dbocce3 wrote:Do I need to

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June 8, 2011 at 4:16 pm #4332
mikinho
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    • Do I need to install a fan on top of the CPU or will the fans in the case be sufficient?

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    You have plenty of room so you’ll still want a CPU heatsinkfan (HSF).  The stock fan that comes with Core i3-2100T should suffice.  It isn’t the most efficient but you have a server case so I’m assuming it isn’t going to be physically located in an area you care.  The case fans will also be louder than the fan on the stock HSF.

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    • How can I find out what type of fan fits over the CPU and on the board? Can you make any recommendations as to a type or where to look?

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    I would try the stock HSF first but if you do want to upgrade then any LGA 1155 fan will work.  From there you’ll need to check 3 basic dimensions: 1- How much vertical space you have between the CPU and the chassis cover.  Shouldn’t be an issue; 2- The diameter around the CPU for any components that may interfere.  Again, shouldn’t be a problem with just about any HSF you choose with this case; 3- If you get a large HSF that clearance with RAM modules.  This is a concern when you go with larger modules w/ crazy heat-sinks on them.