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it says 12V.

 

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Every build I do it's always the case fans (and controlling them using mobo or software) that's a huge f*cking headache.

 

So, I have 2 Be Quiet Silent Wings 3. Turns out they're the DC version - Amazon page didn't mention this. They come with a sata connector with 3 cables attached - 5V, 7V and 12V. And Be Quiet didn't think to mention this in their 1 page documentation.

 

And searching on Google just gives ads for Silent Wings.

 

So, LTT buddies, which voltage should I use?

 

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I think the backside of the fan's hub has a sticker which should have print with the required voltage and amperage needed to run. If it states which voltage to use, use that one. 

Fuck you scalpers, fuck you scammers, fuck all of you jerks that charge way too much to tech-illiterate people. 

Unless I say I am speaking from experience or can confirm my expertise, assume it is an educated guess.

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Just now, Nathanpete said:

I think the backside of the fan's hub has a sticker which should have print with the required voltage and amperage needed to run. If it states which voltage to use, use that one. 

it says 12V.

 

Thanks for the speedy response, good man.

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Just now, jeremymwilson said:

it says 12V.

 

Thanks for the speedy response, good man.

You're welcome. Please mark my response as best answer so that it appears as answered (with a green checkmark) in the forum index. 

Fuck you scalpers, fuck you scammers, fuck all of you jerks that charge way too much to tech-illiterate people. 

Unless I say I am speaking from experience or can confirm my expertise, assume it is an educated guess.

Current setup: Ryzen 5 3600, MSI MPG B550, 2x8GB DDR4-3200, RX 5600 XT (+120 core, +320 Mem), 1TB WD SN550, 1TB Team MP33, 2TB Seagate Barracuda Compute, 500GB Samsung 860 Evo, Corsair 4000D Airflow, 650W 80+ Gold. Razer peripherals. 

Also have a Alienware Alpha R1: i3-4170T, GTX 860M (≈ a 750 Ti). 2x4GB DDR3L-1600, Crucial MX500

My past and current projects: VR Flight Sim: https://pcpartpicker.com/user/nathanpete/saved/#view=dG38Jx (Done!)

A do it all server for educational use: https://pcpartpicker.com/user/nathanpete/saved/#view=vmmNcf (Cancelled)

Replacement of my friend's PC nicknamed Donkey, going from 2nd gen i5 to Zen+ R5: https://pcpartpicker.com/user/nathanpete/saved/#view=WmsW4D (Done!)

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a follow up question, do I need to use the sata cable? Can't I just connect the 3 pin cable to a 4 pin connector on the mobo?

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1 minute ago, jeremymwilson said:

a follow up question, do I need to use the sata cable? Can't I just connect the 3 pin cable to a 4 pin connector on the mobo?

Sorry but I can't answer that, I don't even trust myself to get fan hubs and adapters right given my prior experience and how many times I have fucked up. 

Fuck you scalpers, fuck you scammers, fuck all of you jerks that charge way too much to tech-illiterate people. 

Unless I say I am speaking from experience or can confirm my expertise, assume it is an educated guess.

Current setup: Ryzen 5 3600, MSI MPG B550, 2x8GB DDR4-3200, RX 5600 XT (+120 core, +320 Mem), 1TB WD SN550, 1TB Team MP33, 2TB Seagate Barracuda Compute, 500GB Samsung 860 Evo, Corsair 4000D Airflow, 650W 80+ Gold. Razer peripherals. 

Also have a Alienware Alpha R1: i3-4170T, GTX 860M (≈ a 750 Ti). 2x4GB DDR3L-1600, Crucial MX500

My past and current projects: VR Flight Sim: https://pcpartpicker.com/user/nathanpete/saved/#view=dG38Jx (Done!)

A do it all server for educational use: https://pcpartpicker.com/user/nathanpete/saved/#view=vmmNcf (Cancelled)

Replacement of my friend's PC nicknamed Donkey, going from 2nd gen i5 to Zen+ R5: https://pcpartpicker.com/user/nathanpete/saved/#view=WmsW4D (Done!)

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Just now, Nathanpete said:

Sorry but I can't answer that, I don't even trust myself to get fan hubs and adapters right given my prior experience and how many times I have fucked up. 

ok mate, it's the 1 thing I hate about building PCs

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On 3/26/2021 at 10:20 AM, jeremymwilson said:

ok mate, it's the 1 thing I hate about building PCs

if we talking non rgb 3pin fan then ya 3 pin can go on a 4pin pwm header same as a 4pin pwm can go on a 3pin fan header just no pwm.

 

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I have dyslexia plz be kind to me. dont like my post dont read it or respond thx

also i edit post alot because you no why...

Thrasher_565 hub links build logs

Corsair Lian Li Bykski Barrow thermaltake nzxt aquacomputer 5v argb pin out guide + argb info

5v device to 12v mb header

Odds and Sods Argb Rgb Links

 

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On 3/28/2021 at 5:21 AM, thrasher_565 said:

if we talking non rgb 3pin fan then ya 3 pin can go on a 4pin pwm header same as a 4pin pwm can go on a 3pin fan header just no pwm.

 

4pinvc9.jpg

 

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thanks mate, great info

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