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XPS 8930, i7-8700, 3rd party CPU cooler
After some research I was able to switch the Intel stock CPU cooler on my Dell 8930 with i7 8700 (non-k) processor.
To cooler I choose was the ARCTIC Freezer 11 LP (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0037AKXKM/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1). I didn't want to remove the mother board to switch the backplate, so I went with this cooler, which enable me to just plug four M3 default screws directly on the board. I bought them at brazilian ebay-similar (https://produto.mercadolivre.com.br/MLB-982228557-kit-parafusos-philips-m3-x300-unidades-pronta-entrega-_JM).
If fitted perfectly the available space, don't touching the RAM sticks, as you can see in the pictures.
Overall, I am very satisfied with the cooler. It came with pre applied thermal paste, runs quiet and the cpu temps rarely go over 50C.
savvy2
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June 4th, 2019 06:00
try not not lay blame lacking proof
the Intel (read their datasheet,ok) reduces clocks speed, inside (intel inside,dig) to slave it's own bacon.
from Pentium D to now. all do that , as does AMD.
if the PSU or mobo VRM overloads the PC CRASHES (BSODs or worse just shuts off per ATX PSU spec and the 1 second rule inside ALL PSU made)
so first proof fault the lay blame oK?
OR ask why it did first. and WIN !
CMOS logic draws more power that faster it goes, (pure physics that) so Intel's smart internal heat sensors
watch that all the time. (this is why bad CPU are rare, hint INTEL protected you from your self and all those bad act Overclocking guys. ( and paid extra insurance to intel to gain that toy game)!
Anonymous
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June 4th, 2019 06:00
Will do.
That is the last remaining paper towel left over from the 'leak test', which I am still doing in that photo; running the pumps with an external power supply, with no power to any PC components. Fortunately, no leaks anywhere.
mermuz
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June 15th, 2020 08:00
What did you changed the cooler?
Do you also noise problem like me in Dell XPS 8930?
Everytime if CPU runs at %100, CPU fan spins %100 capacity. Is it normal?
Anonymous
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June 15th, 2020 10:00
@mermuz What did you changed the cooler?
XPS 8930 Fan & PSU Upgrade
XPS 8930 Liquid Cooling I
XPS 8930 Liquid Cooling II
mermuz
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June 16th, 2020 03:00
Thank you. I understand that Dell XPS 8930 CPU fans are not enough to cool. I must change fan with liquid cooling but it is hard for me. I will continue to use like that.
Anonymous
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June 16th, 2020 17:00
@mermuz I understand that Dell XPS 8930 CPU fans are not enough to cool. I must change fan with liquid cooling but it is hard for me. I will continue to use like that.
There are things that can be done to your XPS 8930 to help it run more cool and quiet, without have to go to liquid cooling. What components do you currently have in your system (CPU, graphics card, RAM, PSU)? Maybe post a few photos of the inside of your computer and the community members may have some helpful suggestions.
mermuz
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June 17th, 2020 02:00
Thank you for interesting. My service tag is This website shows system configuration:
As summary:
processor: i7-8700
graphic card: GTX 1060
ram: 16GB DDR4 at 2666MHz
Anonymous
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June 17th, 2020 08:00
@mermuz You should delete your service tag and that link from your post. The summary information is sufficient.
mermuz
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June 17th, 2020 12:00
There is no option to edit ot delete. Why should I delete?
Anonymous
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June 17th, 2020 14:00
@mermuz There is no option to edit ot delete.
I've asked the moderator to delete. Service Tag is Top Secret
Have you upgraded or added any fans to help with your noise/heat problems?
Check to see if you have a 120mm top exhaust fan or a 92mm top exhaust fan. This can make a big difference in cooling and noise.
mermuz
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June 17th, 2020 23:00
Dell official warranty service is changed both fan with new fans but they are also same size. I do not the exact size but they are original.
mermuz
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June 24th, 2020 23:00
Just now, Dell service is changed my pc motherboard with new one but the problem still exist. I recorded a video about problem: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1xQlxUVDygE3pVw4TM0rYfmVRZxyKuTd-/view
So is it a problem? Dell service personal said that "it may not be a problem, maybe this model runs like that". Is it correct? Is there a problem in my PC? You can watch video. After 40 seconds when I run CPU stress test with Intel official Extreme Tuning Utility, CPU state goes to Power Limit Throttling. So I only use my CPU only 40 seconds in maximum performance.
In addition to it, every program which use CPU more than %50, cpu fan runs like helicopter.
Anonymous
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June 25th, 2020 07:00
@mermuz So is it a problem?
It looks like a problem to me. I would not want my components running that hot. Only you can decide how much effort you want to put into fixing the problem.
mermuz
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June 27th, 2020 17:00
Can my problem be software issue? I run CPU Stress Test in Dell Diagnostic.
You recognized that CPU temperature changed from 45 to 64 degree after I run CPU stress test 3 times. CPU Fan didn't run very fast. I think that it is normal.
But you notice that this CPU temperature is different in OS. You can watch the video in my previous post. It is captured in Intel Extreme Tuning in Windows 10. CPU temperature changed from 47 to 95 degree. Can my problem be software issue?
Anonymous
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June 27th, 2020 19:00
@mermuz Can my problem be software issue?
I think the Dell "stress test" does not work the CPU as hard as the XTU stress test. If you feel your computer is running hot and loud, there are some things you can do to improve the performance.
Post some photos of the inside of your computer so we can confirm your situation. You can change your top exhaust fan to a better quality, more quiet 120mm fan. You can add a 120mm quiet lower front intake fan. I suspect you have the 'lesser' CPU cooler (photos will confirm), so you could upgrade to the blower style CPU cooler pictured below. All of these modifications are very simple, beginner level tasks, and you have resources in this community and elsewhere online to get yourself comfortable before you do anything to your computer.
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