Tuesday, May 13, 2008 10:00 PM PDT

Heat sink: Zalman CNPS9500
Though you can buy liquid cooling components that are completely silent, I avoided that route because of the maintenance required, not to mention the possibility of leaks. Instead, I opted for a quiet, variable-speed fan attached to a heat sink. Be sure to double-check the specific model for processor and case compatibility. The Zalman CNPS9500 CPU cooler fits with my components and case, and it runs quietly when turned down.
Heat sink price: $60
System subtotal: $1240
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