Need help with new CPU fan!

Dygard

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Sep 9, 2014
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Hey all.
I really want to pick up a new CPU fan; the stock fan is not powerful enough for my needs. However, I've got a mini ITX motherboard, so my options are fairly limited. What fans do you run? Do you have any good suggestions?
 

bliq

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it really depends on the case and motherboard you're using... height can be a problem with some cases- the PSU is often right above the CPU so you need a low profile solution. other times, it's the capacitors that are in the way. in that case you need to find others who have successfully mounted a given HSF on that motherboard. if you're really unlucky, you're facing both issues.

but no way for us to advise you properly without a little more info.