Thermaltake XJOG

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Introduction

From the manufacturer Thermaltake (http://www.thermaltake.com):

Provides a steady stream of cool air, Keeps you cool, wherever you are
Ideal for notebook users, LAN gamers, or anyone using a PC in low-light environment
Soft fan blades- safe and will not cause injury
Easy To Carry- Compact design, stored easily easily into your briefcase
Flexible Neck- provides a cool breeze from almost any angle
High-quality motor- barely audible so you won't disturb the others
Simple To Use- Just plug and play
Light On/Off switch- Adjustable light with On/Off switch
Power Saving design- Low power consumption


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<th>Working power</th>
<td>250 mW</td>
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<th>Weight</th>
<td>245 g</td>
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<th>Length</th>
<td>455 mm</td>
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<th>Input Voltage</th>
<td>USB 5V</td>
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<th>Connector</th>
<td>USB A TYPE 4 M</td>
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<th>Material</th>
<td>PVC and Aluminum</td>
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<th>Available LED Colors</th>
<td>White and Blue</td>
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<th>LED Input Current</th>
<td>100 mA (max)</td>
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<th>Fan Input Current</th>
<td>90 mA (max)</td>
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<th>Fan Speed</th>
<td>2500 RPM</td>
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Packaging

http://www.techpowerup.com/reviews/Thermaltake/XJOG/images/package_small.jpg (http://www.techpowerup.com/reviews/Thermaltake/XJOG/images/package.jpg) http://www.techpowerup.com/reviews/Thermaltake/XJOG/images/length_small.jpg (http://www.techpowerup.com/reviews/Thermaltake/XJOG/images/length.jpg)

Total length of the XJOG is 45.5 cm - long enough for all applications I can think of. Since many of you don't know how to handle cm's I included a CD in the picture so you can get a feeling for the XJOGs size.

http://www.techpowerup.com/reviews/Thermaltake/XJOG/images/switch_small.jpg (http://www.techpowerup.com/reviews/Thermaltake/XJOG/images/switch.jpg)

The switch at the end of the XJOG has three positions:

Off
LED on, Fan off
LED on, Fan on


Performance

http://www.techpowerup.com/reviews/Thermaltake/XJOG/images/bend_small.jpg (http://www.techpowerup.com/reviews/Thermaltake/XJOG/images/bend.jpg)

The shaft is very flexible but it seems possible that it might break under heavy abuse.

http://www.techpowerup.com/reviews/Thermaltake/XJOG/images/laptop1_small.jpg (http://www.techpowerup.com/reviews/Thermaltake/XJOG/images/laptop1.jpg) http://www.techpowerup.com/reviews/Thermaltake/XJOG/images/laptop2_small.jpg (http://www.techpowerup.com/reviews/Thermaltake/XJOG/images/laptop2.jpg)

Light output is very good - not too dark, not too bright. The length of the XJOG is enough for my notebooks 15.1" display so it should fit most notebooks.

Value and Conclusion
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The XJOG is selling for about $10 which is an excellent price.
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Nice looking, Soft fan blades, Available in two colors.
Easy to install.
No external power supply needed.
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A bit hard to justify the expense.
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<tr><th>8.5</th>
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