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Old 02-22-2007
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This is my build.. what is the best way to keep cool

what is the best way to keep cool.

Case
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16811144102

Video Card
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16814130062

Power Supply
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16817104954

Motherboard
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16813131070

Processor
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16819115004
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Old 02-22-2007
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Are you asking what equipment to add to these components to provide adequate cooling?
Tell us how you expect to be using the machine.
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Old 02-22-2007
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Are you going to OC?
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Old 02-23-2007
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I don't plan to OC. I'm just an average user who will use it mostly for the Adobe products I have. I will eventually get into playing games but not as much as probably a lot of people on this board. I'm thinking the heatsink that comes with the processor will be enough. Cause the case can have added fans.
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Old 02-23-2007
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I see that the case you have selected comes with 2 80mm fans (top = intake & rear = exhaust). I would certainly think about adding a fan to the front (intake) to help cool the HDD's and changing the exhaust fan to a 120mm for better overall circulation. 2 fans might add about $20 total to your build. The HSF that comes with your processor should be just fine since you don't plan on overclocking.
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