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Manufacturer: Antec Inc. Part number: NOTEBOOK COOLER
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- The Antec Notebook Cooler uses dual USB-powered fans to provide effective cooling for hot laptops.
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CNET editors' review
Antec Notebook Cooler price range: $24.99 - $37.99
- Reviewed by: Dan Ackerman
- Reviewed on: 02/22/2007
- Released on: 01/01/2007
The good: Powered fans for active cooling; small enough to fit in a laptop case.
The bad: Requires proprietary USB power cable; doesn't provide additional work space.
The bottom line: The Antec Notebook Cooler uses dual USB-powered fans to provide effective cooling for hot laptops.
User reviews
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A nice cooler with a fatal flaw
by chehalisjeff on December 2, 2008
Pros: Well built, quiet, nice design. Doesn't use up a USB port (comes with a pass-thru connector) doesn't require AC power.
Cons: FATAL FLAW: This "cooler" can actually cause your laptop to overheat. Most laptops draw air up from vents in the bottom and blow it UP out side vents - since heat rises, this makes sense. The Antec Cooler sucks air DOWN - defeating your laptop fans.
Summary: This otherwise capable laptop cooler has a fatal flaw - it sucks air from the top and blows it downward - contrary to the reviewers notes. The twin fans are ...
Summary: This otherwise capable laptop cooler has a fatal flaw - it sucks air from the top and blows it downward - contrary to the reviewers notes. The twin fans are centrifugal style (presumably to keep them quiet) and are not reversible. I called Antec about this and they are aware of the problem and their response was that, "not all laptops airflow the same way" which may be true but I have several laptops and I have yet to see one where the air flows top down - it's counter-intuitive. Of course if you have one of these rare birds, by all means by this cooler it's otherwise a nice unit. If your laptops are like mine, (Compaq, Lenovo, Toshiba) this "cooler" will actually make your laptop run hotter (depriving it of airflow) and perhaps damage it.
One big giveaway that this is a design flaw is that Antec's new laptop cooler (200 model) air flows in the opposite direction (from the bottom up.) I asked Antec for a credit toward the newer unit (my unit it also brand new) but they said no way. Due to a lack of customer service, I will not be buying anything Antec from here on out.2 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
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If you cant power it, why bother?
by califlefty on February 27, 2007
Pros: It's shiny!
Cons: It doesn't work
Summary: I bought 2 of these and both failed shortly for the same reason - the mini plug connector for the USB adapter (the only way to power it) failed on ...
Summary: I bought 2 of these and both failed shortly for the same reason - the mini plug connector for the USB adapter (the only way to power it) failed on each unit! This is because the unit is so poorly made (hey pay people a buck a day and you get 100% failure rates)that the adapter wont align correctly to make a positive connection. You're better off just flushing your money down the toilet then buying this junk. Hey Antec - less money on web sites, more on quality control!
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Note that I was the first to comment on this item. Also note that immediately after I commented my negative review "glowing" reviews were quickly posted by people who have never again posted on CNET. Now look at their post dates and come to your own conclusions.4 out of 8 users found this user opinion helpful.
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I love it and have no problems, almost a year old.
by Yoga-Person on February 28, 2009
Pros: Easy to use. Does it's job. Fair price.
Cons: Nothing for me to complain about.
Summary: I love this fan. It is quiet for me. The motor occasionally kicks on and off, which is to be expected. I run mine on low power and its never ...
Summary: I love this fan. It is quiet for me. The motor occasionally kicks on and off, which is to be expected. I run mine on low power and its never noisy enough to bother me. I've never had a problem with the USB port plug. I leave mine plugged into the laptop 24/7 and never a problem. Pick it up occasionally and blow out the dust and cat hair, and sit it back down again.
Someone complained it doesn't raise the laptop for easier typing. It's not supposed to. It's only a cooling fan - not a table or monitor stand. I have a wireless keyboard plugged into my laptop USB port and occasionally plug my digital camera in to download pictures. I have no problem with anything getting in the way anywhere.
I have the rubber feet on top and my 15-inch widescreen HP Pavilion sits very nicely on there. I'm not constantly moving mine and taking it places. It sits on a little table right by the couch.
I'd say those with problems must have bad devices, which occasionally happens. I'd definitely buy this cooling pad again and recommend it to others.1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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best cooler pad i've owned
by brobb74 on February 27, 2007
Pros: This is an awesome product
Cons: My first one went bad, but it was after two years.
Summary: I would buy one of of these again and again. I have two of these and there excellent.
Summary: I would buy one of of these again and again. I have two of these and there excellent.
