I am having trouble deciding if it is best to get the vented or fan table. Any advice?
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The fan is actively cooling, vented would just passively allow heat to escape (and I think the aluminum should conduct some heat as well??). Depending on how hot your laptop gets I'd go with the fan. I'm really happy I did - I have an older macbook which gets really hot. It stays considerably cooler and quieter with the fans on (just plug the cord into a USB port) compared to with the fans off. The fans are not loud at all either. Price seems to be the same (and at this time both are 40% off) for the vented and fan one, I'd go with the fan. You can always disconnect or even remove the fans to transform it into a vented one.
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I've had both, and the one with the fan was quite a bit flimsier. This may vary from production run to production run, however. I keep close track of my computer temps (having once had the misfortune to own an HP laptop which melted) and the passive cooling seems to work as well as the fan.
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The fan is actively cooling, vented would just passively allow heat to escape (and I think the aluminum should conduct some heat as well??). Depending on how hot your laptop gets I'd go with the fan. I'm really happy I did - I have an older macbook which gets really hot. It stays considerably cooler and quieter with the fans on (just plug the cord into a USB port) compared to with the fans off. The fans are not loud at all either.Price seems to be the same (and at this time both are 40% off) for the vented and fan one, I'd go with the fan. You can always disconnect or even remove the fans to transform it into a vented one. The fan is actively cooling, vented would just passively allow heat to escape (and I think the aluminum should conduct some heat as well??). Depending on how hot your laptop gets I'd go with the fan. I'm really happy I did - I have an older macbook which gets really hot. It stays considerably cooler and quieter with the fans on (just plug the cord into a USB port) compared to with the fans off. The fans are not loud at all either.Price seems to be the same (and at this time both are 40% off) for the vented and fan one, I'd go with the fan. You can always disconnect or even... » Read More The fan is actively cooling, vented would just passively allow heat to escape (and I think the aluminum should conduct some heat as well??). Depending on how hot your laptop gets I'd go with the fan. I'm really happy I did - I have an older macbook which gets really hot. It stays considerably cooler and quieter with the fans on (just plug the cord into a USB port) compared to with the fans off. The fans are not loud at all either.Price seems to be the same (and at this time both are 40% off) for the vented and fan one, I'd go with the fan. You can always disconnect or even remove the fans to transform it into a vented one. « Show Less
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i already had a fan, but they have plenty on amazon to do the job.make sure you get the arctic silver thermal paste too. this will keep theamd running cooler.
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I think It would be far to much for that small space. IMHO!!! But One would probably be okay with a couple good exhaust fans. good Luck!!
491474
The more ventilation the better. As long as you have pleanty of soffit vents three would work well particularly if you live in a climate that has high heat and humidity
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I am currently using the stock fan. At stock speeds my computer stays pretty cool, 15-20 C. When playing online games however, they go up to 40-45 which I guess isn't too bad. With higher settings on games/programs the fan then turns into something like a Bulldozer running over C4, extremely loud but does a pretty "Ok" job at keeping the CPU cool if it isn't put under anything over regular use stress. I would highly recommend getting a better fan if you have the money, but if not, you should be fine until you manage to get your hands on one.
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I have 2 in my kitchen island as long as you maintain a 1/2" air gap you should be ok. Iv never had a issue but they are rear venting, most high end built ins are bottom venting.
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I have those same dimensions, though, in a big wooden box. It's overkill definitely but works really well. I have no ventilation issues at all. I did need to put two HUGE intake ports in though, as there is A LOT of negative pressure. Since you're using a tent you should make sure you can add more intakes if needed. Don't burn your fan out. And make sure you can support the sides of your tent because they will suck in like crazy.
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I installed mine in a 16x24 great room with cathedral ceiling on a 6' down rod. It makes a nice breeze on the lowest setting, and is a dramatic visual addition to the room. The CFM rating as well as the installation height both affect the "feel" of the air movement, so go with whichever fan you prefer the look of. BTW, if your ceiling is sloped significantly, you will need the steep ceiling adapter bracket.
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I think the manual tells you about this. But the unit should be placed in a bedroom because you are likely to spend more quite time there and there is likely to be less movement of air into and out of the room. As for the table, you must remember that the heater inside the unit heats up to over 400 degrees. For this reason, it's best to place the unit on the floor where the air is the coolest. The heated air can travel further from the floor to the ceiling and would circulate more air than if the unit were placed 3 or 4 feet from the floor.
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Depending on the Temp in your home/office. I actually have my computer in one corner of my house that gets pretty warm and my Cooler Master V8 never has a problem. I would say use liquid cooling if you have a small airless environment with a small case that has few places (vent areas on the case) to put fans. Otherwise, air cooling is easier to install/replace and will cool things down just fine.
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It depends upon what features are important to you. I recommend that you consider the 4000R which has reverse switch so you can either vent or bring fresh air in. The color refers to the trim on the fan that needs to match the trim in your RV Bathroom. Fantastic fans are quieter and move more air than standard equipment and are well worth the money. Replacing your old vent fan is a challenging job, but a skilled handy man who follows directions can accomplish in a few hours.
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I can answer the first two. Ventilation is excellent, you control a lot of the air flow by which by where, in conjunction with the wind, you place it as you can leave open completely the rear and the front. As for Stuffy, this ties back to which and how you choose to open the vents, and the wind. However, if you're going to be in a dry, or overly humid environment, with little external wind, you'd be wise to purchase some DC Fans, but that is with any outdoor enclosure. As for smell, I have a desentized nose, so I can't help you there.
1958209
Air flow could be a problem. I think a roof vent would be a better choice and last longer. The plastic in these vents deteriorate over time by oxidation.
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I'd get one that is bigger. This is just ok for a 15 x 15 room in my opinion. Makes a nice noise, circulates air pretty well - but won't cool a room off in my experience. Good luck!
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Hello Richard, I had the same dilemma and I decided that the fan would be much more effective when used as an exhaust fan. I have a very hot running tube amp and it keeps it running warm. I did angle the cabinet to the back wall so that the air would be reflected away at about a 15 degree angle. Hope this helps. Jnm
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If possible, you want a "chimney effect" where the hot air is "pulled" out. I prefer to have my fans on top. Most cases and components and cases are designed and positioned to take advantage of heat rising to help the airflow. If your equipment has any other fans, use the external to assist their flow, not compete against it.
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Ours, ceiling mounted, runs quite warm. I second the recommendation to use standoffs to increase airflow around the unit. I suspect that will help it last longer.