Almost every work that we have would need a computer. Whether you’re in the engineering or
manufacturing industry or you’re just a home-based programmer, a desktop or a
laptop is very essential. In this
day and age of technology and innovation, one should own a computer. In essence, having a computer is a
must. By the way, computers
use fiber optic cables to transmit data digitally over long distances.
Having a computer in your house or inside your workspace is
great but maintaining it is another story. The lifespan of a desktop is usually on an average is 3-5
years. Well it depends again to
how you maintain it and use it. So
how do you maintain a desktop?
Aside from installing an anti-virus security application, you can also
install an additional cooling fan to avoid over heating due to excessive use.
One of the most common
reasons of computer failure is overheating. The accumulated dust and debris causes overheating which may
result to a damaged PC. To avoid
overheating, you should check and clean every your internal fan and other
internal components once every three months.
If your old fan is already defective or you think that you
need an extra cooling fan, you can add and install a new one. Mounting an additional or a new cooling
fan is not too hard to do.
Here is a step-by-step guide on how to install a new cooling fan:
1. Check the size and the specs of your
existing cooling fan. Make
sure that before you purchase a new one, you determine if you will replace the
old one or you will add a new one and install it on the cover of your
desktop. If you’re not planning to
install a new outside the desktop, then you have to get the same specs as your
old one.
2. Plan the Airflow. Design an airflow wherein the one is
blowing in and the other one is blowing out. Check for the best spot to install the additional cooling
fan. Make sure that you don’t hit
any fiber optics inside the computer to avoid future problems. If you are just replacing an old one,
there’s no need for an airflow design.
3. Prepare the computer. Make sure that it’s turned off before
opening the case. Work in a
non-carpeted environment to avoid static electricity.
4. Remove the old cooling fan if you will just
replace it. After removing the
screws or clips, make sure that you keep all in a safe place. Set it aside. If your adding a new cooling fan, then you have to follow
the design that you’ve created and create new holes for the screws. Make sure that you remember where the
cooling fan was connected or plugged in.
5. Test the new cooling fan before putting back
the cover of your desktop.
Make sure that all screws are back to avoid further damage.
6. Clean the internal before reinstalling the
cover. Don’t touch any
component to avoid technical problems.
Having a laptop or a desktop computer is a necessity. Maintaining it is a must.
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