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    Notebook cooling

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by r34p3rex, Apr 23, 2008.

  1. r34p3rex

    r34p3rex Notebook Consultant

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    Which notebook cooler do you guys currently use? I'm building my own for home use(complete with usb hub, gadget charging tips, etc) but i'd like one that i can take on the go that can be run off USB or be battery powered

    price isn't an issue so hit me up with your best suggestions :D
     
    r34p3rex, Apr 23, 2008
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  2. Seshan

    Seshan Rawrrr!

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    I was thinking of making my own for home to, But I wasn't sure if it would be safe to connect the fans right to a usb cord then to a usb. How are you doing it?

    For ones you can take with you look at the ZM-NC1000 (google it) there are really nice looking and have had good reviews.
     
    Seshan, Apr 23, 2008
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  3. Needmore4less

    Needmore4less Notebook aficionado

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    Look on newegg, VIZO has one who looks really good (all aluminum) very similar to the NC-1000 and a lot cheaper.
     
    Needmore4less, Apr 23, 2008
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    ahl395 Ahlball

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    I would suggest getting this instead: http://targus.com/us/product_details.asp?sku=PA243U

    I havent had good luck with Powered ones with fans. Ive had two. Different brands too. They both "surged the USB port" by taking to much power than supported as windows stated. On the other computer i tested, the cool pad just shut off. So, i dont use them anymore. I like the current one i have, i suggest it to you.
     
    ahl395, Apr 24, 2008
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  5. X2P

    X2P COOLING | NBR Super Mod

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    Current king is the NC2000/1000 silent and effective review in sig... after that I would reccomend the Belkin cooler
     
    X2P, Apr 24, 2008
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