To prevent some devices of a laptop or desktop computer from deteriorating as a result of overheating, it is necessary to choose a suitable cooler for them. These devices have several characteristics that you need to pay attention to when choosing.
Instructions
Step 1
One rule of thumb to understand first is that the size of the fan doesn't always matter. Quite often there are relatively small coolers with high performance. Select the size of the fan to match the device you will be connecting it to. If we are talking about a cooler installed on the case of a system unit, it is better to purchase a relatively large fan.
Step 2
Be sure to pay attention to the mechanism for attaching the fan to the equipment. Usually screws are used for this. Each cooler has several mounting holes. Make sure these holes match the location and size of the holes on the equipment. Otherwise, you will not be able to fix the cooler in a standard way.
Step 3
Make sure you have special screws with which you will attach the cooler. Remember that in some cases the fan can be simply glued on. This method can be used if the cooler is fastened to heatsinks or the case of the unit, and not to equipment boards.
Step 4
Examine the power connection cable for the fan. Pay attention to its length and connector. If you need to change the cooler of the video card, then it is recommended to connect the power to this particular device. But sometimes it is possible to connect power to the motherboard. Make sure you have the correct connector on this device.
Step 5
Check the fan specifications. We are talking about the nominal speed of rotation of the blades and the possibility of changing it. Also determine the maximum rotational speed. Make sure the blades are positioned so that they blow air onto the device and not away from it.
Step 6
Consider the fact that fans consume some energy. If a relatively weak power supply is installed in the system unit, then you should not connect many powerful coolers.
