Author: Stefan Alexandru Mileschin Editor: Peter Kapas Date: May 19, 2008 Manufacturer: Noctua Provider: Noctua

Features,Technical Specifications » Page 1: Introduction, About Noctua

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Introduction


At first I want to thank Jakob from Noctua for providing me this NH-C12P sample to be tested.

Noctua is a company from Austria and has already launched some very high quality cooling devices for personal computers.One of them was the NH-U12P CPU cooler which had very good performances and is still in the top of the CPU coolers.

About the Noctua Company

(taken from the company website)

“Noctua arises from a cooperation between the Austrian Rascom Computerdistribution Ges.m.b.H and the Taiwanese Kolink International Corporation and entertains a development partnership with the Austrian Institute of Heat Transmission and Fan Technology (Österreichisches Institut für Wärmeübertragung und Ventilatorentechnik, ÖIWV). These connections form the key to the achievement of our goal: The partnership with the ÖIWV permits the application of scientific measurement instrumentation, methods of calculation and simulation technology in the R&D process. Rascom's long, customer-oriented experience in developing and distributing sound-optimised high-end products ensures a clear focus on the users' needs. The use of Kolink's advanced manufacturing technology and ultra-modern production plants allows us to efficiently implement our technical edge and provide solutions of the highest standard in quality and performance.”

What does the name Noctua mean?

(taken from the company website)

The little owl, Athene noctua, is the symbol of the Greek goddess Athene, who represents wisdom, science and strategy. She has a marked preference for the most clever among the Greek heroes, like Odysseus, who endure their adventures by the use of savvy consideration instead of mere force. Until today, the owl symbolises intelligence and prudence, its manlike face emblematises attentiveness and communication. We from Noctua follow the suit of its calm and accurate observation in the dark, its soundless flight as well as the effective, economical use of its powers and precise attack.

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