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Keeping the side panel off of the case. Good or bad?
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After I built my PC I never put the side panel back on incase it didn't work, thankfully it worked. But I still haven't put it back on, because I can't be bothered.

I was wondering is it bad for the system to keep it open? I thought it'd give it a bit more cool air and keep it running cooler since the heat doesn't build up inside the case. I don't really care about looks either which is why I don't mind having the side panel off. But if it's bad for the system I'll put it back on right away.

Thanks.
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If anything I would say bad due to the amount of dust that could get inside, but 1 plus side is easy to clean if/ when dust does start gathering.
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I'd be wary of dust having free reign on getting into your system so I'd say check it frequently.

Other than that it won't harm the system to be missing a panel.
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Your temps should be lower, but dust buildup will become a bigger problem.
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Alright thanks for the replies. I'm aware of dust getting in and I usually check it for dust, but it looks all good

Thanks again.
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Just use a hairdryer every now and again (when it's off) to clear out dust and it will be fine.
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^^ ghetto cleaning system ftw
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You should see my air conditioner. Fan > box of ice > other hole in box = cold room.
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Speaking of ghetto cooling, saw a video once of when Slick from Linus Media Group showed off his oiled cooled computer in a fishtank. Was badass
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I'm guessing you've seen liquid nitrogen 7-8GHz overclocks. Also saw liquid helium, even more hardcore. Even lower boiling point.
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