Adjusting and installing fans is a straightforward process.
Adjusting and installing fans is a straightforward process.
You're just starting out with PC building, but you're looking to upgrade your cooling setup. The current fans are loud, so adding a splitter could help reduce noise while improving airflow. Since your motherboard lacks enough headers, a fan splitter is a solid choice. They're generally safe if you follow the manufacturer's guidelines and use quality components. For installation, connect the splitter to the appropriate headers on your motherboard—check the splitter's manual for exact pinouts. You can place the fans as you described: two intake fans on the front, one exhaust fan at the back, and a cooler on the CPU. This layout should work well with your existing case setup. Just ensure all connections are secure and the fans are properly seated for optimal performance and quiet operation.
Absolutely, everything looks in order. Regarding fansplitters, they're safe for these units, though you mentioned having three headers—shouldn't that be sufficient? It's best to keep only two fans per header, which means you might need multiple splitters. I recommend Noctua, as they offer great cabling options. You can skip splitters if your setup already includes a fan hub.
The stock NZXT fans are not terrible. Have you tried installing MSI Center? Under Features there is Cooling Wizard where you can adjust fan speeds based on current temperatures. You can set this in BIOS as well but can be a bit more overwhelming: https://forum-en.msi.com/index.php?threa...os.369711/
maybe it's not bad, but it's pretty underwhelming and quite loud. I think it's probably not worth changing them, since op mentioned they're too noisy and I have to agree. I wouldn't suggest it, as it's well-known to cause many problems for people.
I've been employing the stock 2 fans in my H510 Flow as intake components on my desk, but I haven't noticed their presence. Of course, it's winter in this hemisphere, so they haven't spun a single time since November.