Need help

Pove · April 2

I’m about to build my pc but I don’t like the way intake fans look. I’m wondering if it is ok to have 1 intake fan and 6 exhaust fans :)

Hinjima · April 2

20 minutes ago, Pove said:

I’m about to build my pc but I don’t like the way intake fans look. I’m wondering if it is ok to have 1 intake fan and 6 exhaust fans

That will result in a lot of negative pressure and very little fresh air to your components.
It will draw quite a bit of air from gaps in the case causing a lot of dust buildup as those are unfiltered.

Slight positive pressure is what you want to aim for so you want a little more intake than exhaust.

Why do you need 7 fans?

What don't you like about intake fans?

Aleph256 · April 2

1 hour ago, Hinjima said:

What don't you like about intake fans?

Hot take is they're building in a fishtank case and don't want the fan casing rear holder thingies in the way of aesthetics.
If I'm right and budget is not that much of an issue (I wagger it is since aesthetics are a concern), some brands do "Reverse"-style fans that flow the "wrong" way. Look up LianLi or Corsair.

Pove · April 3

47 minutes ago, Aleph256 said:

Hot take is they're building in a fishtank case and don't want the fan casing rear holder thingies in the way of aesthetics.
If I'm right and budget is not that much of an issue (I wagger it is since aesthetics are a concern), some brands do "Reverse"-style fans that flow the "wrong" way. Look up LianLi or Corsair.

Thanks

RevGAM · April 3

Depends on the case, @Pove. Some cases do well with negative pressure, some even require it, but most aren't designed with it in mind. You're best off trying and seeing what happens. If you get the right config, the only problem that will remain is dust build-up and, frankly, unless the PC will be where there is lots of dust, or you have pets, it's not going to be a significant issue unless you are using a radiator.

As pointed out, the dust will come in through all unshielded holes.

If it works well, then just make sure to have the right tools needed to clean out dust, such as a soft brush, lint-free towel, and a air blowing tool with enough pressure but no heat (hair dryer on cold will probably work).