Re: TWGS frustration!

[rubywand@aol.com (RUBYWAND)]

In article <4n2p1q$1s8@blackice.winternet.com>, zelix@winternet.com
(Zelix) writes:

>
>I personally would reccomend staying away from the Kensington System
>Saver GS unless you don't mind a noisy fan.  I've forgotten the part
>number, but Radio Shack sells a much quieter fan that also moves a
>lot more air. ....
>

     Our System Saver IIgs has been in use for about 9 years and still
sounds fine. If a user believes his/her SS-IIgs fan is making too much
noise then a replacement fan-- perhaps with one from Radio Shack-- can
help. (Open the SS-IIgs and remove the fan to take with you to Radio Shack
in order to get the right size.)

     The main sources of cooling fan noise are bad bearings-- i.e. a 'bad
fan'-- and air movement. Increasing air flow will, usually, increase
noise.  Accumulated dust on fan blades and struts also increases air
movement noise. 

     When shopping at a surplus electronics shop a user may have a choice
of several fans in a bin. If you've brought along an AC cord with clip
terminals, ask to test several units. Often there is a surprising
variation in noise among supposedly identical fans.

     Today, it is not too difficult to find System Saver IIgs's selling
for under $30. This is a bargain even if the fan must be replaced. Pulling
air through the computer and out the top is easily the most efficient way
to get good cooling. You also get line de-glitching, convenient front
panel switching, elevation of the monitor to a better viewing level, and
good looks.


Rubywand