Hey everyone! I'm upgrading my PC cooling system and just bought some new fans to add a splash of color, since I'm not too happy with the old ones (they're non-RGB). I've got a total of 7 fans, but I'm not sure if I'll use all of them. I created an image to show my current setup and the options I'm considering. I'm totally open to new ideas that aren't already mentioned in my image. Here's the link to my options: [Fan Setup Image](https://imgur.com/a/kdL8yIL).
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I'd go with option 3. Remember, heat rises, so it's better to have the top and rear fans as exhaust. What really matters are your CPU and GPU temperatures, and as long as those are good, the specific fan layout isn't super crucial.
I think options 1 and 3 would work best for your setup. Option 2 seems to lack enough exhaust at the top, which might be an issue for heat management. Just my two cents!
I was leaning towards option 1 because it uses all the fans I bought, but someone mentioned that having the rear fan as an intake might mess up the airflow, especially affecting cooling for the components below.
Yeah, I've never had overheating issues. My CPU has never exceeded 80°C even under heavy loads. I'm just looking to enhance cooling a bit to extend the lifespan of my PC since I've been upgrading parts over the last five years like my very own Ship of Theseus.