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Donkbaca:

So i am building a slim cabinet, and putting a pc and xb 360 in it.  Should i add fans to it?  I think it should be okay with just ventilation slots in the back.  The PC, I think should be fine, and the XB 360 has new thermal paste and the x-clamps removed.  Plus it will have the dvd player removed, and will probably have the top of the case off.

I know it will be a decently cramped space, but I think the XB 360 will have plenty of air flow with the top off and the hard drive removed. 

Do you think I should add fans?

I don't want to drop another 50 bucks on fans, especially since I hate the sound of all the fans buzzing.

Let me know,

thanks

DNA Dan:

Do you have intake vents near the bottom?

clutch:

I got this for my entertainment center.  The enclosed components generate some heat.  It has a sensor on it, so the fans only kick in once a certain temp is reached and then kick off once the temp is lowered.  I can barely hear them.
http://www.coolerguys.com/840556082224.html

Donkbaca:

I plan on putting vents near the bottom and top if the area.

Clutch, that seems like a good solution, but I would rather not drop the 70 bucks if I don't have to.

BobA:

A 120mm fan and a single fan controller should cost less than $15 and is really good insurance.   120mm fans are built to be quiet at full speed so a lower speed setting usually makes it inaudible.



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