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Product:
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Nexus AXP-3200 SkiveTek CPU Cooler |
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Price:
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$39 (CAN) / $32 (U.S)
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Supplied By:
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Nexus Canada
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Author:
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Hi-TEK
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Date:
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August 14th, 2005
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MODTHEBOX would like to thank Chris from Nexus Canada
for sending the AXP-3200 SkiveTek CPU Cooler for review.
Introduction:
The CPU or central processing unit is known as the heart and soul of most computer systems. Technology
dictates that as consumers we witness advancement in terms of design and power every two years. Intel
and AMD are both the current forerunners in the processor market with each company releasing new
products every year. In order to keep, these processors’ running at their optimum levels requires a
combination of good thermal paste and a reliable heatsink cooler. Nexus Technology has built a fine
reputation for itself by offering silent PC products of high quality and performance. The company was
established in 2000 in the Netherlands by a group of experts on heat conductivity and noise reduction.
Their goal has been to build a strong and reliable trademark for silent computing. Today in the MTB Labs,
we will be evaluating the AXP-3200 SkiveTek, a CPU cooler solution designed for the AMD Socket A/462 and
Intel Socket 370 platform.
Specifications:
The Nexus AXP-3200 SkiveTek® is an aluminum & copper, SkiveTek® technology heatsink equipped with a fan
that operates at 2400 RPM and a noise production of only 19 dB(A). Here are some of the specifications
taken directly from the Nexus Canada website:
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Nexus AXP-3200 SkiveTek CPU Cooler - Key Specifications:
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| Nexus AXP-3200 SkiveTek CPU Cooler: Manufactured by Nexus Canada |
| Suitable for AMD Socket A/462 up to XP3200+, Intel Socket 370 up to P3 1.13GHz and up, MP2800+ |
| Weight: 334 grams |
| Material: Aluminum & Copper heatsink |
| Features SkiveTek® technology |
| Dimensions: 8.2 x 7.45 cm |
| Height including fan: 7.2 cm |
| Weight including fan: 331 gram |
| Easy installation |
| Fan Dimensions: 70mm x 70mm x 25mm |
| Fan Rotation speed: 2400 RPM (+/-10%) |
| Noise Level: 19 dB(A) @ 21.1 CFM |
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The Nexus AXP-3200 SkiveTek CPU Cooler arrived sealed in hard plastic retail packaging. The front of the package highlights some
of the features of the AXP-3200 and on the back provides statistics and product specifications. The heatsink comes pre-assembled
and bundled with generic Silmore Grease thermal compound. . The AXP-3200 does not include a user’s guide or reference information
but installation should be self explanatory.
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Out of the packaging, the Nexus AXP-3200 SkiveTek CPU Cooler rivals the heavy construction of some
brand name coolers currently on the market. The AXP-3200 measures approximately 8.2 x 7.45 cm (D) x
7.2 cm (H) and weights 334 grams. The premise for this particular product is to strike a balance between
desktop cooling and silent performance. The AXP-3200 is compatible with AMD Socket A/462 up to XP3200+ and
Intel Socket 370, up to P3 1.13GHz.
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The Nexus AXP-3200 SkiveTek CPU Cooler features a 70mm branded Nexus SP702512 fan. The fan is rated for 12VCD and runs
at 2400 RPM, pushing 21.1 CFM @ 19.0 dBA. The Nexus SP702512 fan includes a 3-pin Molex header with 12V (red),
ground (black), and RPM sensing (yellow) wires which plug into any 3-pin header available on a motherboard.
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