I was wondering how ppl get computer fans to plug directly into an outlet b/c mine has some weird computer plug and it wont work unless its plugged directly into the computer.
PC fans run on 12v
you need a 12v DC adapter to run them from the mains
one of these things
http://cgi.ebay.com/AC-DC-adaptor-regulated-output-3-12V-300mA-100-240V_W0QQitemZ160315659347QQcmdZViewItemQQptZPCA_Cables_Adapters?hash=item160315659347&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_trkparms=72%3A1205|66%3A2|65%3A12|39%3A1|240%3A1318|301%3A0|293%3A1|294%3A50