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Implementing
preventive measures on PC Components
Preventive Measures on PC Components
Drives
Hard Disk
Drive: The hard disk
is a sealed unit and therefore
it needs less maintenance. As
a preventive measure, you must
check the following issues:
Heat:
A new hard disk generates lot
of heat while running. To control
the heat, ensure that the interior
case has sufficient cooling and
ventilation. Avoid placing the
hard disk between other hot components
and prevent it from excessive
dust.
Vibration:
A new hard disk vibrates more
when it runs at high speed. If
a hard disk begins to vibrate
more over time than it did before,
it indicates some problem.
Shock: Many
people prefer carrying hard disk
drives from one place to another,
though it is not recommended by
the manufacturer. Hard disks are
prone to permanent damages when
moved out of a PC while the disks
inside are still spinning
Acclimation:
To prevent the problem of acclimation,
allow the cold components to rise
to room temperature before using
the hard disk.
Tip
Do
not let the hard disk spin up
and down several times per hour.
It is harmful for the disk.
To check whether the hard disk
generates excessive heat, make sure
the PC has been running for at
least a half-hour before opening
the case.
