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Hello,
I'm not happy with the noise level of my main computer so I am thinking of rebuilding it in a Fractal Design Define R4 (no window). I want to use a Corsair H100i with Noctua 120 mm fans (I forgot the model but its the good ones) replacing the stock corsair fans. I also want two more case fans for a total of 4 fans.
The Define R4 has a built in fan controller for up to 3 fans so I am considering using a y-splitter on two of them. Is there a downside to having a y-splitter on a fan controller? I have used them on the motherboard connectors before but I have never tried that with a fan controller. Will there be a difference in RPM between the fans on the splitter and the fans with their own connectors?
Alternatively, the H100i can control 4 fans with software but I really like the switch on the Fractal case.
Cheers,
Tom
I'm not happy with the noise level of my main computer so I am thinking of rebuilding it in a Fractal Design Define R4 (no window). I want to use a Corsair H100i with Noctua 120 mm fans (I forgot the model but its the good ones) replacing the stock corsair fans. I also want two more case fans for a total of 4 fans.
The Define R4 has a built in fan controller for up to 3 fans so I am considering using a y-splitter on two of them. Is there a downside to having a y-splitter on a fan controller? I have used them on the motherboard connectors before but I have never tried that with a fan controller. Will there be a difference in RPM between the fans on the splitter and the fans with their own connectors?
Alternatively, the H100i can control 4 fans with software but I really like the switch on the Fractal case.
Cheers,
Tom
clankfu32
October 17, 2014 11:52:59 PM
EasyLover
October 17, 2014 10:03:23 AM
clankfu32
October 17, 2014 9:15:31 AM
EasyLover said:
With manual fan controller there is no such restriction. Have you been able to correctly use the R4 controller? Many users have complained/asked about the configuration and molex connector issue.I haven't built it yet. This is my first build and my R4 should be delivered soon.
Can you point me to any threads or links discussing this configuration and molex connector issue?
EasyLover
October 17, 2014 9:13:13 AM
clankfu32
October 17, 2014 9:08:17 AM
EasyLover
October 17, 2014 9:06:26 AM
clankfu32
October 17, 2014 9:00:15 AM
EasyLover
February 15, 2014 9:22:48 AM
xTamx420
February 15, 2014 9:22:01 AM
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EasyLover
February 15, 2014 9:12:10 AM
There would not be any downside of connecting y splitter in either corsair link or Fractal case switch. Noctua produces great fans. However, their 15 series is giving more noise so better stick with 14 series fans. Just make sure you are getting PWM fans so that their speed can be controlled. Else you can use Corsair SP120mm High Performance Edition.
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