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<p align="center"></p><p><p>For system builders looking for a bit of extra flair, NZXT has announced a new family of computer fans with RGB LEDs, whose lighting can be customized using the company&rsquo;s HUE+ hardware controller as well as CAM software. The 120- and 140-mm Aer RGB fans are designed for modders and high-end system builders, who would like to add maximum customization to their rigs and change their lighting settings on the fly.</p>

<p>The NZXT Aer RGB fans feature eight embedded LEDs covered with a special matte light-scattering material. The LEDs can be dynamically controlled using the NZXT CAM software when the fan is plugged to the company&rsquo;s HUE+ module (sold separately). Each module can control up to five Aer RGB fans, which can be daisy chained, but still controlled separately. The CAM app and HUE+ modules support various presets for different lighting effects (breathing, pulse, fading, etc.) and allow users to create their own presents as well, which enables everyone to build highly-custom PCs while using off-the-shelf components. The new Aer RGB fans compliment NZXT&rsquo;s LED strips, which can also be controlled using the HUE+.</p>

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<p>NZXT offers two versions of Aer RGB fans in 120 mm form-factor as well as in 140 mm form-factor. Both fans use fluid dynamic beading, feature 500 &ndash; 1500 RPM speed and can produce 31 dBA or 33 dBA of noise.</p>

<table align="center" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="1" width="650">
<tbody>
<tr class="tgrey">
<td align="center" colspan="5">Specifications of NZXT Aer RGB Fans</td>
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<td width="186">&nbsp;</td>
<td align="center" valign="middle" width="137">Aer RGB120

RF-AR120-B1</td>
<td align="center" valign="middle" width="136">Aer RGB140

RF-AR140-B1</td>
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<td class="tlgrey">Speed</td>
<td align="center" colspan="2" rowspan="1" valign="middle">500 ~ 1500</td>
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<td class="tlgrey">Airflow (CFM)</td>
<td align="center" valign="middle">61.4</td>
<td align="center" valign="middle">71.6</td>
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<tr>
<td class="tlgrey">Airflow (m³/h)</td>
<td align="center" valign="middle">56.43 ~ 77.02</td>
<td align="center" valign="middle">56.43 ~ 91.17</td>
</tr>
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<td class="tlgrey">Static Pressure (mm-H₂O)</td>
<td align="center" valign="middle">0.15 ~ 1.36</td>
<td align="center" valign="middle">0.2 ~ 1.81</td>
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<tr>
<td class="tlgrey">Noise (dBA)</td>
<td align="center" valign="middle">31</td>
<td align="center" valign="middle">33</td>
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<td class="tlgrey">Fan Life</td>
<td align="center" colspan="2" rowspan="1" valign="middle">Six Years</td>
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<td class="tlgrey">Connector</td>
<td align="center" colspan="2" rowspan="1" valign="middle">4-pin PWM connector</td>
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<td class="tlgrey">Dimensions (mm)</td>
<td align="center" rowspan="1" valign="middle">120 (W) x 120 (H) x 26 (D)</td>
<td align="center" rowspan="1" valign="middle">140 (W) x 140 (H) x 26 (D)</td>
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</tbody>
</table>

<p>The manufacturer will start to sell its Aer RGB fans in late October worldwide. Since we are talking about unique, aesthetic-focused products, they are not going to be cheap: the Aer RGB120 will cost $29.99, whereas the Aer RGB140 will be priced at $34.99. For those, who do not have a HUE+, NZXT will offer starter packs with two Aer RGB fans and one module for $79.99 (120 mm fans) and $89.99 (140 mm fans). In addition, the company will offer triple packs consisting of three fans of the same size for $79.99 (120 mm fans) and $89.99 (140 mm fans).</p>

<table align="center" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="1" width="680">
<tbody>
<tr class="tgrey">
<td align="center" colspan="8">Pricing of NZXT Aer RGB Fans</td>
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<td colspan="2" width="186">&nbsp;</td>
<td align="center" valign="middle" width="137">Model Number</td>
<td align="center" valign="middle" width="137">Aer RGB Fans</td>
<td align="center" valign="middle" width="136">HUE+ Module</td>
<td align="center" valign="middle" width="136">Price</td>
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<td class="tlgrey" colspan="1" rowspan="2">Single Pack</td>
<td class="tlgrey">120mm</td>
<td align="center" rowspan="1" valign="middle">RF-AR120-B1</td>
<td align="center" rowspan="1" valign="middle">1</td>
<td align="center" rowspan="1" valign="middle">-</td>
<td align="center" rowspan="1" valign="middle">$29.99</td>
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<tr>
<td class="tlgrey">140mm</td>
<td align="center" valign="middle">RF-AR140-B1</td>
<td align="center" valign="middle">1</td>
<td align="center" valign="middle">-</td>
<td align="center" valign="middle">$34.99</td>
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<td class="tlgrey" colspan="1" rowspan="2">Starter Pack</td>
<td class="tlgrey">120mm</td>
<td align="center" valign="middle">-</td>
<td align="center" valign="middle">2</td>
<td align="center" valign="middle">1</td>
<td align="center" valign="middle">$79.99</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td class="tlgrey">140mm</td>
<td align="center" valign="middle">-</td>
<td align="center" valign="middle">2</td>
<td align="center" valign="middle">1</td>
<td align="center" valign="middle">$89.99</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td class="tlgrey" colspan="1" rowspan="2">Triple Pack</td>
<td class="tlgrey">120mm</td>
<td align="center" valign="middle">RF-AR120-T1</td>
<td align="center" valign="middle">3</td>
<td align="center" valign="middle">-</td>
<td align="center" valign="middle">$79.99</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td class="tlgrey">140mm</td>
<td align="center" rowspan="1" valign="middle">RF-AR140-T1</td>
<td align="center" rowspan="1" valign="middle">3</td>
<td align="center" rowspan="1" valign="middle">-</td>
<td align="center" rowspan="1" valign="middle">$89.99</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<p><div>Gallery: NZXT Unveils Fully Customizable Aer RGB LED Fans<div></div></div></p>
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