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Figure 7-34 Case fan

The single biggest issue related to case fans is where to plug them in. Case

fans may come with standard Molex connectors, which are easy to plug in, or

they may come with special three-pronged power connectors that need to

connect to the motherboard. You can get adapters to plug three-pronged

connectors into Molex connectors or vice versa.

Maintaining Airflow

A computer is an enclosed system, and computer cases help the fans keep

things cool: everything is inside a box. Although many tech types like to run

their systems with the side panel of the case open for easy access to the

components, in the end they are cheating themselves. Why? A closed case

enables the fans to create airflow. This airflow substantially cools off interior

components. When the side of the case is open, you ruin the airflow of the

system, and you lose a lot of cooling efficiency.

An important point to remember when implementing good airflow inside

your computer case is that hot air rises. Warm air always rises above cold air,

and you can use this principle to your advantage in keeping your computer

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