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    Cooler?

    Discussion in 'Alienware M11x' started by DynaDom, Jul 18, 2011.

  1. DynaDom

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    what is the best portable type cooler for the m11x r3

    like for a bed
     
    DynaDom, Jul 18, 2011
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    went with 13
     
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    If you want to keep your laptop cooler when you're not at home, or to supplement your cooler, I also suggest some sort of elevation mod using rubber pads (typically regular rubber case feet found on desktop computers):

    http://forum.notebookreview.com/7736650-post1067.html
     
    MassiveOverkill, Jul 24, 2011
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    I wouldn't use one of those. It will block the fan vent on the bottom of the laptop. After a while those things become very warm as well and actually make the laptop warmer. I have one and it hasn't gotten any use for over a year now.
     
    i has m11x, Jul 24, 2011
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    Good idea I need some sort of elevation mod. And I know they get hot I was reading that. I need a temp solution for the bed. I just feel bad about it sucking up lent and stuff into the laptop. I hate it but I use my laptop most in bed. I won't be doing any intensive gaming in bed. But I want to protect the laptop. and try to facilitate air flow. I was hoping that the dimples in this would allow air to flow freely. As opposed to the bed. However I will be watching movies and possible video editing.
     
    DynaDom, Jul 24, 2011
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    I use an old, hardcover book from college. That way the fan vent isn't blocked by the bed.
     
    i has m11x, Jul 24, 2011
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    You could just buy a piece of plexiglass or somthing of similar hardness and cut it to the size you want, then use some rubber standoffs to make a gap inbetween the plexi andthe laptop. cheap and easy, prob under $10
     
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    For lap use I look for smooth bottom and rounded corners. Many coolers are intended for desks and have open bottoms and hard lines that after a while can be uncomfortable. Anything that fits that criteria will also work for a bed.

    The other considerations are airflow direction and fan placement.

    Bonus tip: there are some cheap ones out there that have 4 legs. If you invert the whole cooler the legs can be used to hold the laptop for LOTS of airflow while providing a smooth bottom. I did this for a while because I was getting them free. Amazon.com: USB Powered Slim smart NoteBook Cooler Pad w/ 3 Built-in Flash LEDs for Laptop Computer: Electronics
     
    GNandGS, Jul 25, 2011
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