Upgrade to chromax heatsink cover and NF-A15 HS-PWM Chromax fans:



https://www.lelong.com.my/noctua-heatsink-c...7-01-Sale-I.htm

https://www.lelong.com.my/noctua-casing-fan...7-01-Sale-I.htm

or might as well consider upgrading to AIO cooler like the EVGA CLC280 or NZXT X62

This post has been edited by owikh84: Sep 13 2018, 10:32 AM

No ala-carte.
FYI, out of the box the NH-D15S comes with one single NF-A15 PWM fan.
The cheaper option is to buy a used unit.
Resell the original beige/brown fan as it is valuable for someone who needs it.

This post has been edited by owikh84: Sep 13 2018, 12:08 PM

I think not many people buying D15S or even D15 due to its bulky size (compatibility issue) and appearance.
That's why you hardly see any used unit for sale.

This post has been edited by owikh84: Sep 13 2018, 12:30 PM

Malaysia Day benching with ROG Maximus X Formula.
Finally I'm able to get my 4x8GB TridentZ RGB (B-die) passed HCl Memtest 300% (~ 4 hours) at DDR4-4400 CL19-19-19-39-2T at 1.50v after relaxing all the tRDWR subtimings to 19 from ASUS's default of 16.



DDR4-4400 CL19-19-19-39-2T 4x8GB @ 1.50v:


This post has been edited by owikh84: Sep 16 2018, 05:13 PM

You mean tREFI 65535 or what value are you suggesting? For now, I'm running at default of 7.8µs, so 2200*7.8= 17160. I didn't tweak anything other than those tRDWR subs = tRAS = 19, then only I'm able to achieve stability at 19-19-19-39-2T from 19-21-21-39-2T @ 1.45v.

From my previous testing, I found that 1T is performing slower than 2T (confirmed by Raja) so I don't bother testing 1T ever since.

btw, fuhh I just realized that G.Skill also has a tighter DDR4-4400 (F4-4400C18D-16GTZR) kit listed on their website: https://www.gskill.com/en/product/f4-4400c18d-16gtzr
Rated at 1.40v, definitely better binned than my kit and/or that non-RGB DDR4-3600 C15 kit.

370 Euro for 2x8GB: https://www.memoryc.com/24618-16gb-g-skill-...intel-z270.html

Could be the same bin as yours or better.
I'm now testing 4400 at 1.45v, seems stable so far at HCl 100% but I aim for 1000%.

1.45v gave me an error between 100-200%.
Need to tweak a bit.

Case: Dimastech EasyDual V2.5: https://forum.lowyat.net/index.php?showtopic=2301151
Radiator: 2x XSPC RX360 V2 (EOL)
Custom WC: EK-Supremacy EVO RGB + EK D5 Vario + EK-RES X2 250 + 2x RX360 + 12x GT AP15

No need 1.50v, actually 1.475v is enough.



4x8GB DDR4-4400 CL19-19-19-39-2T @ 1.475v:


QVL of MXF:

Yes, those are another set of MOSFETs/VRM. Not being cooled by any heatsink probably because they are a little weak (low-end mobo) and won't generate too much heat.

Moreover, usually board manufacturer would expect users of such entry-level would only use air cooler hence the cool air coming from the cooling fans on top of VRM area.

However, if you feel that this area is toasty then you may consider putting a 3rd party heatsink over there. You can remove the heatsink before sending for RMA.

Thermal pads are easily removable, won't stick to the MOSFETs.

I don't think TMPIN3 represents the MOSFETs temp. Usually named as VRM temp in monitoring software such as HWiNFO64. But take note that not all mobo provides VRM temp monitoring, only those higher end boards do. Yours is low end, so...

Yes, that's right.

Well done, good chip you got there!

For me, 4 hours priming without any error already can confirm that your OC is stable for 24/7.

Since your 5.0GHz already stable with AVX offset 0 and still within your cooling limit, I don't see why you need to play with AVX offset at 5.0GHz.

Or maybe you can try playing with 5.1GHz AVX offset -1 at the current vCore @ 1.296v.

This post has been edited by owikh84: Sep 24 2018, 10:39 AM

Z390 is just like the Z370 but now comes with native support for up 6x USB 3.1 Gen2 (10Gbps) ports and CNVi (Integrated Wifi-AC) support.

Source: https://www.techspot.com/news/76816-intel-l...h-gen-core.html

Key features of 9th Core CPUs:

- First performance Intel Core i9 desktop S-series processor Up to 8 cores
- Intel Z390 chipset compatible
- Solder Thermal Interface Material (STIM)
- Integrated USB 3.1 gen 2 and Integrated Intel Wireless-AC
- Up to 16 threads, 5.0 GHz, 16 MB cache, and 40 platform PCIe lanes (16 CPU + 24 PCH)
- Compatible with all Intel 300 series chipsets
- Intel Optane memory and Intel Optane SSD support
- Thunderbolt 3 support

Of course, solder is basically metal (indium?), which conducts heat better than any thermal paste.
CPU temps will definitely be excellent after this, without needing to delid the CPU.

ya it took them quite a while to finally fix the VRM temperature issue.
If that doesn't solve I don't know what to say already

Yes, the new Intel 9th CPUs are compatible with Z390 and Z370 chipsets with the updated BIOS.
Z390 vs Z370, other than the two new key features, the new chipset is equipped with beefier VRMs with extra power connectors (8+4/8+8-pins vs single 8-pin). So, you can expect higher OC potential with the new Z390 boards over Z370.

AFAIK local 9900K stock no ETA yet.
Pricing also dunno how much.

No money here
Please sponsor me boss