JazzJackRabbit wrote:So far I counted two fans: one CPU fan and one exhaust... So which is it, one or two? Also, it's a really bad idea to run PSU fanless as they fail easily.

Hmm.. I was going to set it at 3V, but I over resisted it. I'll fix it sometime, I guess.

CPU only. The exhaust is off by default, it's there as a fail safe if my CPU overheats and then it will turn on.

Pics will come later. I have problem sets due tommorow.

Actually it's not much to look at. Just like any other system with a CPU and Exhaust fan, just that the exhaust doesn't move.

So basically I'm a freak on silence. I use only Nexus fans because Vantec Stealth suck, and Nexus is even quieter than Panaflo. The only ones that come close are Papst, or SilenX. Anyways, I have a 92mm Nexus on the CPU. That's it. The PSU had a 80mm, but I stuck some resistors in it and I guess I g...

That sounds pretty good. Actually the lct20s have 128KB of buffer...not even 2MB. What if I got a 120GB 8MB and partitioned it into two drives... C: for OS, Program files (40Gigs) and D: (80Gigs) D: would have personal documents, etc. Could I have one 40GB lct20 in a Raid 1 for the first 40G of D:, ...

I currently have two 4500rpm 40.0GB Maxtor/Quantum lct20 Fireball drives. 128KB Cache. C: has system files and OS. Usually below 20GB. D: has documents and music, videos. Everything that I need to save for a format. Almost at capacity. The D: is running out of space, and I'm thinking of upgrading. W...

My HDD's do NOT have SMART-HDD Temp ability. So I have no HDD temps. Don't ask. I tried 4 programs. You'll want to try enabling SMART in the BIOS, then they might work... I checked the Specs on these HDD's. They DO have SMART, but not the temp sensing ability. Back on Topic.. how would I position t...

Well, from my other thread, I do have a lot of exhausts. Unfortuately this case is not designed with intake in mind. As of right now, I only have 3 exhaust fans - one on top, one on the back and on for PSU. All are silent - either at 7V, or are Nexus (real 18dBA unlike the Vantec Stealths which lie....

you'd end up either with air being forced backwards in through any lower cfm/pressure exhausts, I think this is what's going on. Since my fans are grommeted, they have about 1/3" space away from the case. I presume the air is going around the sides of the fan, pulled in by suction, then expelled ou...

Hey, so you probably know me from the other System Advice thread (http://forums.silentpcreview.com/viewtopic.php?t=15753) about the computer. I have 3 exhaust fans (case, top part, and PSU) and 0 intakes. This is alright, but I also sealed up all my extra holes, so there are virtually no holes at al...

Mobile for SURE. The heat output by the Mobile is less than the XP's themselves, and they are multiplier unlocked for your OC'ing pleasure.

I'd also like to say that my temps dropped 10 degrees when I installed my 92mm Nexus on top of the case. Or maybe it was the 80mm one in the PSU. Either way, I'm happy =)

I guess this thread is coming to an end. Turns out I could mount a 92mm exhaust on the TOP of the case. So, I've got a 7V Nexus (thanks to fancalc) in my PSU, a 12V 92mm Nexus on the top of the case, 12V 92mm Nexus on the CPU, 80mm Nexus on the Exhaust, and an 80mm UV CCFL Sunbeam @ 7V just for show...

Wow, awesome! That tool really helped out.

Now that I've got 4 80mm Nexus fans running at 7V.. 92mm Nexus on the HSF....sealed up all the holes in the case... dremeled out my grills... suspended the HDD's... got rounded cabling and rounded PSU cables...

Where do I go from here? Insulation?

If you have the 92, I also have one... If you could let me know what the resistor is, that'd be great.

Specs: http://www.nexustek.nl/80mmcasefan.htm
Model SP802512L-03
Dimensions 80x80x25mm
Weight 85 grams
Rated Voltage 12 Volts
Operation Voltage 10.2~13.8 Volts
Input current 0.15 Amp Max
Input power 1.8 Watts Max
Rotation speed 1500 RPM
Acoustic noise 17.6 dB(A)
Airflow 20.2 CFM

Ok, I'm outfitting my entire computer with Nexus fans. Now, here's the thing. If I want my fans at 7V, what resistor do I need to wire between them? Also, I'm switching out the PSU fan this weekend with a 80mm Nexus, what should the voltage be on that one?

