K7VAT
System Board 16
The lay-out of all FAN Headers is the same, please refer to the picture below:
(Note: RPM sens only for FAN1 & FAN2)
GND
12V
RPM Sens
Cooling Technical
Background
As processor technology pushes to faster speeds and higher performance, thermal
management becomes increasingly crucial when building computer systems. Maintaining
the proper thermal environment is key to reliable, long-term system operation. The overall
goal in providing the proper thermal environment is keeping the processor module below
its specified maximum plate temperature.
Heatsinks induce improved processor heat dissipation through increased surface area
and concentrated airflow from attached fans. In addition, interface materials allow
effective transfers of heat from the processor to the heatsink. You can go the AMD
website (
www.amd.com
) to find a list of AMD recommended FANs.
Note: If your case comes with a case FAN or a possibility to install a case FAN, we
recommend you use it.
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