problem with Dell Cooling

[ricardoramey]

I have a Dell Dimension 8100 with a p4 3ghz processor and 775 socket compatablity. I have some problems with its fan, everytime I lauch any program the fan starts to give some sound and it blows at a high speed. So I think that the paste on the heatsink is almost over or it might be the fan issue. So can anyone tell me what is the best heatsink that I can use to replace the old ones. Thank you

[Hockson]

I think that if you have a good tower then you shouldnt worry about the replacing the heatsink. But if you dont then I suggest you to buy:
ZALMAN CNPS8700 2 Ball CPU Cooler or
ZALMAN 9500A 92mm 2 Ball CPU Cooler

So, the last thing you can do is you have to remove the motherboard to install the cooler.

[Team Leader]

Check this guide out on how to cool your pc / computer: Computer Cooling

You will learn different method of cooling of computer, from case air cooling to heatsink used for cooling.

[T.J.]

First can you tell us how high the dell temperature gets too. If the temperature reaches 65+ Celcius then you are on the high side of things. Consider cleaning the vents/fan areas. Best if you can reapply thermal compound.