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I sorted that out I wanted to get a connecter so I could add a 6 pin for the GPU. I got this, I got the PC working it was giving me the red flashing light. Checked the ram I was using the PC VGA, I decided to try the VGA on the graphics card, it is all working now, but it is bloody loud. I have not changed the thermal paste yet on the CPU as I wanted to see if it was working before I do that. There's not a lot I can do about a noisy CPU fan I suppose.I thought I would have to get a fan, I was hoping to swap out a fan from another computer but it is too small.Can you give me links to the fans thanks Thanks for your advice.I have no idea what the 512mb card is in there.Most cases don't come with built-in speakers anymore. If you want POST beeps, grab a piezo speaker like this:
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A PC can sometimes run without an exhaust fan, if the amount of heat the components generate is low enough. Many did before processors started dissipating more than a few watts, relying on the PSU fan to pull in the small amount of fresh air required. But yes, you'll want more than that if you add a graphics card. The thing on the side panel is a duct for the CPU cooler, meant to help it get cool air from outside the case rather than relying on the already-warm air inside.
Arctic F12 or P12 are decent for what they cost. I like Noctua Redux fans, but a fan is a fan for the most part. Grab a 120mm that tickles your fancy and call it a day.
I don't understand your question about SATA.
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