GPU question - change or modify? (1 Viewer)

psykix

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    I currently have a MSI Cyclone GTX460 GPU in my Mediaportal server. I was playing games on it also, but have since removed them and switched to an Xbox360 for gaming.

    I'm using SAF6, and I want to switch to using the LAVF CUVID codec - however, whilst the GTX460 is silent on idle or using PDVD11 codec, as soon as I switch to LAV codec, the fan speed ramps up on the GTX460 and is unbearable..

    I can replace the card with another model - I'd want whatever the best silent / or near silent card is at the moment.

    I should also say, I mostly watch live tv, so 1080i stuff..

    The other option is to try to quieten the card I have - an aftermarket cooler or bios change, but it's very difficult to figure out what or how - underclock it maybe? I'd prefer not to have to run Afterburner, so BIOS mod would be better..

    Any suggestions?
     
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    I would suspect a aftermarket cooler would not be far off the price of a Asus gt430 silent, which will do what you want.

    Just a thought to add to your conundrum ;)

    Ray
     

    psykix

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    Yeah, a GT430 was a consideration.. Is there anything better at the moment? I couldn't see anything to be honest..

    I could then always sell the GTX460 or reuse it elsewhere...

    EDIT : OH! I also use the GTX460 card to bistream True HD and DTS HD Master - I presume this does the same? (I don't have a sound card in the pc)

    I'm looking at getting this one http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/...m=A3P5ROKL5A1OLE&pf_rd_r=0VWT2PR9T79CY26BVCNH but can't find any specs which say it supports bitstreaming...
     

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    I wouldn't bother with spending money on the card, I put the things in a cabinet that can be closed, a good case with some isolation could also drain out the fan noise a little.
     

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