Check if the new CPU model requires a different fan speed or upgrade compared to your current Xeon 5506.

F5F Stay Refreshed Hardware Desktop Check if the new CPU model requires a different fan speed or upgrade compared to your current Xeon 5506.

mercy192roks
Junior Member

12-14-2025, 09:21 AM

You don’t need bigger fans if you upgrade to the 5660. The new chips run hotter, but the stock Z600 fans are still suitable for the increased heat.

mercy192roks

12-14-2025, 09:21 AM #1

You don’t need bigger fans if you upgrade to the 5660. The new chips run hotter, but the stock Z600 fans are still suitable for the increased heat.

Sertero28
Senior Member

589

12-16-2025, 01:00 AM

Typically with professional or workstation machines, they just configure them for the most demanding setup and use those coolers for all models. So you should be okay.

Sertero28

12-16-2025, 01:00 AM #2

Typically with professional or workstation machines, they just configure them for the most demanding setup and use those coolers for all models. So you should be okay.