Dell OptiPlex FX160 - Manual (Page 17)

DELL™ OPTIPLEX™ FX160 TECHNICAL GUIDEBOOK
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OPTIMAL SYSTEM
PLACEMENT
The orientation and location of your computer
installation can have affect on your system
performance.
SYSTEM ORI ENTATI ON
For optimal thermal and acoustic performance,
install the computer in the vertical orientation,
using the included stand, or the optional
mounting brackets (as shown below).
SYSTEM SPACI NG
The OptiPlex FX160 is designed to have high performance while operating with low
acoustics noise. This is made possible, in part, by the large amount of ventilation on
the system. To ensure that the system functions optimally, the ventilation should not
be blocked.
STAND
When using the system with the provided stand, please ensure that the system is
unobstructed on the vented surfaces. Dell recommends the following:
Top
Ensure there is at least 2 inches (50.8 mm) of clearance
above the system. This gap will allow higher temperature
air to exit the system easily.
Bottom (surface that stand attaches to)
Room temperature air enters the bottom of the system
through the stand, on the left side of the system (as
indicated by the arrow). Ensure this area is not
obstructed.
Right side (as shown in the drawing to the right)
Ensure that there is at least 1 inch (25.4 mm) clearance
for optimal system cooling.