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Need help for best fan configuration/orientation for this build?

dreinal13
By dreinal13
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Hi guys,

 

I just recently built a rig, nothing too fancy but I just need a quick help on an optimal HSF fan direction/configuration for my build. Ihave a locked i5 4460 so no overclocking, just really want an optimal, cooling solution for my rig.

 

For the CPU Cooler, I am using a Deepcool Gammaxx S40. Current orientation is the fan is facing the front of the case (the fan orientation is as it was installed in the first place).

 

I have two Deepcool XFAN 120L fans as intake in the front of the case, then I'm using the stock fans in my Bitfenix Comrade case as outtake.

 

For the PSU, I have a Seasonic M12II EVO 620w, the fan is facing down.

 

My question is, how can I improve the cooling/fan orientations especially with the CPU cooler?

 

I know I have to change the fan on it and I won't have problems with that what's important for me to know is how should I orient all of the fans especially for the HSF for optimal cooling given my build.

 

For reference, here's the rest of the components:

CPU: Intel i5 4460

HSF: Deepcool Gammaxx S40

GPU: Gigabyte GTX 970 G1 Gaming
Ram: Corsair Vengeanve 2x4gb ddr3 1600mhx cl9
HDD: WD Caviar Blue 1TB
Mobo: Gigabyte H97 Gaming 3
Optical drive: Asus 24x DVDrw OEM

Case: Bitfenix Comrade Window White

 

All inputs will be appreciated guys thanks in advance! :D

Intel i5 4460 || Deepcool Gammaxx S40 || Gigabyte H97 Gaming 3 || Corsair Vengeance 2x4gb DDR3 1600 CL9 || Gigabyte GTX 970 G1 Gaming || WD Caviar Blue 1TB || Asus 24x DVDRW OEM || Bitfenix Comrade Window White || Asus VX239h || Razer Blackwidow 2013 || Razer Deathadder Chroma || Windows 8.1 x64 SL || Crucial M550 256gb || Deepcool RGB Led Controller

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Your current fan placement seems fine.

If you ever need help with a build, read the following before posting: http://linustechtips.com/main/topic/3061-build-plan-thread-recommendations-please-read-before-posting/
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Your current fan placement seems fine.

 

Hmm so I guess the only thing I have to do is to get better fans, right?

Intel i5 4460 || Deepcool Gammaxx S40 || Gigabyte H97 Gaming 3 || Corsair Vengeance 2x4gb DDR3 1600 CL9 || Gigabyte GTX 970 G1 Gaming || WD Caviar Blue 1TB || Asus 24x DVDRW OEM || Bitfenix Comrade Window White || Asus VX239h || Razer Blackwidow 2013 || Razer Deathadder Chroma || Windows 8.1 x64 SL || Crucial M550 256gb || Deepcool RGB Led Controller

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Hmm so I guess the only thing I have to do is to get better fans, right?

Are your current temps or noise level unacceptable?

If you ever need help with a build, read the following before posting: http://linustechtips.com/main/topic/3061-build-plan-thread-recommendations-please-read-before-posting/
Also, make sure to quote a post or tag a member when replying or else they won't get a notification that you replied to them.

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