First computer build, CPU noise problem

[vladimir141]

Hello Linus tech tips forum, 

Well I finally made my first build and first post. I am really excited about this whole new building a computer thing. Seeking out to make my computer I wanted a fast, great looking, cheap, and most importantly quiet. At the moment I am struggling as the CPU fan is a bit too loud and preferably I would like the noise to be close to bit non-existent as possible. At the moment I think the problem is that the CPU fan is spinning too fast, as its a 3 pin connector, I believe this is to be the problem. The two other fans included in the case are 3 pin as well.  What are the possible solutions I can take without buying or returning for another product? and if there is no possible way what should I trade out. I will include my build specs and some photos. Thanks for your help in advance.

Intel Core i7-6700K 4.0GHz Quad-Core Processor

Noctua NH-D14

Gigabyte GA-Z170X-UD3

Corsair Vengeance LPX 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-3200 Memory

Samsung 850 Pro Series 512GB (already owned)

Fractal Design Define R5 (Titanium) ATX Mid Tower Case

EVGA 650W 80+ Gold Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply

Microsoft Windows 10 Pro

[prieter]

Got the same problem man, the only things you can do are:
1. Buy a fan controller
2. Get headphones <-- My solution

[BrinkGG]

4 minutes ago, vladimir141 said:

Hello Linus tech tips forum, 

 

Well I finally made my first build and first post. I am really excited about this whole new building a computer thing. Seeking out to make my computer I wanted a fast, great looking, cheap, and most importantly quiet. At the moment I am struggling as the CPU fan is a bit too loud and preferably I would like the noise to be close to bit non-existent as possible. At the moment I think the problem is that the CPU fan is spinning too fast, as its a 3 pin connector, I believe this is to be the problem. The two other fans included in the case are 3 pin as well.  What are the possible solutions I can take without buying or returning for another product? and if there is no possible way what should I trade out. I will include my build specs and some photos. Thanks for your help in advance.

 

Intel Core i7-6700K 4.0GHz Quad-Core Processor

 

Noctua NH-D14

 

Gigabyte GA-Z170X-UD3

 

Corsair Vengeance LPX 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-3200 Memory

 

Samsung 850 Pro Series 512GB (already owned)

 

Fractal Design Define R5 (Titanium) ATX Mid Tower Case

 

EVGA 650W 80+ Gold Certified Semi-Modular ATX Power Supply

 

Microsoft Windows 10 Pro

There are a couple of programs you can use to control the fan speed with software. They usually work pretty well. 

You can also buy a fan controller. 

http://www.amazon.com/HDE%C2%AE-3-5-Panel-Speed-Controller/dp/B006UFMH3W/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1463265748&sr=8-7&keywords=fan+controller+pc

[Quinnbeast]

My understanding is that the R5 has a built-in fan controller. Are you using it?

[vladimir141]

1 minute ago, Quinnbeast said:

My understanding is that the R5 has a built-in fan controller. Are you using it?

I haven't sir but ill give it a college try since it only has three different settings

[Quinnbeast]

9 minutes ago, vladimir141 said:

I haven't sir but ill give it a college try since it only has three different settings

The "college try" reference is mostly lost on me, but I think I understand (blasted international community). How many settings do you need exactly? Answer: possibly less than you think. You may also have the option of controlling the fans via BIOS control or software. I use Asus AI Suite to set a default speed for general use (450RPM) and then crank it up to about 850 RPM for gaming. I'm not sure if Gigabyte provide equivalent software, but 3rd party options may be viable - Speedfan etc.

 

In the mean time, being able to drop the fans down to 5v via the integrated fan controller should at least give you some peace and quiet.

[Flowey]

9 minutes ago, vladimir141 said:

I haven't sir but ill give it a college try since it only has three different settings

Yup there is a fan controller, been using it myself, tho the mess it causes with cables is kinda depressing..

[Quinnbeast]

2 minutes ago, Flowey said:

Yup there is a fan controller, been using it myself, tho the mess it causes with cables is kinda depressing..

Mess? What mess? Should be pretty easy to route the cables in an R5 any way you want - it's not short of space. If anything, an external controller stops the need to have multiple fan headers attached to the motherboard at different locations, instead routing them out the back and out of sight. That said, I've had my R4 for a few years and have picked up a few tricks along the way (along with a tiny sprinkle of OCD). If only the inside of my head was as tidy as the inside of my PC.

[BringBackLCT]

If none of the solutions above work, change your CPUs fans to something quiet but don't change the cooler itself

[vladimir141]

24 minutes ago, Flowey said:

Yup there is a fan controller, been using it myself, tho the mess it causes with cables is kinda depressing..

Well i did what you said and it worked the CPU fan sounds much quieter than it used to, and the CPU temps remain the same. Tanks!

[Quinnbeast]

7 minutes ago, vladimir141 said:

Well i did what you said and it worked the CPU fan sounds much quieter than it used to, and the CPU temps remain the same. Tanks!

Excellent. You can always crank the speed back up if you need a bit more cooling power as-and-when it's needed.