Is a 12-Fan PC Setup Excessive?
I currently have 12 case and radiator fans: three on top, three on the right, two on the bottom, one on the left, and three attached to a…
noise reduction
How many case fans do I need for a quiet PC?
I'm trying to make my PC as quiet as possible. I replaced the original case fans with three Be Quiet! Pure Wings 3 120 mm fans—two intake fans…
Should I Replace My AIO With an Air Cooler for a Quieter, High-Load PC?
I recently built a PC in a GameMax Infinity Pro case with an Intel 270K Plus, GeForce RTX 5070 Ti Gaming OC, and 64GB of DDR5 Lexar Thor…
Should I upgrade from the stock cooler to a better air cooler or go for an AIO?
I have an Intel i5-14400F paired with an RTX 4060 ti in my custom PC. Initially, I decided to stick with the stock Intel cooler, thinking it would…
Tips for Reducing Coil Whine on GPUs
I've recently purchased a few power supply units, the RM1000x and RM1000X Shift, but both of them have had coil whine issues. Is there a particular PSU model…
Best Quiet Cooling Solutions for My New Server Build
I'm planning to build a server featuring a 7800X3D processor to run 24/7 in my bedroom, where noise is a big concern since I need to sleep in…
Is My CPU Temperature Normal at Idle and Under Load?
I have some ICUE fans installed in my case that come with a temperature sensor. The temperature inside my case ranges from 22°C to 26°C, which keeps my…
How Can I Upgrade My PC for Better Performance and Less Noise?
I purchased my PC in 2022, and I've already upgraded the RAM to 32GB. However, I'm experiencing an issue now where it makes a lot of noise, especially…
How Can I Optimize My PC's Fan Control for Better Cooling?
I'm trying to find the best way to optimize the fan curves for my PC cooling setup, but I'm a bit lost on where to start. Noise isn't…
Can I Control My Case Fans After Unplugging Them from the PSU?
I recently bought a pre-built PC, and I've noticed that the case fans are a bit too noisy for my liking. I've tried adjusting the fan settings in…
Is It Safe to Run My PC with Only a CPU Fan?
I'm wondering if I can operate my PC with just the CPU fan, without any case fans. My motherboard doesn't seem to have fan control options, and I'm…
What's the Best Quiet Cooler for a 9900X3D?
I recently built a PC with a 9900X3D processor and decided to go with the Thermalright Peerless Assassin 120 cooler. However, I'm finding it to be louder than…
Which Air CPU Cooler Should I Choose for My New PC?
I've just built a new PC but I'm really frustrated with my current AIO cooler. It's super loud, one of its LEDs is malfunctioning (so I have to…
Connecting Two Computer Fans in Series: Will It Work and Reduce Noise?
I'm not a fan of noise from my computer and I'm exploring the idea of connecting two computer fans in series to see if that will reduce their…
Looking for Advice on Soundproofing a Noisy Server Room
Hey folks, I've been getting complaints about the noise level coming from our server room. Just a bit of background – it's actually just an old storage closet…
How can I reduce the loud hum from my case fans?
I've recently installed Thermalright ARGB Tl-C12C-s fans in my case alongside a Peerless Assassin 120 SE cooler, but now I'm dealing with this annoying high-pitched hum. I noticed…
Why are my PC fans so loud even with the framerate capped?
I've been playing Stellar Blade with the framerate limited to 120fps, and even then, my fans are really loud. The GPU usage stays around 80% with temperatures hitting…
How Many Fans Do I Really Need for My PC Build?
I'm assembling my new PC and I'm curious about fan setups. I'm working with an Nzxt H9 Flow case, an AMD 9950x3d CPU, a Be Quiet! Pure Power…
How Can I Lower the Heat and Noise from My Gaming PC?
Hey everyone! I recently bought a pre-built HP Pavilion Gaming PC (model TG01-2138nl) and while it's been performing well for the price I paid (800 euros in 2021),…