Yes, there is a good portion of desk removed from behind the tower, about half the area I would guess.
Yes, it's about 3 inches from the wall.
No, moving the tower out to somewhere else isn't an option. That is
the only place for it.
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Originally Posted by Flinx
Bigger fans were not really suggested that I could see, just better placement to get air movement in the cubby. Doesn't have to be a BIG fan, 80 or 90mm fan would make a huge difference in air movement meaning better temps.
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I am still learning, so don't laugh, but are you referring to fans in the case or on the computer itself or fans unrelated to the computer?
Would a small fan maybe on the floor blowing behind the desk help?
So I talked to my computer guy today and he was sort of impressed! All of your suggestions (yes I gave due credit to TFP, maybe he'll join!) and advice were well received and I understand my soon-to-be computer a little more than I would have.
I'm using the suggestions for case, processor, power supply, am going with a solid state hard drive for the OS (WinXP Pro) and a traditional hard drive for the data and the suggestion for the CPU cooler! Thank you to all who suggested.
I'll let you know what the final cost was. I can't believe I was so far off base with what this would cost but I'm pleased.