Blow Holes (Case Mod)

[shamus21]

Any of you guys done this mod.

Thinking of doing a BlowHole on the side of my case over where the Graphic card sits , going to use a 120mm fan (more air and lower sound level for this size ) What do you think is best blowing into case or out.

[Stoo]

In would probably give you more benefit

[Jonny M]

Have it blowing in.

[Austin]

In as said. However you could simply disrupt the natural airflow through the case rather than enhance it. It's generally considered optimal to have cool air coming in from the bottom front of the case (either an intake fan or simply vents) and the PSU and a case fan exhausting the warm air from the case. This creates a smooth airflow through the case which is deemed ideal. Side intakes have become very popular with case modding and the additon of windows but don't assume they'll necessarily improve things. A lot depends upon your case design ... and I probably am nit-picking here as I doubt the diffs will be even moderately important. Always best to check your temps have actually lowered, you may need a variable control for the fan but see how you go.

[p0lish]

I have two 120mm fans sitting on teh side of my case. If you need any advice just pm me.
I must say that temps went down by 3-4 degrees after the mod. That is in Celcius ofcourse. It is a simple and rewarding mod!