Simon

I might be in another deal for them. Just let me know how much you'd be willing to pay. I have Heatware under simms (55). Should I take the SilenX? I heard about the scandal that was here on SPCR a while back.... and I'm not sure whether to try them or not. I also believe it's the 14dba version. Simon

I just got a deal, my two Vantecs (80 and 92) for a 92mm SilenX. Should I do it? I just bought the 92 Nexus yesterday though. Yes, I'm aware the SilenX makes fans anywhere from 9-14dBa (I emailed him to find out which one it was). Should I do it? What should I do about the 92mm Nexus then? And also ...

Do you know how I can use the fans at 5V and yet still monitor the RPM of the fans? I know I'd have to reroute (either moving the yellow cable to the mobo, or the red/black to the PSU 5V)... but is there a guide on this? just leave the rpm wire on a 3 pin connector, plug it into a header, use a 4 p...

What if I switch in a 80mm Nexus in my PSU, how about that..

Oooh, inline resistors sound fun. What's the resistance on these though? Let's try... V=IR right, with V being (ideally) 7V, and I being 0.10 A ... I'm looking at 70ohms? So just wire in a 70ohm resistor in series to the thing?

Do you know how I can use the fans at 5V and yet still monitor the RPM of the fans? I know I'd have to reroute (either moving the yellow cable to the mobo, or the red/black to the PSU 5V)... but is there a guide on this? just leave the rpm wire on a 3 pin connector, plug it into a header, use a 4 p...

The L1A that's in your PSU? I'd let the PSU take care of that. Heh, if you can hang that undervolted steath by the exhaust, it might do some good. I bet that L1A is louder than a 5V Stealth right now. By the way, err, how much quieter was the Nexus than the Stealth? heh, diffcult question to answer...

Short on cash. I did get the 92 Nexus today and it is MUCH quieter. I'm gonna start sealing off the outside of the case with saran wrap. Temps are about 2C higher with the Nexus. I didn't get the 80s today. No cash on me, and probably not for a while. I might as well use the 5V'd 80 Stealth as a cas...

Awesome. Will pick up the 92mm tonight. I plan on using the Stealths (92 and 80 @5V) as my exhaust fans. Better yet, I think the fan covers snap off, so I might not even have to dremel. If I use teh 92 and the 80, which should go up top? The 92, or the 80? I think the 92.. but your input would be ap...

http://www.inmax.ca/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=158_159 Nexus 80mm Real Silent Case Fan 17.6 dB(A) $14.99 CDN.. that's like $11 US. Nexus 92mm Real Silent Case Fan 19.2 dB(A) $19.99 CDN Nexus 120mm Real Silent Case Fan 22.8 dB(A) $24.99 CDN So I should get 2 80's for the exhaust, and 1 92 for th...

Thanks for all of your replies, much appreciated. I'll unplug the 92 Stealth and get back to you on how much of a difference it makes. The PSU is actually an Enlight pull that I've had since 00 or so, I pulled the cheapy PSU out. That L1A in there, I probably don't want to mod because I don't feel l...

I'll put in another 80mm fan at 5V. Think I should switch the CPU fan to 5V as well instead of 12V?

8-16? I could always use a few extra, and then I wouldn't have to ask people to pay for shipping if I needed a few extra. Either way, if you could help me out, that would be appreciated. Use 2 80mms? Aren't the Nexus' louder than the Stealths? So if the 92 is louder than the 80, why not use an 80mm ...

BTW - I know grommets are $2 a piece, but Silicon Acoustics has $15 shipping to Canada. Can anyone buy/send them to me and I pay them back? I have 50+ Heatware and 30+ eBay.. Use 2 80mms? Aren't the Nexus' louder than the Stealths? So if the 92 is louder than the 80, why not use an 80mm on my CPU fa...

Don't cut the grill for the PSU one right, just the top case one (The blue arrow)?

So you suggest I get 80mm and 92mm L1A's instead of using my stealths...? Just checking.

Simon