. With the SecuFirm2 Multi-Socket Mounting System the CPU heatsink is held firmly in place. The NF-P12 fans operate at a maximum of 1,300 rpm. Cooling is still good while the lower rpm help reduce noise. This tower style heatsink will fit in tower cases that are a minimum of 8 inches wide measured across the top of a tower case.

Cons: 1. Cost. 2. The two NF-P12 fans come with 3-pin connectors instead of 4-pin connectors. There is no pwm feature. If you need or want the pwm feature you'll have to purchase the NF-P12 PWM fan. 3. The CPU heatsink can be installed on an Intel motherboard so that hot air is exhausted out the rear panel of a case or it can be turned 90 degrees so hot air is exhausted out the top panel of a pc case. On AMD motherboards the heatsink can only be mounted so that hot air is exhausted out the top panel of a pc case. If you want to install it so that hot air is exhausted out the rear panel of a pc case you have to purchase a separate Noctua mounting kit.

Overall Review: The Noctua NH-U12P SE2 is an older model. It is an excellent cpu cooler that is reasonably quiet and suitable for typical every day use, home office use, and casual gaming. Newegg also sells the Noctua NH-U12S which is a newer model that is more appropriate for gamers and enthusiasts. The NH-U12S comes with 120mm fans that have the pwm feature and operate at a maximum of 1,500 rpm. For hardcore gaming and extreme overclocking Newegg offers Noctua models with 140mm fans operating at 1,500 rpm.

Most Critical Review

Vendor Sent Wrong Dust Filter

140mm Dust Proof Dust Filter for Computer Fan Black
140mm Dust Proof Dust Filter for Computer Fan Black

Pros: None

Cons: This is what I ordered: 140mm Dust Proof Dust Filter for Computer Fan Black Item Number:1B4-0106-006A3 The image on the Newegg web page depicts a fairly simple all black dust filter consisting of three parts. There is a black air filter sandwiched between two black plastic frames. The vendor sent me the wrong dust filter. It was supposed to be an all black dust filter with three parts. Instead I received a black and orange dust filter with only two parts.

Overall Review: I cannot recommend this product because what I received did not match what I ordered. I cannot use it for what I had planned. It is a good thing I only ordered one to see what the dust filter was like before ordering a large quantity..

Nice Inexpensive Upgrade

Tek Republic TUC-300  USB 3.0 Supports SD, SDHC, SDXC, Micro SD (t-Flash), MS, MS Pro, MS Duo, MS Pro Duo, and MSXC. 12-in-1 Card Reader
Tek Republic TUC-300 USB 3.0 Supports SD, SDHC, SDXC, Micro SD (t-Flash), MS, MS Pro, MS Duo, MS Pro Duo, and MSXC. 12-in-1 Card Reader

Pros: I purchased this external USB 3.0 card reader to replace an older USB 2.0 internal card reader. Windows 7 64 Pro recognized it immediately and automatically loaded drivers. I inserted a card from one of my cameras and the card reader worked as expected. This is the first time in a very long time that I didn't have to load drivers from a CD-ROM disc or go to a web site to find drivers.

Cons: None

Excellent Cooling and Reduced Noise

Noctua NF-A14 FLX, Premium Quiet Fan, 3-Pin (140mm, Brown)
Noctua NF-A14 FLX, Premium Quiet Fan, 3-Pin (140mm, Brown)

Pros: Easy installation and reduced noise. I purchased six of these fans to match the two Noctua NH-U12P SE2 CPU heatsinks I also purchased from newegg. The combination of the fans balances airflow and cooling quite nicely. The lower rpm of the fans helps to reduce noise to an acceptable level while still providing excellent cooling.

Cons: Cost

Overall Review: These 140mm, 1,200 rpm fans are more than adequate for typical everyday use, home office use, and casual gaming. For hardcore gaming and overclocking Newegg offers Noctua 140mm fans that operate at 1,500 rpm. These fans are not silent or inaudible. There is still some noise but they are definitely quieter than other fans I have tried. There is no high pitched sound. It is more like white background noise.

Very Good Case at a Great Price

LIAN LI PC-7HX Black Aluminum ATX Mid Tower Computer Case
LIAN LI PC-7HX Black Aluminum ATX Mid Tower Computer Case

Pros: Purchased 3 of these cases when they were on sale for a very good price. The cases were for customer builds. All three customers were very satisfied with their cases.

Cons: I read the user comments and noticed negative comments about the side panels. Yes they do flex more than older Lian Li cases but none of my customers will be taking their pc's to LAN parties or otherwise moving them so it should not be a problem. I also read the negative comments about problems with cable management. I didn't have any problems routing and securing cables with one exception. The opening at the top right side of the case for an 8 pin power cable is too small once the motherboard is installed. I found it is easier to get the 8 pin power cable through the opening before installing the motherboard. There was no problem routing that cable or any other cable behind the motherboard tray. There were no extra fan grills for the top panel. I purchased several black ones for less than one dollar each. For one of the builds I installed a custom fan billet on the top panel so it didn't matter.

Overall Review: Overall this is a very good case which can accomodate longer video cards and tall tower style cpu coolers.

Perfect Fit

ORICO AC525-2S-BK Aluminum 5.25 to 2.5 x 2 Hard Drive SSD Drive Bay Converter Adapter 5.25 to 2.5 SSD Mounting Adapter
ORICO AC525-2S-BK Aluminum 5.25 to 2.5 x 2 Hard Drive SSD Drive Bay Converter Adapter 5.25 to 2.5 SSD Mounting Adapter

Pros: Purchased several for customer builds. Black color matches black interior of pc cases. Came with a variety of screws for different mounting options. Very easy installation. No problem with right angle SATA connectors.

Cons: None

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Excellent Vendor

Noctua has a stellar reputation for offering consumers extremely high quality products. I have used Noctua fans and heatsinks for quite a few years. I have never experienced any problems of any kind. Highly recommended!

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Nice Moherboard Tray for a case mod

Fast, easy transaction; prompt shipping; and a fair price.

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Another greatr Noctua product

It was another fast, easy transaction and prompt shipping for a great product. Over the years I have purchasde quite a few Noctua cpu heatsinks and fans. They are simply excellent products. No muss! No fuss! No bother!

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