OK, I think I will do the E8400-retail. Are there any negative
comments about the hs/fan that comes with the E8400? New hs/fans
are possible for future needs as conditions warrant; and, would most
likely go to ThermalRight unless a better cooler
exists................ :)
The cases are all Lian-Li PC69's (that have been a good investment
from years past!).
The case fans are not an issue; can be updated as required.
Over the years, I have found that most default hs/fan combos from
intel work well at the box chip speeds........... I do not plan to
overclock. The 3.0GHz speed is just fine.
I'm experimenting with a Xigmatek thing at the moment, which does a
very good job, but for stock clock the retail one is absolutely fine.
Almost seems like a shame to leave an E8400 stock though, I've yet to
encounter one that wasn't stable at 3.6Ghz without even looking at the
voltage setting. :p
Not that I'm saying you have to or anything, it's totally cool to like
the peace of mind that comes from big safety margins.
-JB
