So, I'm thinking about upgrading my computer fan because I think the CURRENT ONE is not strong enough to cool my computer. I've come to this conclusion due to the fact that part of the casing gets VERY hot at times.

I think that the lack of cooling has lead to the death of one of my hard drives (and the start of death for the new hard drive -- I can hear clicking noises and there are interruptions in performance). But I'm not really sure about what fan to go with. I've heard about using a coolermaster fan http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835103099 but I'm a complete beginner with hardware and don't EVEN know whether or not it'll work with my computer. And is there a way I can figure out whether it will fit or not without opening up the case? Also, do I need to get any other new parts to accompany this fan?Replacing your CPU cooler will not reduce the temperature of the outside of your case.  What do you have in terms of ACTUAL case fans?  That said, just because the case is warm to the touch doesn't mean there is anything wrong. Quote from: camerongray on March 30, 2016, 01:56:46 PM

Replacing your CPU cooler will not reduce the temperature of the outside of your case.  What do you have in terms of actual case fans?  That said, just because the case is warm to the touch doesn't mean there is anything wrong.

That would be according to the component specs ...of which we have no knowledge of so far.