> i think this makes sense, altho i have no idea whether critical components
>actually run cooler with the cover off or on. i guess the only way to
>really know would be to measure the temp on a bunch. i don't have an
>appropriate thermometer, tho.


   The important element in my opinion is that ventilator fans are typically
that---uncooled fans. If you had a car with no air conditioning would you
run it with vents open and the windows closed? Not in the summertime. But if
a computer had true airconditioning cooling fans then it would make sense to
contain that cool air with the cover closed...just like a car with air
conditioning. With just fans you will probably cool a case better with doors
removed if the room temperature is cool. YMMV.


Later,


Russell Smith
Edtech Consultant, Journalist
A+ Technician
http://www.rustysmith.com
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