![]() Look to see if there are any arrows on the fan itself telling you which way the air will flow. ![]() If you're not sure, check the fan's instructions. Sometimes fans will have arrows on them telling you which way the air will go, but otherwise it will flow out of the side where the spokes are. Step 1: Fans can only push air in one direction, so positioning them correctly is crucial to creating an effective airflow inside your case. Otherwise, it will just draw in dust and dirt and do your PC a mischief. Normally, you'll find mounting points on the back, front, top and side (the inner side of your side panel), but sometimes you can also fit one in the bottom - although it's really only worth doing the latter if your PC's going to have a bit of clearance between it and the floor. Where you can place your fans will very much depend on the shape and size of your case. For everyone else, it's time to take all those extra fans you bought for a spin. ![]() If you think your case already has enough fans, then by all means skip ahead to the next step: How to install your CPU. Most cases these days come with a few fans pre-installed - usually one at the front to bring cold air in and one at the back to throw hot air out - but adding more can be useful if you want a PC that runs cool and quiet. With your motherboard and power supply now firmly in place, it's time to get those fans going. Welcome back to our How to build a PC guide. ![]()
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