I need a good case fan brand

The case fan in my Dell is starting to make some noise. I will probably have to replace it in the near future and would like any brand recommendations on fans. I haven't had to deal with fan replacements before, so I want to make sure I look at a quality product. I'm looking for a 12 volt 92x92x25 fan. Thanks.

Mike

 

Hello Mike,

Off the top of my head, Antec, Thermaltake, Zalman. If the system is modest I find CoolerMaster are decent quality.

Matt

 

These look pretty good:
SilenX IXP-64-14 92mm Case Fan
# Air Flow: 42 CFM
# Color: Black
# Compatibility: Case
# Dimensions: 92 x 92 x 25mm
# Noise Level: 14 dBA
# Package Contents: Case Fan 3/4 pin Fan Connector Screws
# Power Connector: 3 / 4 Pin
# RPM: 1600 RPM
# Model #: IXP-64-14
# Item #: N82E16835191011

Low noise level !
Good air flow.

 

Mike,

Go to www.svc.com and have a field day. Primary factors to consider are air movement in CFM, noise measured by DB and bearing type - ball bearing vs bushing or sleeve. You can also get into variable speed fans with thermal sensors or all the permutations of colored lights and LEDs but you won't find a single site better than this one for fans.

 

Thanks guys! I'll poke around the link and search the brands you mention to see what I find.

Mike

 

Scythe fans. And yeah, I was going to get some from www.svc.com as well.