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Zalman ZM-NC1500 Standard Notebook Cooler
Lightweight ergonomic cooler for notebooks up to 17 inch screen size with controllable fan speed
With computing power ever on the increase, heat issues can affect laptop computers just as much as conventional desktop machines. Because such high-power components are squeezed inside such a small case, it is inevitable that the heat has to escape somewhere, and invariably manufacturers resort to small, high speed fans to keep their components cool.
Even then, safe cooling is not always assured - especially if the machine is used on soft surfaces such as carpets, duvets or trouser-legs! Anyone who has ever used a laptop literally “on their lap”, will know just how hot these computers can get.
As the world-respected leaders in desktop cooling solutions, Zalman have now designed cooling products specifically for laptop users: the ZM-NC1500 is the latest in their series of ultra-quiet notebook coolers. We think every laptop user should have one! They give peace of mind that your laptop will not overheat and crash (or melt!). They improve long-term reliability because the laptop is running cooler. In most cases, they cut down on the noise from your laptop fans, because the fans don’t need to run as fast to maintain a safe temperature. Last but not least, they raise the rear of your laptop by 8°, making it much easier to type on its keyboard without worrying about wrist-strain.
The ZM-NC1500 comes with two centrifugal fans which give excellent airflow to the base of your laptop, with minimum noise. The speed of the fans can be adjusted according to how hot your machine is running and how quietly you would like the fans to run. The product will accommodate the vast majority of laptops on the market up to and including those with 17 inch diagonal screen size.
Because the fans are powered by USB, there are no extra power supplies or wires to worry about, other than one cable (included) which connects to a USB port on your PC or Macintosh. You don’t lose a USB port because the cooler has one to replace the one being used on the machine. And because it is super-lightweight, it can be easily be transported with your notebook so you can use it anywhere - not just in your office!
With a whisper-quiet noise level of just 21-23 dBA, the Zalman ZM-NC1500 can lower the running temperature of your laptop typically by 10°C
Features
- Supports laptops with up to 17” screen size
- Increases cooling of both PC and Apple laptops
- Reduces noise because internal laptop fans run slower
- Improves reliability of the laptop because it runs cooler
- Offers better ergonomic positioning of the laptop thereby reducing fatigue
- Powered by USB, so no need for extra wires from a separate power adaptor
Review
Web User magazine
On a desk, the ZM-NC1500 tilts your laptop into a very comfortable position and its twin fans keep the area nice and cool. Its extra features are impressive, including a pass-through cable, off switch and fan-speed controller. 80%.
| Specifications | ZM-NC1500 |
|---|---|
| Maximum laptop screen size | 17 inches |
| Weight | 789 g |
| Dimensions W x D x H (mm) | 345 x 299 x 52 |
| USB socket locations | Two on rear |
| Foldable feet | No |
| Noise level | 18.0 - 23.5 dBA ± 10% |
| Input voltage | 5 volts (via notebook USB port) |
| Fan type | Dual centrifugal fans, hypro sleeve bearing |
| Fan speed | 1,100 - 1,500 rpm ± 10% |
| Warranty | 24 months |
| EAN barcode | 8809213761843 |
| Specifications | ZM-NC1500 |
|---|---|
| Maximum laptop screen size | 17 inches |
| Weight | 789 g |
| Dimensions W x D x H (mm) | 345 x 299 x 52 |
| USB socket locations | Two on rear |
| Foldable feet | No |
| Noise level | 18.0 - 23.5 dBA ± 10% |
| Input voltage | 5 volts (via notebook USB port) |
| Fan type | Dual centrifugal fans, hypro sleeve bearing |
| Fan speed | 1,100 - 1,500 rpm ± 10% |
| Warranty | 24 months |
| EAN barcode | 8809213761843 |
Customer Reviews
A brilliant buy.
To say that this is a brilliant piece of kit would be an understatement. My wife’s 17” Toshiba laptop was running so hot that she was complaining that it was uncomfortable to type for any length of time. The Zalman ZM-NC 1500 changed all that. Even on its slowest setting it has reduced the temperature sufficiently for her to type continuously without any problem. In fact she’s impressed at how cool and quiet her laptop is now. The cooler is so quiet it can’t be heard at slow speed, and even going at full speed it’s barely audible. An added attraction is the spare USB port at the back, which means that you don’t lose the use of the USB port that it’s plugged into. It’s also small and light enough to be very portable and fits nicely into the bag that the laptop does. So there you have it. The laptop is running cooler and quieter, and because the laptop’s internal fan isn’t cutting in anywhere near as often as it used to, it should extend its life, and, more importantly, the wife is happy! What more could I ask for? ;) All in all an excellent product that I can’t recommend highly enough. Full marks to Zalman for making such an good product, and full marks to Quiet PC for selling it!
