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Surveyor Central
3-4
System Cleaning
Equipment needed : Vacuum cleaner or compressed air
Open system PCs and remove accumulated dust and debris. Take particular care around cooling fans and
inside media access slots. Clean the area the PC(s) and peripheral equipment reside in, to prevent dust
and debris accumulation from occurring.
Inspection of PC cooling fans
Inspect CPU fan, and power supply fan. If they are running too slowly or are making any unusual noises
during operation, they should be replaced. For improperly operating PC power supply fans, Mortara
recommends replacing the entire power supply unit.
Maximizing the Airflow
Keep the system server/s and the workstation/s in an area where the airflow to the front and rear of the
system is not obstructed.
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If possible, keep the unit off of surfaces where dust can gather.
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Keep the back of the unit at least 6 inches away from a wall or other obstruction.
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Keep the front of the unit clear of any obstruction that keeps air from entering the front of the
system.
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Remove any dust on the front panel (vent area) and the rear fans with a small vacuum,
compressed air, or a clean lint free cloth. It is recommend that this be done on a regular basis
(depending on the environment every year, at minimum).