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Well, seeing as I had virtually no good air flow in my case, I decided to fix that. I saw this Evercool 120mm 80cfm aluminum fan at Fry's for $9.99 and decided to get it. First mod I ever did.
Yeah, now it's installed. Temps dropped about 2C for cpu, and 4-5C for case.
https://www.sharkyforums.com/images/.../2003/06/4.jpg
Looks real pro, good job. If that didn't drop the temp enough now you know how to put a top Panel exhaust in.
thats alot of work for 2 degrees
I don't think so. I bet he enjoyed the whole process. 2ºC is a visibly noticeable gain. 4-5ºC off the mobo temp is even moreso. Now that's its done he can just sit back and admire his handi-workQuote:
Originally posted by nolekid86
thats alot of work for 2 degrees
I agree. And since the fan is right above the CPU sink, in case the HSF fan fails he will have a couple of more to reach for the power button ;) :DQuote:
Originally posted by sapasion
I don't think so. I bet he enjoyed the whole process. 2ºC is a visibly noticeable gain. 4-5ºC off the mobo temp is even moreso. Now that's its done he can just sit back and admire his handi-work
Good mod my friend. Did you use a holesaw or a dremel cutting wheel? Looks very clean!
I used a tiny little Dremel with and wasted like 3 blades while doing it all at 15,000 rpm. And, yes, I did enjoy the whole process, not I might make an exhaust in the top, since it seems reasonable now. Maybe later a little window around the fan.
The hole actually looks cleaner now, since I took a little cone grinder and took off some of the ugly parts.
Nice, nice. Consider getting some car door moulding to round out the smooth look, as well as a hole saw. Hole saws are a godsend...keep it steady and thats it. You'll be done in a minute.Quote:
Originally posted by Jagermeister
I used a tiny little Dremel with and wasted like 3 blades while doing it all at 15,000 rpm. And, yes, I did enjoy the whole process, not I might make an exhaust in the top, since it seems reasonable now. Maybe later a little window around the fan.
The hole actually looks cleaner now, since I took a little cone grinder and took off some of the ugly parts.
not quite pro.
But definately a very nice job, for your first go, way better then I ever could.
u stole my idea. LOL! But man thats hot just had a tiny window to it and you will be in business ;)