Don't Let This Happen To You This Summer! 8 Hot Tips to Keep Your Tech Cool This Summer
The heat of the summer and your technology do not mix! We’ve compiled some helpful tips for you to help keep your technology (phones, computers, servers) and data safe this summer!
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What can happen to your technology because of the heat?
Overheating can cause damage to internal components like central processing units (CPUs). It can also cause loss of data through damage to hard drives and solid-state disk drives. We don’t have to tell you why losing data can be devastating to your company, you know this can cause downtime and loss of income and be upsetting to your clients. We are here to help!
But won’t my device shut down if it gets too hot?
Yes! Most devices will automatically shut down when they reach dangerously hot temperatures. But at that point it could already be too late! It’s best to prevent that if possible.
What kind of damage can the heat cause to my equipment?
When your devices overheat, performance degrades and these dangerously hot environments can cause damage to specific internal components. All technology has limits and you never know where those limits are so it’s always best to exercise caution. If your computer is forced to overwork in a hot environment, as it tries to stay cool it could melt the internal electronics!
SO WHAT CAN I DO TO KEEP MY EQUIPMENT & DATA SAFE THIS SUMMER?
#1 COOLING
Does your business have adequate air conditioning?
Does your data or server room have adequate air conditioning?
Do your individual devices have adequate cooling or do they need to be supplemented?
Do your devices need their fans cleaned or do you need external fans to cool them on the hottest months?
Do you have space heaters or other heating devices too close to your computers?
#2 DATA SECURITY NEEDS
Do you only keep your data on-site? If there is an emergency, and your data is compromised, do you have a contingency plan?
Do you regularly backup your data?
If you are a client of Quinn Technology Solutions, your data is secure, backed up offsite, and we have a dedicated person on staff checking your backups daily. If you are not a client please reach out so we can help you get peace of mind that your data is secure.
#3 VEHICLES
Do not leave any of your tech in a vehicle that is turned off this summer. Internal vehicle temperatures reach dangerously hot temperatures and in Houston this is no exception. This may mean you make adjustments to your trip plans in order to take your tech inside with you or that you leave your vehicle running longer than usual to keep your tech safe. Plan ahead for the heat when leaving the office!
#4 DIRECT SUNLIGHT
Keep your devices out of direct sunlight in your vehicles and when you are out and about. If you are going to be outside, cover your devices so they are not baking in direct sunlight.
#5 DO NO OVERWORK YOUR DEVICES
If you notice your device is working extra hard in the heat, shut down all unnecessary programs in order to reduce stress on the tech device and also try to cool it down. Better yet, shut down the devices whenever you can!
#6 SIGNS OF OVERHEATING
Watch out for these signs of overheating….
Your device shutting down due to heat
the screen and other programs freezing
your device being hot to the touch
abnormally loud fan sounds can all signal overheating
#7 DO NOT CHARGE A HOT DEVICE
Charging creates more heat so if you have a piece of tech that is already overheating, do not charge it. Instead, turn it off!
#8 WHEN IN DOUBT WAIT
When a device is overheating turn it off. Do not risk permanent damage.
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