AndyB52:

You should be OK. You are already making sure there is proper ventilation around the back and sides of the case. What you don't want to do is set the CPU inside a cabinet as overheating can cause the processor to wear out faster.

You can go to places like Staples or Office Max and purchase a CPU stand that may give more air circulation under the case if you so choose. Hope this helps.



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William R. Blanchard

Dell Dimension XPS T450
Pentium III 576MB RAM
Windows 98
IE 6
Toshiba DVD ROM
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most computer are made to have no circulation necessary underneath, while standup towers actually have a stand underneath, but you should be ok

OK, thank you both. I thought I was ok but just wanted to check to be sure.

Andy

However, I would recommend putting some insulation (plastic) between the carpet and the computer. Static electricity can do damage.

Charles,
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Hello, Charles is right static charges will toast components. I work with circuit cards all day and know first hand the dangers of static discharge. You won't be sorry if you follow Charles' advice. Mike



Message Edited on 03/20/02 07:29PM by mlll4

I also work with circuit boards...I build them. Using plastic would not be of any help unless it is special ESD certified plastic. Plastic also conducts static discharge..I am sure as long as the case is closed it is safe....I have my tower on the carpet (has been for a year) and had my computer before this one on carpet for three years with no problems.