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Fan controller recommendation

JakeUnsted1
By JakeUnsted1
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So I've been running my pc at night and it's been annoying me so much... I leave it on to upload to YouTube and render videos...

So I'm currently looking for a fan controller but have no clue what one I would need...

It doesn't have to be flashy with a screen, but it must be able to control up to 4 fans.

Of you know a good one, leave a link bellow :) thanks everyone!

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The Bitfenix Recon has a touchscreen and it's easy to use in my experience. But why do you need one? Is it to quiet the fans down? you better off with resistors if so
Resistors are used to change the voltage to the fan, in the long run this wont be what i need, i want the computer to have adequate airflow while doing intensive tasks during the day, but have the silent fan speeds during the night while i sleep, that's my reasoning... And i dont want to buy new noctua fans...
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The Bitfenix Recon has a touchscreen and it's easy to use in my experience. But why do you need one? Is it to quiet the fans down? you better off with resistors if so
Alright, i've seen some NZXT Analog controllers if touchscreens arent your thing. They are about 30 bucks
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The Bitfenix Recon has a touchscreen and it's easy to use in my experience. But why do you need one? Is it to quiet the fans down? you better off with resistors if so
Yeah ive been looking at some NZXT ones... Thanks for the replies :)
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Just be warned - a lot of fans don't like fan controllers. Most FC's use a variable voltage for controlling the fan and not a constant one. This can cause some fans to generate motore whine except when running at full (12v) speed. Sometimes it helps to get a controller from the same manufacturer of your fans. Just keep in mind, wherr ever you get the FC, ensure you can exchange or return it, just in case. :)

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get a 3 way switch for 5v 7v and 12v....the yellow is 12v the red is 5v and the diff is 7v not sure if a normal switch can be hotwired to make one lol...but a 3 way switch may work imo
Any chance you can link me to one of these? I cant find them...
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