Hey everyone, I'm looking for some guidance on how to properly install my 240mm all-in-one cooler. Should the fans be mounted between the case and the radiator, like in this example where you can see the fans clearly? Or would it be better to have the radiator positioned between the case and fans as shown in another example? Also, when it comes to the tubing from the radiator, should it be coming from the top like in both images I've seen, or is it better for them to be at the bottom? Thanks for your help!
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If you mount the fans on the outside, you'll get some nice ARGB effects through the front and it might help with air pressure as well. On the flip side, having the fans inside might make cleaning a bit easier since most of the dust will get caught on the front of the radiator. But keep in mind that you'd generally want to remove the fans for a thorough clean anyway. As for the tubing, it's usually best to position them at the bottom. This way, any air trapped inside the radiator will stay up top. Just make sure that the pump is lower than the radiator’s highest point; otherwise, air can still end up in the pump.
Thanks for the info! I'm using the Corsair 275R case, which has a solid front panel with some vent gaps. Will that affect where I position the fans? Also, should the fans be set to pull air towards the back of the case?