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    M-152XL Owners: Where are the damn vents on the bottom?

    Discussion in 'Gateway and eMachines' started by Lakjin, Jul 4, 2008.

  1. Lakjin

    Lakjin Notebook Deity

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    Okay so i looked and looked. I just cannot figure out which of the damn ones is the one with the fan behind. I cant see it thru any of them!!

    Anyone know? Its concerning the vents on the bottom. Im trying to figure out which notebook cooler would fit me best...

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    Lakjin, Jul 4, 2008
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    I don't want to encourage unhealthy behavior but, well do a smoke test. Light a cigarette and hold it by the vents. Will tell you if intake/exhaust or passive.

    Edit: None of those actively exhaust air. They are intakes trust me! It is basic, happy 4th buddy!
     
    powerpack, Jul 4, 2008
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  3. Lakjin

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    Okay ill take your word for it. Any idea what cooler would be best for it? Ideally i want a good cooler for under 30 shipped...but may end up going for the zalman if i find nothing better/cheaper

    Happy 4th to ya too man.
     
    Lakjin, Jul 5, 2008
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    100, is where the cpu fan is.
     
    James101, Jul 6, 2008
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  5. Lakjin

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    you sure? gateway pictures say that is where the memory is
     
    Lakjin, Jul 6, 2008
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