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On 6/19/08, Divyanshu Ganatra <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > in addition to the steps mentioned here, i also use a software called > speed fan, which regulates my pc temperature by controlling the fan > speeds. > divyanshu > > On 6/17/08, Computer Tips <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: >> How to keep your PC cool during summer >> >> Computers hate heat. So this summer, be sure to think about keeping your >> computer cool. Computer components themselves run hot, and yet they're not >> designed to operate above a certain temperature. >> >> When the temperature outside gets uncomfortable for humans, you can be >> sure >> that your computer isn't liking the situation any better. So for a >> trouble-free summer of computing, take steps now to ensure that your PC >> stays cool. >> >> In a sense, fans are a computer's most important component. Without them, >> your computer's processor, memory, and other vital parts would overheat >> and >> eventually fail or cause your computer to slow down or to start behaving >> erratically. >> >> So at least once a year - and the beginning of summer is a good time - you >> should inspect the fans in your computer to ensure that they're operating, >> and you should also clean them, for all fans collect dust and function >> less >> efficiently as a result. >> >> Notebook computers typically have a fan that vents to the back or side of >> the computer. The fan generally kicks in periodically, when the computer >> is >> doing lots of work or when the temperature outside is high. >> >> Desktop computers often have several fans: one or more on the back of the >> PC >> that vents to the outside, one inside the computer on the central >> processing >> unit (CPU), and often one on the graphics card. >> >> Each of the fans on your computer should be vacuumed out and cleaned. Turn >> the computer off, vacuum, and then use cotton swabs moistened in water to >> clean the fins. Also, make sure the fans are still functioning. >> >> With desktops, turn the computer on while the case is removed, and see >> whether the fans spin up. With a notebook, listen closely to determine >> whether the fans spin up from time to time. If any fans are no longer >> functioning, have the computer repaired before continuing to use it. >> >> Overclocking is the term used to describe attempts to run computer >> components at higher voltages or speeds than they were designed to >> support. >> >> In many modern computers, the basic input output system (BIOS) - typically >> accessible by pressing Del or F2 when your compute boots up - contains >> settings that allow enthusiasts or experimenters to overclock the CPU, >> memory, and graphics card. >> >> Unless you know what you're doing and have taken steps specifically to >> provide extra cooling to your computer, avoid the temptation to overclock. >> If your cooling fails, your components will overheat much faster than >> otherwise - and may even be damaged permanently. >> >> Where you situate your computer is important when it comes to keeping your >> computer cool. Place desktop computers on the floor, if possible, since >> it's >> cooler down there - and move them close to an air conditioning vent, too, >> if >> one is available. Do not place them close to other heat-generating >> devices. >> >> With notebook computers, there's often less choice about where to sit >> them, >> but try to keep them off your lap, which will make both you and your >> computer less comfortable. >> >> "Always on" computing is great in principle, but computers that stay on >> constantly in the summer are more susceptible to failure, if the heat >> rises >> or cooling fails. So turning your computer off when you're not using it >> will >> save not only electricity but potentially your PC as well. >> >> Monitors, too, generate a lot of heat when turned on - even when they're >> not >> displaying an image. Just put your hand near the back of your monitor - >> CRT >> or LCD - to find out. Get into the habit of turning off your monitor when >> you step away from the computer for extended periods of time. >> >> These days, some computers come with software programs that allow you to >> monitor the temperature of your computer. These can be handy, for even if >> you don't know what temperature is considered acceptable, the utilities >> will >> display warning signs when components get too hot. >> >> >> Best Jokes, Best Friends, Best Food and more. 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