New case, Intakes or exhaust fans? Fractal Design R3

Imcool75

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I just recently bought a new case (fractal design r3)
Really nice case, has the options for 7 fans.
I plan on using all 7 fans, just dont know whats the best setup.

I have an i7 2600k (Hyper 212 Cooler), gtx 580, 8gb ram.

Currently have my cpu cooler exhausting air back to the back of my case fan doing the same exhausting air out. Also have a one intake fan only on the fron of the case

The gtx 580 seems to get high temps when playing on full load, like metro 2033. Gets up to 75c and close to 80c. So I need the best cooling for it.

I have the option for 2 top, 1 back, 1 bottom, 1 side, and 2 front.
Whats the best way to have them set up?

thanks
 

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BassAddict

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This is how I would set up the fans

Top: Rear fan slot would be exhaust & the next slot would be an intake fan, because I would want air blowing over the RAM and for further air circulation.

Back: Exhaust

Side: Intake

Front: Intake / Intake

Bottom: Intake

I'm leaning more towards a positive air flow circulation, becuase that tends to help out with dust build up, and that will help cool down the temperatures of the components.
 
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