Overclocking fan speed?

[devinkoz]

I have a 9800gt, and in EVGA precision you can overclock your fan speed. If I put it max (100) would that be OK, or would it mess the fan up?

 

[gracefully]

That is fine. You being able to do it means that EVGA thinks it's safe to let you do so.

 

[rodney_ws]

I'm not sure you'd tolerate the loud noise levels from a fan running at 100%. My XFX 5850 (admittedly a completely different card) sounds like a vacuum cleaner at 100%. Additionally, you're almost certainly shortening the life of the fan by a LARGE amount. If this card is meant for long-term usage, seriously consider running the fan at a lower setting or leaving it set to auto.

 

[devinkoz]

I also got this other cooler for computer, goes right next to my gpu. Ive noticed a difference, but i overclocked it a little so I beleive I need all the extra air I can get ;p