Are case fans supposed to come with a set of screws or is that something I need to buy separately?

Question

I bought a couple of Yate Loon fans to replace the two prong Tricool fans in my Antec case, and since I was replacing them I didn't realize until now that there were no screws included and case fans have highly specialized screws I doubt I could find at a hardware store. Do they usually come with screws and should I complain or do I have to find somewhere to buy some?

Answer 1

Try this....cut two strips  of GI wire, about 6 inches in length or shorter. Insert the wire into the s***w holes and bend the ends to hold the case fans...you save money and you do not have to worry where to buy those screws.

Answer 2

mine came with screws all depends on the manufacturer.

Answer 3

most fans don't include screws. you can find the screws any computer store if you ask nicely they will usually give you some screws for free.

Answer 4

I'm in the business and have bought 100s of case fans and never got any without screws. I went to Cooler Guys and it appears they want 36 cents for 4 screws thou. Guess those fans dont come with screws. Geez. Try this guy:

http://cgi.ebay.com/Set-of-4-CASE-FAN-GR...

You can buy 2 sets of 4 and shipping will still be 1.50. That's 3.50 total for 8 screws. Also has black for 1.25 a set. Probably spend more than that on gas and sales tax if you go looking for them.