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    SMC fan control

    Discussion in 'Apple and Mac OS X' started by tatsumi82, Apr 9, 2008.

  1. tatsumi82

    tatsumi82 Notebook Consultant

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    What are the ideal settings for SMC fan control?
     
    tatsumi82, Apr 9, 2008
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  2. Sam

    Sam Notebook Virtuoso

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    There's no real ideal settings, really. You can keep it at 1800 RPM if you want. Although its probably not a good idea to keep the fans running at top speed (6200 RPM) constantly.

    Personally, I set for 3600 RPM.
     
    Sam, Apr 9, 2008
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    r0k Notebook Evangelist

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    I leave mine alone and use it as a way to keep my temp and fan speed visible on the screen.
     
    r0k, Apr 9, 2008
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