The proper airflow for Define R4

k4zn4

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Hey guys,

so I am getting the Fractal design Define R4 case today/tomorrow.

I know its coming with 2 vents (front intake and back exhaust), I also already bought another 2 (the same 140mm R2 FD that come with the case) to improve the airflow. Being a silent case, I understand I will loose some of the quietness, but I prefer to have a bit more air.

What are you suggestions of where to put the additional 2 vents? I have 2 ideas, but really not sure about this:

1. 1 as another intake in the front and one as bottom intake (this would mean 3 intakes and only 1 exhaust..)

2. 1 as bottom intake and one as top exhaust (this would mean 2 intakes and 2 exhaust, but would influence sound, since Id be removing sound dampening material from one of top vent positions)

Any other ideas? This is my first build, I have seen numerous threads about different airflows, so any help is really appreciated.

Thanks