Hey everyone! I'm currently setting up my Vector V100 case from Lian Li and I'm kind of stressing over my fan arrangement. I've planned for 7 intake fans and just 2 exhaust fans based on the design I shared in [this image](https://imgur.com/a/aXflkL2). I'm worried this might lead to issues getting all the hot air out of the case.
I don't want to switch out the top fans to exhaust because that would pull cold air away from the CPU cooler intake, which seems counterproductive. There's also a middle fan directly above the CPU cooler, and while I could remove the bottom fans, I think they help keep the GPU cool.
Any thoughts or advice would be really appreciated! Thanks!
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Having more intakes than exhausts creates positive pressure, which is actually beneficial for keeping your case clean. Modern builds usually manage temperatures pretty well, so I wouldn’t stress too much about it. Your case will handle heat better than those older designs you might remember!
Your setup should be fine! If you’re really worried about it, just remember you don’t have to fill every fan slot. Sometimes less is more, especially if it helps with airflow. You could leave some spaces empty and it wouldn’t hurt the performance significantly. Plus, those Thermalright fans are affordable, so you could always swap things later on if you feel like it!
Just a heads up, too many intakes can create some risks too! You want a good balance; if your fans can’t push out enough hot air, it could end up heating things up inside. I'd suggest reconsidering your fan setup—maybe reducing the bottom ones might help balance things out without messing up your CPU cooler airflow too much.
That’s exactly what I’m worried about! Do you think cutting back to 5 intakes would be a better move? It feels risky changing the airflow so much with the top and side fans.
Also, check out the Fractal Design Torrent; it might give you some fresh ideas on airflow management!
Definitely, aesthetics matter, but keep in mind that optimal airflow can make a bigger difference! If you don’t overthink it too much, you might find a setup that looks good and works great.