Question re switching case fan voltages on the fly

Teemsan · Jul 16, 2015

Hi

System specs in my icon to the left.

I have a Fractal Design R4 case. It has a voltage switch on the front for case fans. The options are 5, 7 & 12 volts. Normally I have it at 7 volts which is the perfect balance between temps and still being able to take advantage of the case's noise dampening. However during large transfers, especially during backups, the drives will sometimes heat up - not overheat, but still more than I'd like (40+ C). So I'm wondering if it's OK to switch the fan voltage on the fly? I'd be going from 7 to 12.

Thanks

skit75 · Jul 16, 2015

yup.... that is what that switch is there for =)

Teemsan · Jul 16, 2015

Thanks skit75. I know that's what it's there for. I just wasn't sure whether I could do that on the fly, or if it was better to shut down, then switch, then power back up.

skit75 · Jul 16, 2015

The +12V is there the whole time(from the supply). The switch is just to drop down the voltage if you want the fan(s) to spin slower. No need to shut down since the circuit is in the switch itself. Your power supply won't notice anything. I would use mine, more, if it was easier to reach. =)

Search

Question re switching case fan voltages on the fly

Teemsan

Distinguished

skit75

skit75

Splendid

Teemsan

Distinguished

skit75

Splendid

TRENDING THREADS

Latest posts

Moderators online

Share this page