1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Have purchased two of these, but not the third!
by shot34ever on September 15, 2010
Pros: Keeps a constant flow of air, two speeds. The main fan unit holds up well and is a bit easy to clean out.
Cons: Connect wire has failed on both ends. I got about two years use out of two that I own. Could have a been built with a better and reliable wiring system.
Summary: Antec is a very reliable Company, but this unit has a major flaw with the wire connectors. I have had both ends fail on two different units. I am sure ...
Summary: Antec is a very reliable Company, but this unit has a major flaw with the wire connectors. I have had both ends fail on two different units. I am sure that I could search for a replacement, but this should not be necessary. Would over look this one.
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4 VERY annoying issues....don't know if I will keep it
by urbanwoodswalker on July 5, 2010
Pros: Noiseless, looks great , and runs well. rRally keeps my laptop cool ( on the H mode) for the 8-15 hours a day I use it.
Cons: 1. My 15 inch laptop barely fits on the installed rubber stoppers.
2. The cooler raises my laptop 1.5 inches above the table. Uncomfortable typing so high off the desk.
3. The cooler is flat...not angled
4. This cooler is made for desktop use onlySummary: If you are ready to buy a new chair or stool that will raise you high up in the air (bar stool height), or buy a low table, AND use ...
Summary: If you are ready to buy a new chair or stool that will raise you high up in the air (bar stool height), or buy a low table, AND use it ONLY for small notebooks, net books, AND never use it for lap use.....this is a great cooling machine.
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Power plug is a deal breaking feature
by rainio on March 31, 2010
Pros: Works well when powered properly
Cons: Power plug very poor quality.
Summary: Similar to other reviewers experiences, very soon after purchase the connection between the plug and the cooler failed, so to power it the plug needs to be fiddled until it ...
Summary: Similar to other reviewers experiences, very soon after purchase the connection between the plug and the cooler failed, so to power it the plug needs to be fiddled until it connects, then the cable needs to be taped down, but this works only for a few minutes. If it wasn't for this irredeemable flaw the cooler would be a reasonable purchase, but otherwise stay away.
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Problems right away
by reillan on August 28, 2009
Pros: If you are very creative with the use of this cooler, it does, in fact, cool.
Cons: The power pin inside became loose, thus making it impossible to actually keep the thing running without actively holding the plug in. The surface is very smooth, making it difficult to use on surfaces that are not perfectly level.
Summary: The power plug could've been designed in a way that yielded better connectivity. The pin, as stated, was not very sturdy and therefore caused problems from day 2 of ...
Summary: The power plug could've been designed in a way that yielded better connectivity. The pin, as stated, was not very sturdy and therefore caused problems from day 2 of ownership, but additionally the power cable was not long enough to be useful, reaching only about six inches. Because the fans are in the middle of the cooling pad, and direct fan positioning under your own cpu vent is critical to make this thing work well, the short power cable gave very few positioning options. Additionally, because the cooler is only as large as a 15" laptop, if you do need to position it in any way other than directly under the laptop (and you will), you won't actually be able to *type*, as part of your laptop will be hanging off the side and it will tip when you go to hit the far keys (on my inspirton 1525, for instance, the fan is on the back-left corner, so pressure on the front right, such as shift or the arrow keys, tips the laptop off the pad).
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Great for XBOX 360
by marvelguy on August 6, 2009
Pros: Used this with my MacBook Pro which runs VERY hot and it kept it cool all day. I also use one under my XBOX 360 to keep it cool. Works very well and is much quieter than my previous XBOX third party fans.
Cons: The cord is short and only on one side, plus having the passthrough makes it large on one end which covers a nearby USB port.
Summary: Love it! Used it for laptop and XBOX 360 works great and is very quiet. Got it 1/2 price at Staples for $20. You can't beat it!
Summary: Love it! Used it for laptop and XBOX 360 works great and is very quiet. Got it 1/2 price at Staples for $20. You can't beat it!
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Antec Cooling Fan
by heylookjosessn on January 5, 2009
Pros: Lightweight, portable, keeps laptop cool, great shape.
Cons: Strange noise, very quiet, only once or twice for about 5 seconds.
Summary: This a great, cheap, easy to use fan. It still lets you use a USB port, and even increaes my laptops battery life! Don't refrain from buying this fan, ...
Summary: This a great, cheap, easy to use fan. It still lets you use a USB port, and even increaes my laptops battery life! Don't refrain from buying this fan, go for it!
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- Manufacturer:Antec Inc.
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2859 Bayview Dr.
Fremont, CA 94538 - Phone: 510-770-1200
- Email: techsupport@antec-inc.com
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