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    coolers for most laptops?

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by MTHall51, Jul 4, 2008.

  1. MTHall51

    MTHall51 Notebook Evangelist

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    As a general rule, is there a particulary good brand or brands of the cooler pad/fan assemblies you attach to the bottom of most laptops?
    BTW: I forgot what the things are called.
    Looks like a common problem for watching movies may be heating from what I have heard.
     
    MTHall51, Jul 4, 2008
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    X2P COOLING | NBR Super Mod

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    Look at the notebook cooler buyers guide, link in sig
     
    X2P, Jul 4, 2008
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    They're usually just called "notebook coolers"

    I think Targus makes some good ones
     
    Crimson Roses, Jul 5, 2008
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    X2P COOLING | NBR Super Mod

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    Actually Targus is notorius to have the worst notebook coolers. Zalman and Cooler master top the list followed by NZXT and Vantech
     
    X2P, Jul 5, 2008
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    i know zalman makes good cooler products but are notebook coolers actually effective?
     
    BHD, Jul 5, 2008
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    Very... points to review of zalman and buyers guide in sig... My gf got better number then me.. 15-25C degrees lower for her
     
    X2P, Jul 5, 2008
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    I have passive Notebook cooler... a Radiation stand.
     
    Nocturnal310, Jul 5, 2008
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    Johnny T Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    As mentioned, yes, but it heavily depends whether the cooler fits your notebook (ie. placements of fans). So there is no better cooler than other, its just what works best with your notebook. :)
     
    Johnny T, Jul 5, 2008
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    I would said it must have more than one fan, and good low noise fans, not too heavy and easily to transport, perhaps something you can fold.
     
    Wirelessman, Jul 6, 2008
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