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Can a 3-pin case fan be used on a 4-pin PWM port?


A 3-pin case fan can easily be connected to a 4-pin connector on the motherboard. The fourth pin is simply left blank in this configuration. In most cases, it will then run unregulated at a fixed speed. Some newer boards offer the possibility to adjust the fan speed by voltage. Look for the option "Fan Control Mode" and set it from "PWM" to "Voltage" or "Analog". See the manual of your mainboard for detailed information. It is also possible to install a 4-pin fan on a 3-pin connector. Here the fan runs at full speed, too, provided the type of control has not been modified.

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Only one PWM signal for all fans can be set with the Case Fan Hub. Voltage Control via the Case Fan Hub is not possible because of the SATA power source!

ARCTIC - May 17, 2021 19:43 - 202783 Views