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Old 12-27-2004
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How to make my fans quieter?

My computer is very loud and the noise is comming from my fans. I think the powersupply fan is very loud. How can i make this fan run more quietly?
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Old 12-27-2004
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you can't on the psu, unless there is a POT. get a new psu with variable POT.
for the pc fan, get a bigger one. bigger spin slower but pushes more air
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Old 12-27-2004
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Hunt around for a replacement for that PSU-fan from fan-makers like Pabst or Zalman. With a bit of careful DIY you should be able to replace that noisy fan. Depending on model, you might need 2 or even 3 fans.
Most fans are standard size 80, 90 or 120 mm.
It's propably cheaper and easier to buy a new, quiet PSU with 120mm fan.
Get at least a 430W PSU from a wellknown brand such as Enermax, Antex. Cost a bit more, but well worth it.
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Old 12-27-2004
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Should be noted if you swap out a PSU fan......
DONT TOUCH ANY OTHER BIT INSIDE THE HOUSING!
Unless you want curly frizzy hair or intend to audition for an Al Jolson 'look-alike' comp... :eek:
Them thar capacitors hold quite a jolt even after you've disconnected all sources of power!
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Old 12-27-2004
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Very true, in fact, I'd call it more then a jolt, they can kill. But if you disconnect the PSU from the wall and let it sit for a few days, the caps should discharge on their own. Even still, do be very careful, I'd recommend wearing rubber gloves.
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Old 01-08-2005
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Most Antec power supplies have built in Low Noise technology that can control PSU fan speed as well as the case fan(s) speed in response to case temperature.
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Old 01-09-2005
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If you're going to buy a new PSU, you could as well buy a passively cooled one. Naturally, they're more expensive, but hey, at least they're silent, not just quiet.
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Old 01-13-2005
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Noisy fan...

I recently change my processor fan to a new Cooler Master fan. Unfirtunately it still makes a lot of noise when I turn it on (it runs at 100%). I use the program Speed fan to control the speed but I am wondering whether I can permanently change the fan speed so that i doesn't make so much noise...

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