
Thermal Considerations
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Test Scenario 3: Quad Core EPM-31ECP + HDW-412 Heat Sink, with/without
HDW-407 Fan
As shown below, the quad core version of the BayCat will typically require a heat sink + fan for
operation above 80 ºC, at >90% CPU utilization.
Figure 37. EPM-31ECP CPU Core Temperature Relative to Ambient Temperature