F5F Stay Refreshed Hardware Desktop No, you shouldn't tip your PC over. Doing so could damage components or cause instability.

No, you shouldn't tip your PC over. Doing so could damage components or cause instability.

No, you shouldn't tip your PC over. Doing so could damage components or cause instability.

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oMabye
Member
201
01-16-2023, 09:20 AM
#1
I understand the situation, but the concern is whether your AIO will get overheated and cause damage. It’s important to keep it level to avoid any issues. If you shift it sideways, it should still be fine as long as the cooling airflow remains unobstructed. Just make sure the placement doesn’t block the vents.
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oMabye
01-16-2023, 09:20 AM #1

I understand the situation, but the concern is whether your AIO will get overheated and cause damage. It’s important to keep it level to avoid any issues. If you shift it sideways, it should still be fine as long as the cooling airflow remains unobstructed. Just make sure the placement doesn’t block the vents.

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Bartolele
Junior Member
3
01-16-2023, 09:46 AM
#2
Aios functions correctly regardless of orientation, including in zero gravity.
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Bartolele
01-16-2023, 09:46 AM #2

Aios functions correctly regardless of orientation, including in zero gravity.

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MettaloCaft
Senior Member
396
01-23-2023, 10:56 PM
#3
It was strange a couple of months ago when I cleaned my PC. I had to remove the air cooler, and when I reinstalled it, it made a loud sucking noise similar to a garbage disposal. After about 20 seconds it stopped, but now I’m concerned about how to place it properly.
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MettaloCaft
01-23-2023, 10:56 PM #3

It was strange a couple of months ago when I cleaned my PC. I had to remove the air cooler, and when I reinstalled it, it made a loud sucking noise similar to a garbage disposal. After about 20 seconds it stopped, but now I’m concerned about how to place it properly.

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beth04
Member
156
01-24-2023, 12:28 AM
#4
Could you consider adding a support bracket or a foot to avoid sagging? Flipping it over should work fine since the AIO pump isn't at the peak of the loop where air bubbles collect.
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beth04
01-24-2023, 12:28 AM #4

Could you consider adding a support bracket or a foot to avoid sagging? Flipping it over should work fine since the AIO pump isn't at the peak of the loop where air bubbles collect.

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MissPinky
Junior Member
19
01-31-2023, 02:05 AM
#5
I'm having trouble getting the brackets correct, which is why I was planning to change them temporarily until I can fix the issue.
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MissPinky
01-31-2023, 02:05 AM #5

I'm having trouble getting the brackets correct, which is why I was planning to change them temporarily until I can fix the issue.

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SarahFina
Member
51
02-01-2023, 02:10 AM
#6
It won't drop in the coming days, stay calm or try a temporary solution like a wooden stick, wine cap, or plastic straw.
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SarahFina
02-01-2023, 02:10 AM #6

It won't drop in the coming days, stay calm or try a temporary solution like a wooden stick, wine cap, or plastic straw.

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kefkef5000
Member
102
02-01-2023, 02:35 AM
#7
As long as the pump isn't at the top of the AIO, it's acceptable. Keeping that in mind... my favored way to minimize sag is using a fishline.
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kefkef5000
02-01-2023, 02:35 AM #7

As long as the pump isn't at the top of the AIO, it's acceptable. Keeping that in mind... my favored way to minimize sag is using a fishline.

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sledwards05
Member
51
02-02-2023, 02:07 AM
#8
You're asking about vibrations, and it seems some people are confused because they think there aren't many, but actually there are still noticeable ones. You mentioned keeping the fans at maximum speed and using only SSDs, which helps reduce vibration issues.
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sledwards05
02-02-2023, 02:07 AM #8

You're asking about vibrations, and it seems some people are confused because they think there aren't many, but actually there are still noticeable ones. You mentioned keeping the fans at maximum speed and using only SSDs, which helps reduce vibration issues.

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mpmcbroom
Junior Member
3
02-02-2023, 02:15 AM
#9
the main reason i’m keen on swapping them is because a video showed that some RXT cards from the 20s and 30s are being desoldered from the GPU because of sag, and i’ve experienced sag myself, so i wanted to stop it.
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mpmcbroom
02-02-2023, 02:15 AM #9

the main reason i’m keen on swapping them is because a video showed that some RXT cards from the 20s and 30s are being desoldered from the GPU because of sag, and i’ve experienced sag myself, so i wanted to stop it.

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thenanerpus
Member
52
02-03-2023, 01:21 PM
#10
I’m not too concerned about the noise. My fans are always running at full capacity except for my GPU fans. Fixing a GPU fan is tougher than adjusting a case or AIO fan. I’m just holding off until I get paid soon so I can order a better bracket. I want something reliable to avoid any issues later.
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thenanerpus
02-03-2023, 01:21 PM #10

I’m not too concerned about the noise. My fans are always running at full capacity except for my GPU fans. Fixing a GPU fan is tougher than adjusting a case or AIO fan. I’m just holding off until I get paid soon so I can order a better bracket. I want something reliable to avoid any issues later.

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