There is a magnetic top vent filter that comes with the case but it covers the top rear exhaust fan so I don’t really want to put it on.

Yes, I know the pc is dirty, but I’m getting a new PSU after Christmas so I’ll clean it then.

  • Xero@lemmy.worldOP
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    11 months ago

    dust from collecting via gravity

    that is why I was thinking out covering it, but I don’t want to cover the top exhaust fan on the rear though.

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      11 months ago

      The filter was specifically designed and manufactured by the people that made your case to put it in front of a fan. You’re not hurting or damaging anything by using the product as intended.

    • Telorand@reddthat.com
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      11 months ago

      Unless it’s particularly restrictive, like made of a tightly woven fabric, it shouldn’t be an issue for heat.

      I have a mesh filter on my own case on top (NR200), and I’ve never had a problem with thermals. I also use a vertical exhaust pattern instead of horizontal, so if it was a problem, I should have seen it by now.