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On 8 May 2004 18:45:22 -0700, Ed_ <eddie4664deletethis@hotmail.com>
wrote:
>In article <8hpq901a6g18qrv5lv471qc1grs7utgh8r@4ax.com>, Odysseus says...
>>
>>I have one of these fine cases but the one thing that bothers me is
>>the small interior of the case for air circulation. Now that summer
>>approaches I worry that my system might begin overheating as a
>>result.. Does anyone have any recommendations for cleaning up the
>>inside (cables) to increase airflow?
>
>I have built three, all still in the family so I know what's up with them. I
>have used Antec Cobra cables on all three. They are very flexible and can be
>tucked out of the way. Coolermaster also makes a nice flexible round cable for
>a few bucks less.
>
>I also used a second fan ( Thermaltake variable speed )
>http://www.newegg.com/app/ViewProductDesc.asp?description=11-999-122&depa=0 in
>the first two and will probably add one to the latest build which is sitting at
>the desk beside me right now.
>
>You can also tuck excess wiring behind the hard drive cage, although it is a
>stealth maneuver since the side panel can't be removed.
>
>These cases have excellent airflow and I don't think you will have problems if
>you take some care to tuck your cables and keep the filter clean.
>
I'll second that: if you can put up with the one-time hassle and mount
the hd(s) so the connectors are away from the open side of the case
(and it *is* a hassle with standard length flat connectors), then you
will enjoy superb airflow and coolness with this case.
Vic.