Hi guys, first time here
I have a question about fans. this is my first build (on paper, have'nt bought the components yet) it is costy, but I think it will fullfil my expected uses ,as listed bellow, brilliantlly for the next 5 years:
CPU:Intel core i-5 2500 3.3 GHz ,6 MB (with GPU core max resolution 1920X1200)
RAM:6 GB DDR3 1333MHz
MB:Gigabyte H67MA-UD2H-B3(has H/W monitoring including all fans, supports EasyTUNE software; form factor: micro ATX)
SC: on board 7.1 channel
LAN: On Board 1 x Realtek RTL8111E chip (10/100/1000 Mbit)
(for the next 6 months going to surf wireless with external high gain antenna with a USB interface)
HDD: 1 X 7200 rpm 16 MB SATA3 500 GB
ODD: 1X DVD+-RW x22 SATA interface
PSU: Seasonic S12II Bronze 520 W (has a fan)
CASE:Thermaltake Dokker Midi Tower Series Black Case
VM600M1W2Z (built in rear exhusting fan of 1300rpm,17dBA)
has place for additional 6 fans:
bottom: 1x120mm + 1x80mm intake
top: 1x120 mm + 1x200 mm exhaust
side: 1x120 mm intake
front: 1x120 mm intake
(2 at bottom, 2 at top, 1 sidal, 1 at front)
CPU FAN: Arctic Freezer13 92 mm PWM controlled
internal 3.5'' card reader
OS: Windows7 64 bit
the case fans i was thinking about: Arctic Cooling Arctic F12 Pro PWM 120mm or TC controlled or physiclly manully controlled(don't know yet..but if I am going to add fans, i think they should be controlled for noise and energy reasons)
Uses:
1. (most of the time) as a work station for my business which requires dual 22" monitor hook up, running Microsoft SQL SERVER, running Microsoft IIS as a local host, running Microsoft Visual Studio, programming and running web and desktop applications with this tools (relatively simple applications for now and on Windows) while being aided by online research, skype and MS Office operating at the same time. i will frequently use USB ports and probably eSATA2 for backups. The computer will be on from morning to night.
2. as a HTPC -i'd like to watch movies and hook up sorround speakers in the future (my MB supports Dolby home theater), also thinking of buying an external TV tuner.
3. i don't really game...
I used an online power consumption calculator that said consumption will be 375watt but i think it's better to leave some margin and go for a 520watt PSU.
Taking all that into account, do i need additional cooling (other than the CPU fan, case rear fan, PSU fan to ensure long and lasting life for my hardware?
I was thinking of placing intaking 120 mm fans at the front and side of case,
and 2 exhausting 120 mm fans at top and behind the HDD, is that too much, are case fans just for gamers? if not, what positioning would you suggest?