Re: PC Dust buildup

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In article <usVnpxjPFHA.1088@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>,
Newbie <microsoft@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
>So there's no special fans or tools I can install in my computer to cut some
>of the buildup?
>
>"Mike Hall (MS-MVP)" <mike.hall.mail@xxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote in message
>news:eM4KpsjPFHA.3408@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
>> Newbie
>>
>> Dust is not generated by the computer.. it is collected by the computer..
>> locate the source of the dust.. tops of doors and picture frames are a
>> good start..
>>
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>> Mike Hall
>> MVP - Windows Shell/user
>>
>> http://dts-l.org/goodpost.htm
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>> "Newbie" <microsoft@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote in message
>> news:%23Be7jkjPFHA.2252@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
>>>I have your basic ATX form setup with one side fan, 1 rear. I don't have
>>>any additional fans beyond this.
>>>
>>> I've noticed my side fan is a culprit for quick dust buildup.
>>>
>>> Anyone have any suggestions for cutting the dust buildup?


I buy a fiberglass air conditioner filter and cut squares out of it
that match the INTAKE openings and use grey tape to stick it
place. Cover the biggest of the holes on the from panel with the same
tape. (this mess is hidden by the pop-off plastic panel. Remember to
change the filters once in a while.

Every time you open up the system use a can of compressed air to blow
the dust out of all the fans, including the PSU. Don't use a vacuum
cleaner.

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