Peace and quiet

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pikarob
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Peace and quiet

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I've been doing some research on the internet in the spare time I might find now and then, and have just understood how the decibel scale works...as it explains a lot to me now.<br><br>Since it is a logarithmic scale, a difference of 3db could mean a double increase in audible level for the HUMAN ear. There are ways to calculate total noise...<br><br>BUT what I'm trying to find out are ways to make my computer shut up...such as all the fan noise.<br><br>Hard drive noise is barely audible, only when reading/writing frantically. (A nice IBM 75GXP 30.4Gb).<br><br>Noise: PSU Fan, CPU fan, Case Fan, Hard drive cooler fan.<br><br>FANS!!! You can buy ones that are generally quieter, and sometimes "silent", but they aren't so effective in cooling.<br><br>How have you guys got round this sound problem if any? My computer can be heard outside the room with the door closed, but it doesn't sound like a Jumbo Jet.<br><br>I still need to research air flow/aerodynamics of heatsinks/environment around fans to reduce noise, and also materials that absorb sound. <br><br>Any suggestions/advice/experiences you gotta share?<br> <p></p><i></i>
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what I did

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I couldn't stand the noise anymore so I:<br><br>1. Got a "monster" vga extension cable and put the pc in the closet.<br>2. got rid of all fans except cpu and ps<br>3. put cheap quiet cpu fan on processor<br>4. generally don't clock much anymore 'cause of the heat issue, but the silence is worth it to me. <p></p><i></i>
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Re: what I did

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water block the b#*$*<br>then it will be much better<br>also use the 5V line to power<br>other fans, also some PS have a veriable <br>exaust fan like my enermax 451.<br>declock it=slower fans.<br>Elf <p></p><i></i>
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Re: what I did

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It's funny how my friend with a FOP38 doesn't think it's loud. I "think" his hearing is normal. One seems to be reaching the critical stage when you HEAR the noise, like the pipe dripping water or a mosquito when you're trying to go to sleep. Reminds me of one reason why I like sailing. Cut off the engine, and let the quiet wind gods take over. Overclocking does get its pound of flesh. That's my early morning 2 cents. <p></p><i></i>
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Re: what I did

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loud dam loud <p></p><i></i>
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Re: Peace and quiet

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I reciently took off the loud CPU fan and put on a undersized quiet one. Gave me no probs on a overclocked system. I also bought a new Power supply, (Antec 300 Watt, $49.00 at Best Buy) with a heat sensitive fan which is much better than the generic one that came with the case. The system is about 1/2 as loud as it used to be, so for my $50.00 bucks, i am happy with the results.<br><br>stackg <p></p><i></i>
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love the noise

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get a fop38, take off the cover of your harddrive and <br>replace all your case fans with deltas <p></p><i></i>
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Re: love the noise

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Yea, then you too will sound like LAX (Los Angeles International Airport). Huh ????? <!--EZCODE EMOTICON START ;) --><img src=http://www.ezboard.com/intl/aenglish/im ... s/wink.gif ALT=";)"><!--EZCODE EMOTICON END--> <!--EZCODE EMOTICON START :lol --><img src=http://www.ezboard.com/intl/aenglish/im ... /laugh.gif ALT=":lol"><!--EZCODE EMOTICON END--> <p></p><i></i>
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