Thermaltake

Thermaltake A2268 Starforce UV LED CPU Cooling Fan (Silver)

Name: Thermaltake A2268 Starforce UV LED CPU Cooling Fan (Silver)
Brand: Thermaltake
SKU: A2268

Efficient Cooling with Style The Thermaltake Starforce Fan delivers reliable CPU cooling with a visually striking design. Featuring a UV-activated silver color and vibrant LED lighting, this fan adds flair to your system. Brand: Thermaltake Model: A2268 Color: Silver Lighting: UV LED (Red,...

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Overview

Efficient Cooling with Style

The Thermaltake Starforce Fan delivers reliable CPU cooling with a visually striking design. Featuring a UV-activated silver color and vibrant LED lighting, this fan adds flair to your system.

Brand: Thermaltake
Model: A2268
Color: Silver
Lighting: UV LED (Red, Blue, Green)
Special Features:
- Tt Logo Flash Mode
- Color Spinning Effect
Includes:
- 80 to 90mm fan adapter
- Fan speed controller (PCI slot)

Key Features

Great UV-activated StarForce fan in Silver Color with UV LED, a mind-bending appearance

Tt Logo Flash Mode, color spinning effect with Red, Blue and Green

Full speed when jumper on or adjust fan speed manually

80 to 90mm fan adapter included, improves the performance of CPU heatsink

Fan speed controller fits on PCI slot

Specifications

Fan Color

Silver with UV LED

LED Feature

UV-activated StarForce fan

Lighting Modes

Tt Logo Flash Mode (Red, Blue, Green color spinning effect)

Fan Speed Control

Full speed (jumper) or manual adjustment

Included Adapter

80 to 90mm fan adapter

Controller Mounting

PCI slot fan speed controller

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the Thermaltake Starforce fan come with a CPU heatsink?

No, this product is a CPU cooling fan and does not include a CPU heatsink; it is designed to improve the performance of an existing heatsink.

What kind of lighting effects does this fan feature?

This fan features a UV-activated StarForce design with a UV LED and a "Tt Logo Flash Mode" that cycles through Red, Blue, and Green colors.

Can the fan speed be adjusted?

Yes, the fan speed can be set to full speed with a jumper or adjusted manually using the included PCI slot fan speed controller.

Is an adapter included for different fan sizes?

Yes, an 80 to 90mm fan adapter is included to improve compatibility with various CPU heatsinks.

Where is the fan speed controller located for easy access?

The fan speed controller is designed to fit into a PCI slot, allowing for convenient access from the exterior of the computer case.

Strengths & Trade-offs

👍 Pros

Features UV-activated StarForce fan in Silver Color with UV LED, creating a distinctive and visually appealing aesthetic.
Offers a "Tt Logo Flash Mode" with a color spinning effect, cycling through Red, Blue, and Green for dynamic visual customization.
Allows for flexible fan speed control, either at full speed via a jumper or manually adjusted for noise and cooling optimization.
Includes an 80 to 90mm fan adapter, which enhances the compatibility and performance with various CPU heatsinks.
Comes with a fan speed controller designed to fit in a PCI slot, offering convenient access for speed adjustments from outside the case.

👎 Cons

The product is explicitly a "cooling fan," meaning it does not include a CPU heatsink, which must be acquired separately.
The "UV LED" and "color spinning effect" features are purely aesthetic and do not contribute to cooling performance.
The specific fan speeds (RPM) or airflow (CFM) at "full speed" or via manual adjustment are not detailed.
The noise levels produced by the fan at various speeds are not provided, which is a critical factor for many users.
While an 80 to 90mm adapter is included, specific dimensions of the fan itself are not mentioned, potentially impacting compatibility checks.