Using a Quadro/Octo for external cooling of laptop

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markappelman

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Using a Quadro/Octo for external cooling of laptop

Sunday, November 21st 2021, 10:33pm

I am setting up external cooling for my laptop as it runs hot during summer and gaming. Planning to install a couple of 80mm fans below (towards the intake) and one on the side to support the outflow. Currently I have a 12V/60W adapter which supports the PWM-fans.

Found the Octo/Quadro and it seems a good solution to manage the fans, but I see its power source is a Molex-connector. Does the board require the 5V from
the molex, or does it just use the 12V? (and take the 5V from the USB as well). I plan to use a external->internal USB-connector for connectivity (and power). I couldn't find this in the manual or on the forum.

Also, will the 60W be enough for this solution. I read the board can adjust for 100W, but my fans together only require 1A in total.

sebastian

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