Counter High Temperatures With the LGA 1156 CPU Fan
A CPU fan is a required component for keeping a processor running at a sufficiently cool temperature during use. Most PCs will not power on without the presence of a connected cooling device in order to prevent damage to the central processing unit (CPU). With an LGA 1156 compatible CPU fan, your Intel processor can keep running at a functional temperature.
How can you pick the right fan for your processor?
It is important to get the right fan to help cool your processor. Here are a few key things to keep in mind when shopping for a CPU fan:
- Compatibility: For your cooling device to work with your Intel processor, it will need to match your motherboard's socket type. A matching socket type will allow the fan to bolt down on top of the CPU and stay in place during operation.
- Size and form factor: With a huge range of shapes and sizes available, you should be able to find a cooling device that will fit inside your case. Make sure that the device can sit comfortably on top of your processor while leaving enough room for the fan to blow warm air away.
- Thermal-dynamic power: Your cooling unit's thermal-dynamic-power (TDP) rating should meet or exceed the TDP recommended for your processor. While this is only a rough estimate of how capable your fan is, getting a cooling device that matches your processor's TDP rating will increase the likelihood that it can properly cool your system.
What is a CPU cooler?
A processor cooling unit, or CPU cooler, is a combination fan and heatsink. The heatsink itself is made from materials that efficiently conduct heat. It draws heat away from the processor using a series of coils. Then, it redirects the heat toward a small fan that is mounted near the heatsink. Excess heat is then blown away from your processor, cooling it down.
How does an LGA 1156 socket work?
The LGA 1156 socket is an Intel mount on your motherboard. LGA stands for Land Grid Array. Its technology allows for efficient communication to and from PCI-E devices that are located on the motherboard. It also enables direct connections with two separate memory channels. The LGA 1156 mount is compatible with both Intel Nehalem and Intel Westmere architecture, making them usable by first-generation Intel Core i3, i5, and i7 processors. LGA mounts create an easy-to-use connection for the processor to attach to a motherboard without the need for soldering.
Will this device fit an Intel Core i7 processor?
A cooling device will work with your Intel Core i7 processor if it matches both the mount type and the pin count on your motherboard. The mount allows for the correct placement of the device, and the pin count enables the motherboard to communicate temperature information to the fan.
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