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    Targus Chillmat

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by miscolobo, Mar 4, 2008.

  1. miscolobo

    miscolobo Notebook Deity

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    Hey guys, been happy with my brand new laptop
    Sony VGN-FZ290

    2.4Ghz Centrino Duo Core
    200GB 7200RPM HDD
    nVidia 8400M GT 256MB DDR3
    2GB RAM



    Anyways, i was thinking of overclocking my laptop and i bought this new Targus Chill Mat (not the tornado one). It's new and improved and has 25% more cooling but i feel it has no effect on my average computer temperatures... -.-. I use CPUID Hardware Monitor to monitor my computers temperatures and it doesnt seem that different without the cooling pad. I want to get in overclocking my card but i dont want to do it unless my chillpad is taking effect. My notebook is 15.4" and i doubt its too big for the pad. I can feel cold air but the temps are still 50~ degrees when browsing the net...not much difference when im playing games too. I get about 65 degrees (not on max)
     
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  2. ScifiMike12

    ScifiMike12 Drinking the good stuff

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    What material is the cooler made of (or what part that your notebook is sitting on)?

    Is your notebook elevated (space beneath it)?
     
    ScifiMike12, Mar 4, 2008
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    thnksfrthmmrs Notebook Evangelist

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    I think it depends a lot on the placement of the fans in your laptop. Where are they exactly located?
     
    thnksfrthmmrs, Mar 4, 2008
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    Gophn NBR Resident Assistant

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    the best choice would be a cooler that cools the entire stage...
    - Zalman ZM-NC1000
    - Cooler Master Infinite
     
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  5. miscolobo

    miscolobo Notebook Deity

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    Ok, way to many questions. So:

    There is a small gap between the chill pad and my notebook. (the grip)
    i have like 5 air vents located at the bottom of my laptop and i think only 1 maybe is getting affected by the cold air.
    I can feel the cold air when i put my hand close to the opening so i think air is flowing somewhat underneath.
    Is there a better temp monitor that tells u the systems avg temp?
     
    miscolobo, Mar 4, 2008
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  6. miscolobo

    miscolobo Notebook Deity

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    Someone help? i need answers before i decide to return it =\
     
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    bjrebo Notebook Consultant

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    i have the same cooler, and it has made no difference. It does elevate the notebook wich helps to cool it, and I only paid 20 bucks for it. I decided to keep it, to elevate but the cooling is useless. also, it is very loud. Hope that helps.
     
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  8. miscolobo

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    Will it somewhat reduce the overall temperature?
     
    miscolobo, Mar 4, 2008
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    flipfire Moderately Boss

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    Download Hwmonitor here to see the current and peak temps of the ACPI, CPU cores, HDD and GPU card.

    I suggest finding the hotspots in your computer and find a cooler that will suit the fan placement accordingly.

    The zalman nc1000 seems to be preferred, its a little pricey though
     
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  10. miscolobo

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    i can feel cold air around the openings of my notebook but i dont really find significant changes in the temperature/
     
    miscolobo, Mar 5, 2008
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  11. miscolobo

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    should i change my fan speeds?
     
    miscolobo, Mar 5, 2008
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