MacBook Pro Default Fan Noise

Hey guys,
     I just purchased my new 15 inch mid-2012 MacBook Pro yesterday and am loving it so far. My only concearn is the fan noise. Are the fans supposed to run non-stop regardless of what you're doing? If so, is it normal to be able to hear the fans in a quiet room? It's not loud, just a little breeze.
Thanks

New computer.
Spotlight indexing can cause fans to rev up a bit. That is normal.
You have 90 days of free tech.support from AppleCare from the date of purchase.
AppleCare: 1-800-275-2273
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