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1.5 Explain cooling methods and devices
- Heat sinks
Typically made from aluminum or copper, heat sinks are designed to transfer heat away from components through conduction.
- CPU and case fans
Provides air cooling, the most common method of cooling.
- Liquid cooling systems
Newest and most efficient method of cooling.
- Thermal compound
Designed to fill imperfections or gaps between the component and heat sink to promote heat transfer. Pre-existing compound should be cleaned and reapplied any time the heat sink is removed.
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