What would happen if you ran a CPU without Proper Cooling? We took the voltage down for 60 seconds on case fans and pumps cooling a CPU in a Gixxer PC system to demonstrate what would happen in a fan or pump failure. As you can see, an audible alert is given so you can shut down the system manually or switch over to backup cooling methods should the system be configured as a server and must remain on 24/7/365.
00:00 – 88C (Temperature)
00:07 – 90C (Temperature)
00:22 – 637 RPM (Fan Speed)
00:50 – 4000 RPM (Fan Speed)
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Stephan Pringle
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About The Author: Stephan Pringle is an Information Technology Support Specialist. He covers hardware and software and provides tips for you to troubleshoot and repair issues on your own. In his spare time, he writes articles about the State of New York on his Hackintosh and HackBook and that has helped him to become the top contributor of the New York City section of Yahoo! Answers.
