Silent aftermarket cooler for HD 5550?

[Mr. Smith]

Long time no see!

So, I'm building a htpc but I have a problem - I bought a silent hd 5550 a few months ago and when it came to it, it won't fit due to small case/psu.

I can't return it so I need an aftermarket cooler, like the accelero s1.

My problem is no one lists any compatibility with this model (11170-14-20R). Anyone know what aftermarket cooler will fit?

 

[Mr. Smith]

I know this isn't exactly an exciting topic but does anyone know the answer?

Thanks

 

[Grizzly]

There are a few on this page but I'd imagine they're all too big.

What is it about the stock cooler that doesn't let it fit?

 

[Mr. Smith]

The part that sandwiches the card, the part that goes over the back - that blocks the psu. If the cooler was only on the front where the die is then it would be ok. That is why I thought accelero s1 but no one lists compatibility. It's only for a htpc but it cost 60 in November and I can't use it until I get the cooler sorted.

 

[dugdiamond]

for what the hassle and costs amount to, you might as well buy a new card

 

[marsey99]

what is the distance between the mounting holes on the heatsink?

only if you know where you need the holes to line up we could find a sink that should fit.