Hey everyone! I'm considering adding a PCIe WiFi card to my setup but I'm a bit concerned about the tight clearance between my GPU and the PCIe slot. I've shared some pictures for reference. My worry is that the WiFi card might block one of the GPU fans. I've read that PCIe cards are generally more reliable and offer better speeds than USB options, and I'd prefer not to use up a USB port if I can avoid it. From what I've seen, the width of the WiFi card should fit fine, but I'm mainly looking for advice regarding how it might affect GPU cooling. What do you all think?
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I'd recommend against blocking the GPU fan. Instead, look for a good USB WiFi adapter. Just make sure you don't go for a cheap one; something like a USB 3.0 powered adapter should work great!
Agreed! Blocking a fan can lead to overheating issues, which is definitely something you want to avoid. By the way, have you considered using Ethernet? It might be a more reliable option.