ok so i was recently given a free supermicro X8DTH-6F motherboard. the only issue is it uses a xeon backplate ot standard retail coolers like a 212 evo wont fit any ideas what cooler i need dont really wanna pay 120$ for a cooler pic of the backplate below in case it helps i plan to put this mobo in a desktop full tower chasis if it matters so the cooler should fit a desktop case
need help picking pit a cpu cooler for my server
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I wouldn't use a 1366 system in 2022...
for your problems with the heatsink(s) check this thread: https://forums.servethehome.com/ind...rmarket-heatsink-selection-installation.5003/
for your problems with the heatsink(s) check this thread: https://forums.servethehome.com/ind...rmarket-heatsink-selection-installation.5003/
It is only cheaper if used sporadically. If that system is going to be powered on 24/7/365, the energy consumption will immediately eliminate any savings.