Upgrading the shuttle fan...

[Prodigy]

Is it a simple job to upgrade the shuttle fan?

I'm thinking of getting a nice quiet 80mm panaflo fan (32db, 40CFM) and having it running all the time rather than the current offering.

Is it just a case of pulling the other one out and putting this one in?

Also is it worth replacing the psu fan and will it make much difference?

One more question: I'm currently not using the shim. How easy is it to damage the cpu with the heatpipe? Is it worth putting it on after I next take it apart?

[Russ]

replacing the case fan is simple, any1 could do it.

PSU fan - yes aslong as u can solder and secure the wires afterward (only 2)

and shim, cooler without, and aslong as u dont drop it, safe without also :E

[Prodigy]

Cheers Russ.

I've ordered myself that Panaflo fan. Probably be a bit noisier but worth it for the extra cooling.

Won't bother with PSU fan even though I'm quite good at soldering.

[Sinizter]

If you replace the Shuttle fan, it becomes almost silent if you pick the right fan ....

Even a normal fan, not known to be quiet will still be quieter in the shuttle as it is temperature controlled.

[Russ]

i had the s4 off ultim8 (THANKS NIGEL ) and that shifts loads of air, and as silent as a mouse

[Ultim8pc]

Originally posted by Prodigy
Is it a simple job to upgrade the shuttle fan?

For instructions on changind the PSU fan see an old article of mine wher I did this on my SS51G - here.

Hope this helps.