Installation
Our standard heatsink test-bench is currently in limbo as we revamp it with a more modern AMD platform. As such, we were only able to install the The TRUE Copper on our Intel test rig. The TRUE Copper utilizes the same mounting hardware as the TRUE Black that we reviewed back in August. Please refer to our review of the TRUE Black for Socket AM2 installation impressions. For more information on our hardware configuration, please see our standard heatsink testing methodology.
Like the TRUE Black, the TRUE Copper was very easy to install. Thanks to its thin nature, all of the spring loaded screws are easily accessible. The backplate is “X-shaped” and does not interfere with any protruding pins at the rear of the motherboard.
The TRUE Copper does not have a low center of gravity, unfortunately. Its weight seems evenly dispersed. Although the thick copper base contributes a great deal to its weight, the thick copper fin array means that the TRUE pulls down hard on the motherboard. I would strongly discourage the use of this heatsink in anything but a very stationary base. Ideally, it should not be mounted in an upright case. Buyers of the TRUE Copper will also have to be very careful handling their motherboard with the heatsink installed. One hand needs to support the TRUE Copper at all times when moving around the motherboard outside of the case.
Like the TRUE Black, the TRUE Copper was a piece of cake to install. Thankfully the mounting hardware is nice and sturdy. This is especially important considering its weight.