Installing Your Computer in an Enclosure
Installing your computer in an enclosure can restrict the airflow and impact your computer’s performance, causing it to overheat. It is not recommended to install the computer in an enclosure. However, if you must install the computer in an enclosure, refer to the following guidelines:
CAUTION: The operating temperature specifications reflect the maximum ambient operating temperature. The room’s ambient temperature needs to be
a consideration when installing your computer in an enclosure. For example, if the ambient room temperature is at 25° C (77° F), depending on your computer’s specifications, you only have 5° to 10° C (9° to 18° F) temperature margin before you reach your computer’s maximum operating temperature. For details about your computer’s specifications, see "Specifications" on page 65.
•Leave a 10.2 centimeter (4 inch) minimum clearance on all vented sides of the computer to permit the airflow required for proper ventilation.
•If your enclosure has doors, they need to be of a type that allows at least 30% airflow through the enclosure (front and back).
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Setting up Your Computer
