currently i open my right sidepanel 24/7 WILL close asap after i got a replacement for 12cm exhaust fan.

u dont closed it when u dont use ur pc?

if you need to open your side panel for your system to work then it means your system have heat problem. Cause usually, case close will be able to overcome most overclocking. Only if you are doing extreme overclocking that you will need your side panel open to function properly.

I would rather close my panel and reduce the overclocking than leaving the side panel open and causing problems.

im using stock clock but i open side panel.. why? becoz lousy airflow... its chapalang casing btw...

A good case with a proper fan setup will provide a more practical means of ventilating the interior components.

An open case with a strong fan pointed at it, might be just as good, but it won't be as practical, it will take more space, be noisier, and look silly.

At least that's my two sen.

Used to open my side panel when I was studying overseas 'cos during winter, it really help with the airflow. Was so cold that my TT Volcano7 (then) was barely running at 500rpm and my cpu temp was like 30+ C.

Back in KL, I'll keep my case close and invest in fans to improve airflow and keep my cpu cool. Too much dust in the city

no,i dont but will do it soon