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February 22nd, 2021 17:00
Area-51 R2, CPU AIO
What AIO could I switch to or upgrade to that is a 120mm that will fit my I7 5820K that is a LGA 2011-v3. My pump is running fine right now but I’m just curious because I’ve been searching around and haven’t found any straight answers. I’ve had this computer since late 2015 and it still games like a champ. Thank you in advance
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Posted February 22nd, 2021 21:00
If it's working, I would suggest not messing with it. Machine is still viable but considered old now-days.
The best cooler is the one you already have ... the Alienware OEM version of the Asetek-made Liquid-Cooler.
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Posted February 23rd, 2021 13:00
Original 51 R2 OEM cooler is approx 120x27mm wide-radiator, part# = K31VH & H4TYR
Newer R3-R7 cooler = NVDDX (27mil) & the wider ThreadRipper cooler (48mm) = TFGHM & HR6V4
You could try an aftermarket type like Corsair H60/H75 or H80i V2/GT (49mm)(above)
If two (25mm) radiator fans are used it's called push-pull … the ability to use two fans depends on if enough room is there for the inner fan relative to your DDR4 memory height & the socket location (ie an aftermarket board is shown above w/H80i V2/GT)
if necessary, transplant your cooler's socket retention ring (the one you have now) onto any model you try later that might need it
For optional mid-fan bracket, contact Dell/SpareParts for VNPD3 ($37/mailed) & provide your own 120x25mm or 38mm wide PWM fan + fan splitter cable, see A little cooler
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Posted February 22nd, 2021 21:00
Thank you. But if the pump does stop working or fails. What would be a replacement I could get that will work with my system? Just in case there are no OEM pumps online. I’ve seen some listed for sale but the prices are crazy. Thank you again