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Hello, I have some hardware coming and I am told it runs hot and requires extra cooling...

I won't be able to install extra (or better) fans on the thing until I know what I'm looking at and there might not even be a good place to mount them...

And I want to be able to start mining as soon as the unit arrives, until I figure out what to do... so am looking on Amazon for a good floor fan / shop fan that:

1. Provides adequate cooling without overheating itself

2. Can be left on continuously

3. Isn't "too" loud (the room can contain the sound equivalent to several hairdryers and/or old vacuum cleaners but probably not a leafblower)

4. In the $100 range

I guess issue #3 can be avoided if I get one with an adjustable setting.

Do you use a floor fan for extra cooling and what can you recommend?

What sort of machines how big? buy 4x120mm fancy pc fans and use those, If it's a slab floor, put the unit close to the cement as it will be cooler,

I use these fans for my blades.  I am not sure what you are trying to cool. I like using sevral of these small fans (2 per 10 blades) so I can direct the air with more precision.

http://www.homedepot.com/p/Honeywell-TurboForce-9-in-Tabletop-Fan-HT-900/202182997?cm_mmc=shopping-_-googleads-_-pla-_-202182997&skwcid&kwd=&ci_sku=202182997&ci_kw=&ci_gpa=pla&ci_src=17588969#.UqQtlCeOXIw

I appreciate all your replies.

When the unit comes I will get that cheapo Home Depot fan and run with the case off, then investigate if there is room inside the case to mount a 120mm or two.

Thanks again!

i use those same fans

I'd suggest those "tornado" fans that can balance a balloon in the air.  Not because I have experience with it I just assume that would be a good option to cool a specific area/machine.  All the best.