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    NEED advice for notebook coolers

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by neofx19, Jun 27, 2005.

  1. neofx19

    neofx19 Notebook Consultant

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    I'm looking for a notebook cooler and right now I can get this at a local store so i was wondering if this is anygood or not?

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    Bytecc td-3000

    or should i just go for this

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    Cooler Master Notepal R9-NBC

    thanks
     
    neofx19, Jun 27, 2005
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  2. RKG72MP

    RKG72MP Notebook Geek

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    Bytecc NC500 Aluminum stand works for me! It's probably one of the better ones out there for the price (($25 or less)). Avoid Plastic coolers if you can.
     
    RKG72MP, Nov 12, 2005
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  3. j0hn00

    j0hn00 Notebook Evangelist

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    You'll get more cooling with fans than just heat pipes alone... specifically, an aluminum cooler with fans. Check out Newegg.com for a wider selection.
     
    j0hn00, Nov 12, 2005
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  4. Brian

    Brian Working at 486 Speed NBR Reviewer

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    Targus sells a few fan-based models in most stores.
     
    Brian, Nov 14, 2005
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  5. FiReBReTHa

    FiReBReTHa Notebook Consultant

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    y avoid plastic?

    Mine has been functioning well and is comfy in my lap. .
     
    FiReBReTHa, Nov 14, 2005
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  6. j0hn00

    j0hn00 Notebook Evangelist

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    Because aluminum dissipates heat quite well versus plastic does squat. It helps in addition to the air flow that the fans produce.
     
    j0hn00, Nov 14, 2005
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    cheziyi Notebook Consultant

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    Or if you are really broke or if you like to diy, you can prop the back of your laptop and put small pc fans behind it, or, you can just put a huge standing fan behind it.
     
    cheziyi, Nov 14, 2005
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