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07-02-2007, 03:06 PM
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Case query
I'm planning on using this case for my rig; it looks like the best I've found for its price, with enough space, 2 120mm fans, and it's not bad looking either. However, my friend thinks dust will build up because there's hardly any ventilation. Does anyone else think I should/shouldn't buy it?
Here's my other pieces: CPU - Intel Core 2 Quad Graphics - EVGA GeForce 8800 GTX Mobo - Asus P5K Deluxe Memory - Corsair 2GB DDR2 PC5300 Optical - LiteOn LH-20A1S-11C PSU - Corsair 520W HDD - Seagate 250GB SATA3 As always, any help is appreciated. |
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07-02-2007, 03:31 PM
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Dust will build up in any case over time.
There is nothing like a spring clean of your internals every now and then, doing it regular will make the job no more than 10 minutes each time. The case looks ok, but a piccie of the internal structure would have given me more to say. It looks to have an intake and an exhaust fan so you should have no real problems. As long as you practice good cable management. Nice to see your using a quality PSU in the build. Deuce
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07-02-2007, 03:32 PM
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'Hardly any ventilation'? More fans causes more dust buildup, but I've had no trouble with my case (2x120 mm fans, and 1 90mm fan).
Particularly with the video card you're using, you want more ventilation rather than less, and that case looks good as far as fans go.
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07-02-2007, 08:44 PM
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 Anyway good point; cheers.Thanks to both of you for your help; I'm pretty sure I've finalised my parts now 
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07-02-2007, 09:06 PM
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Nice, case I don't see anything wrong with it.. I also checked it out at newegg.. and if need be you can install another intake fan in front of the HD bays...
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07-02-2007, 10:40 PM
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Sorry, I was unclear there. That case looks like it provides good ventilation, which is important given the heat that video card will put out.
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07-02-2007, 10:57 PM
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07-02-2007, 11:49 PM
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I definitely recommend adding a front intake even if it's at slow rpms.
Anyways, it looks like a decent case, and from what I've seen, Mr. Ferrari won't steer you the wrong way. Enjoy!
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