Thermaltake TMG IA1 Heatpipe CPU Cooler LGA775 AM2 S939 S754 W/ 120MM Blue LED Fan 2100RPM 70.28CFM

Comment:
I purchased this air cooler to replace a Freezone Elite unit (by Coolit) whose pump had failed. I wanted something quieter than the fan that came with that unit, that wouldn't require mb removal (as I had to do that when taking out the Freezone and didn't want to do it again so soon), and that would perform well. The clear fan with the blue led was a plus, too. In short, the unit was relatively easy to install. The V-shape is easier to deal with than some of the humongous square towers in terms of getting your fingers onto the push pins. The finish on the block is very smooth and mirror-like. It seems secure and the performance is excellent, within a few degrees of the Freezone, on a Q6600 oc'd to 3.0 GHZ using Arctic paste. It is quieter than the aforementioned Freezone and looks pretty good (although I miss my coolant-filled hose contraption!) If you see the TMG 1A on sale, and you like the chrome with blue led look, don't hesitate.

Comment:
Excellent fan, I rate it a 5, it only has some case issues. Seems a bit heavy and has the tiniest of wobble, even being safely snug on the board. Two, it being mounted in the Thermaltake Armor II MX+ case, its within cm of touching the side fan. Three, cannot hook up numerous connections with it in first, even though instruction from the mobo and thermaltake manufacturers say put it on first. And last, you have to wear gloves with this fan. It will cut your hands up. The fins are razour sharp.