Dead Parrot Sketch:
I bought some NMBs. They're very quiet, but they don't move enough air for your application, and there is still a hum.
I suggest getting the variable speed "Galaxy". I've got one on my GC68. Surprisingly smooth and balanced for the price. I run on the lowest setting (continuously variable), and get 37°C in normal operation of an 850 Tbird @ 1GHz. The rheostat leads are long enough to work with, but they're dainty, so I recommend wrapping with black electrical tape. I stuck the rheostat out the back of my case so it can be cranked up come summer time.
As a bonus, you can tell instantly if the fan is plugged in, by the two flashing blue LEDs!
I bought a five-pack of these fans, and consider them a "best buy".
Edit: A typical motherboard will stop seeing the rpm sensor at the lower speeds. I've seen this happen with other variable speed fans also.
I bought some NMBs. They're very quiet, but they don't move enough air for your application, and there is still a hum.
I suggest getting the variable speed "Galaxy". I've got one on my GC68. Surprisingly smooth and balanced for the price. I run on the lowest setting (continuously variable), and get 37°C in normal operation of an 850 Tbird @ 1GHz. The rheostat leads are long enough to work with, but they're dainty, so I recommend wrapping with black electrical tape. I stuck the rheostat out the back of my case so it can be cranked up come summer time.
As a bonus, you can tell instantly if the fan is plugged in, by the two flashing blue LEDs!
I bought a five-pack of these fans, and consider them a "best buy".
Edit: A typical motherboard will stop seeing the rpm sensor at the lower speeds. I've seen this happen with other variable speed fans also.