Quiet Fans

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I need some suggestions on a quiet but efficent 80mm fan. Also, are fan filters worth it? Do they really reduce dust?



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FAQ

[FalcomPSX]

no need to double post...
Enermax makes adjustable fans that are either quiet or loud dependong on how you set them, good fans. filters are a mixed blessing, they keep dust out of your systemsomewhat, but they also need cleaning themselves...so it's a judgement call I'd say. I dont' use them.

[surreal]

Regarding filters, yes you have to clean them, but you sure see the dirt build up, which you don't if you have a closed case.
So you could end up keeping them cleaner than you would the case..

[john80y]

I bought vantec stealth fans from http://jab-tech.com/vantec_stealth_fans.html

I bought two to use as exhaust fans ... They are dealy quiet. I also have filters which do reduce airflow and do have to be cleaned. If you have a window in your PC you need to have filters on all intake fans (IMO)