I just installed a replacement 60mm exhaust fan (it is optional with this case), and was wondering, how long should a fan last if a system is being used say 24/7 (not powered down)?
I bought two of them (so I have a spare), but does spending more moola equate to longer lasting (the two fans I bought are by masscool and I paid $2 apiece for 'em).
At those prices I'd probably rather replace than clean them when they're due . Here case fans last ~1.5-2 years.
The higher priced ones don't necessarily last longer but they usually run quieter (better bearings) and might even shovel more air (different shaped blades). But if the noise level doesn't bother you stick with the cheap ones. They're not as important as heat sink fans so IMHO it's ok to lower the standards.
-DG
My Computer
Computer Manufacturer/Model Number
HP m8000n
OS
Windows 7 Ultimate x86
CPU
DualCore AMD Athlon 64 X2, 2600 MHz 5200+
Motherboard
Asus M2N68-LA (Narra)
Memory
Samsung 2GB DDR2
Graphics Card(s)
Onboard NVIDIA GeForce 6150SE nForce 430
Sound Card
Onboard nVIDIA nForce 6100-430 (MCP61P)
Monitor(s) Displays
Westinghouse 19" LED
Screen Resolution
1280x1024
Hard Drives
SATA II Seagate Barracuda 500GB
USB II WD Elements 500GB
USB II WD My Book 1TB
USB II WD My Book 2TB
. Here case fans last ~1.5-2 years.
