TropicalPreist Posted October 17, 2009 Posted October 17, 2009 Now that i have these fans i'd like to be able to tone them down a bit on the fly. Sound is kinda load. Im leaning more towards this. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx...N82E16811998808 It has to be black i'd like it to match my case. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCFreak Posted October 17, 2009 Posted October 17, 2009 I had this one in my older case: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx...N82E16811998065 Loved it. Essentially, provided the power inputs etc. are sufficient ... they all do the same thing. I like this one because it is simple, no LEDs or gadgets just straight control. In fact, I miss it, I need to find it ... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mazakman Posted October 17, 2009 Posted October 17, 2009 The sunbeam might be interesting if you don't mind the bright LEDs. I just ordered one this past Thursday from directcanada.com for $13.38 CDN... among other goodies http://www.directcanada.com/products/?sku=...facture=SUNBEAM I'm still using Vantec fan controllers (not available anymore) and they worked fine for me but the sunbeam can support a bit more wattage as opposed the Vantecs. Hope this helps. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ccokeman Posted October 17, 2009 Posted October 17, 2009 The Sunbeam should be able to handle the load! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikesnow Posted October 17, 2009 Posted October 17, 2009 I am using a software controller atm, it's nice but it only supports 3 fans, althought they do offer and expanssion board to add another 3 fans. I am unaware if there are more software fan controlers out there? Anyone know of any, the one i have is a hideaway PCB and it connects thru an internal usb header to interface with the software, it's nice but I like options. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
rmb938 Posted October 18, 2009 Posted October 18, 2009 software fan controllers can only control the fans that are connected to your board. Mostly thats 3-4 fans. Anything else you need a hardware controller. I have the SunbeamTech controller and it works pretty good. A bit bright if you have it in your room at night but its still good. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikesnow Posted October 18, 2009 Posted October 18, 2009 http://www.koolance.com/water-cooling/prod...?product_id=797 this is what i have and you can add http://www.koolance.com/water-cooling/prod...?product_id=798 that for more fans and pumps, just didn't know if there were any other similar ones like this out there. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crazy_Nate Posted October 18, 2009 Posted October 18, 2009 I tend to like fan controllers at with higher wattage capacities. If I have lots of fans (which I do), I pair them up by channel - basically one intake and one exhaust, appropriately chosen based on air flow (i.e. the top most fan on the front goes to the blowhole on top). I also have both CPU heatsink fans on the same channel. 8 fans, and 4 channels The scythe looks really clean, but, depending on how many fans you're using, it might not have sufficient power handling capabilities. The sunbeam is highly recommended, and I believe it is 20W / channel. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ccokeman Posted October 18, 2009 Posted October 18, 2009 I remember mine having the ability to control 92mm tornados back when i had them Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mazakman Posted October 18, 2009 Posted October 18, 2009 What brand of fan controller were you using Frank? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ccokeman Posted October 18, 2009 Posted October 18, 2009 A re branded Sunbeam. I still have it am am trying to find it. I use a Zalman MFC 2 2 now that is controlling 3 Scythe KAZE 2000 RPM fans Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TropicalPreist Posted October 19, 2009 Posted October 19, 2009 I don't know the types of fans i have that came with the case itself. But they all have their own speed controllers. My only concern are the two cpu fans since they are the loudest. 3000rpm. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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