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GX520 Small Form Factor Questions
Just got some 520's in here. Hopefully they are more dependable than the 270's and 280's (as far as the caps and running so hot issues).
Can the small form factor case support a 17" CRT monitor on top of it?
Also the SATA cable seems to be right on top of the northbridge's heatsink. This seems to get pretty hot, will this eventualy melt the SATA cable?
Thanks
Can the small form factor case support a 17" CRT monitor on top of it?
Also the SATA cable seems to be right on top of the northbridge's heatsink. This seems to get pretty hot, will this eventualy melt the SATA cable?
Thanks
phimuskapsi
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Posted March 24th, 2006 20:00
I'll just tell you that the guy above me must have not used the new 520's.
The small form factor GX520 can definately support a 17" CRT as the entire case is made of metal and only has plastics on the side for looks. The airflow in these SFF's is fantastic and as far as I have tested these average about 10-20C below say a GX280 or GX270. The caps are made by a good manufacturer, and there is a gigantic fan in there. The SATA cable won't melt unless you put it under like an open flame. So don't worry about that. This should answer your questions let me know if you have anymore!
paul_dundee
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Posted March 24th, 2006 17:00
I wouldn't suggest putting the display on top. The chassis might support the weight but I don't think the plastics will be in good shape.