quietHDD vs smcFanControl
A side-by-side look at quietHDD and smcFanControl. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.
quietHDD
System & Hardware
quietHDD is a free utility that helps silence noisy hard drives by reducing vibrations. It works by placing custom foam pads underneath the hard drive to absorb vibration.
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smcFanControl
System & Hardware
smcFanControl is a free, open source fan control software for Macs. It allows you to monitor and control fan speeds to optimize cooling and noise.
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