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Blu_

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Ok, so i kinda have 3 questions here..

So basically to start off i have a CM Hyper 212 Plus and of course that comes with one fan.. Now what are some good recommendations t replace that fan (the one thats lached on to the heat spreaders, AND is there a solution to have another fan on the other side of the heat spreaders?)

NEXT,

My current case is the CM Storm Enforcer..What would be the best fan choice for the top.. I see you can put two smaller ones, or one larger one.. which choice is better?

LASTLY,

I want to route the my 8 pin power connect that goes to the top of my mobo (sort of next to where you plug in the 3 pin fan connect for CPU Fan) (Screenshot: http://prntscr.com/1hjagm) through the back of my case, but its too short. Are the extensions for this type of cable? (Would like the exstnstion to loook neat as it comes out the routing whole, maybe threaded).

Thanks in advance!

-Blu
 
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The third question, I'll be straight up honest, I don't know off the top of my head.

For the second question, a single large fan would probably be quieter, but two smaller fans might manage to move more air. However, you'll notice that some 200mm fans are rated to only move 40-70 CFM. A single (respectable) 120mm fan can move that amount. I have never used any 200mm fans, so I do not know what to recommend in that area. Also, since the fan will be on its side, I can tell you that you'll want to stay away from Sleeve-type bearings. Unless they have a type of rifling, or other way of displacing lubricant, sleeve bearings can be rather noisy on their side, and also not last as long.

As for the first question, it depends on what...
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The third question, I'll be straight up honest, I don't know off the top of my head.

For the second question, a single large fan would probably be quieter, but two smaller fans might manage to move more air. However, you'll notice that some 200mm fans are rated to only move 40-70 CFM. A single (respectable) 120mm fan can move that amount. I have never used any 200mm fans, so I do not know what to recommend in that area. Also, since the fan will be on its side, I can tell you that you'll want to stay away from Sleeve-type bearings. Unless they have a type of rifling, or other way of displacing lubricant, sleeve bearings can be rather noisy on their side, and also not last as long.

As for the first question, it depends on what you're going for. Do you want a quieter fan, or a fan that will give you better (thermal) performance?
 
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