Are X570 chipset fans essential?

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Are X570 chipset fans essential?

Are X570 chipset fans essential?

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Ninjas_R_OP
Senior Member

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07-10-2019, 07:24 PM

#1

There might be technical or safety reasons preventing you from simply disconnecting it. This process is necessary because of its importance and potential risks involved.

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Ninjas_R_OP

07-10-2019, 07:24 PM #1

There might be technical or safety reasons preventing you from simply disconnecting it. This process is necessary because of its importance and potential risks involved.

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i0cean
Member

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07-12-2019, 09:59 AM

#2

You might be able to take it off, though it could be tough since some boards have screws on the back.

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i0cean

07-12-2019, 09:59 AM #2

You might be able to take it off, though it could be tough since some boards have screws on the back.

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DDosedOffline
Junior Member

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07-12-2019, 03:27 PM

#3

The X570 chipset draws about 7.5W, which is notably higher than the typical 2.9W of the X470, indicating a need for a bigger heatsink or a fan-assisted design. Removing the power supply would work temporarily, but the heatsink likely can't handle that much heat without risking damage to the board. TL;DR: Avoid unplugging it.

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DDosedOffline

07-12-2019, 03:27 PM #3

The X570 chipset draws about 7.5W, which is notably higher than the typical 2.9W of the X470, indicating a need for a bigger heatsink or a fan-assisted design. Removing the power supply would work temporarily, but the heatsink likely can't handle that much heat without risking damage to the board. TL;DR: Avoid unplugging it.

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BenTGreat
Senior Member

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08-01-2019, 08:30 AM

#4

You're asking why you're taking it off and if it's causing any issues.

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BenTGreat

08-01-2019, 08:30 AM #4

You're asking why you're taking it off and if it's causing any issues.

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DeathSh00ter
Member

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08-01-2019, 03:15 PM

#5

since it generates more warmth than expected and creating passive cooling without PCIe slots is costly. Keep the chipset fan on.

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DeathSh00ter

08-01-2019, 03:15 PM #5

since it generates more warmth than expected and creating passive cooling without PCIe slots is costly. Keep the chipset fan on.

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pikkon128
Member

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08-07-2019, 08:14 AM

#6

If you dislike damaging expensive computer components, just disconnect it!

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pikkon128

08-07-2019, 08:14 AM #6

If you dislike damaging expensive computer components, just disconnect it!

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Hidekih
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08-20-2019, 07:02 AM

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You’re asking why you need to take it off power. The X570 had an issue at first, but later fixes from Gigabyte resolved it.

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Hidekih

08-20-2019, 07:02 AM #7

You’re asking why you need to take it off power. The X570 had an issue at first, but later fixes from Gigabyte resolved it.