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    Hard time finding notebook cooling fan filters

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by RayDawg, Jun 29, 2012.

  1. RayDawg

    RayDawg Notebook Consultant

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    I have a notepal u2 that I've used on and off again for the past 3 years. After 3 years of use, the fans have become incredibly dusty. I tried looking online for fan filters but so far, I haven't found any that seemed to fit my cooler. Does anyone have any recommendations?
     
    RayDawg, Jun 29, 2012
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  2. Kuu

    Kuu That Quiet Person

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    ...how about you dust out the fans?

    Other than that, you could just make your own.
     
    Kuu, Jun 29, 2012
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    I'm almost sure that such a product doesn't exist. and for a good reason, it will restrict airflow.
    but you can buy other fan filters and diy.
     
    __-_-_-__, Jun 30, 2012
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    mambastik Notebook Enthusiast

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    I've read that some people have successfully used pantyhose for dust filters. Haven't tried yet so I don't know how much air flow will be restricted.
     
    mambastik, Jun 30, 2012
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    flipfire Moderately Boss

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    flipfire, Jul 1, 2012
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  6. Syndrome

    Syndrome Torque Matters

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    Even a mesh cover such as panty hose or a speaker grill will cause ALOT of air flow restriction.
     
    Syndrome, Jul 1, 2012
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