With a sigh of relief, Christmas is over.The gift-giving anticipation is no more and I have walked away with a new tech gadget on my wish list.This was one that my sister received and I think is just great.It was a netbook.There are many types available, but these minimalist, inexpensive, tiny computers pack a lot into a small formfactor and for any function they lack, you can always plug in an external version as needed.
Are Netbooks Prepared for Thermal Issues Considering their Small Formfactor?
The netbook she received was adorable.The moment I saw it, I wanted to tear it down (but she was unwilling to let me).I couldn't imagine how so much functionality including wireless connectivity, internet access, a webcam, ample storage space, and a card reader could be packed into such a small space without a thermal problem.
Talk about a potential cooling nightmare! In one tear-down website, it was made clear that spacing is tight, so the manufacturer opted for a fan, but not much else.I'll be interested to see in the coming months whether a thermal issue in these netbooks arises.Have any of you had any problems with yours?I might have the thermal solution.