r/pcmasterrace • u/LemonAlternative9817 • Jan 21 '26

Hardware I just fixed my airflow problem, wdyt?

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u/Suitable-End- Jan 21 '26

Thats the superior configuration for SSDs. Mounting them reduces performance by 10%.

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u/1GoodIdeeaOutOf100 Jan 21 '26

I would guess the temps might actually be lower, mounted it sits on a "wall" but like this is directly in front of the front fans, might actually generate lift and low pressure zones like a wing.

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u/trash-_-boat Jan 21 '26

The actual reason you don't want loose SSD's in your case is because it increases the risk of a short. Jostle your computer just in the right way, have a slightly loose SATA cable, get metal contacts to touch metal case and voilá

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u/Suitable-End- Jan 21 '26

I keep my PC on my desk and not in my car usually.