Unless you are working outside, I don't think any extra special computer precautions are necessary. However Air flow is a big factor in cooling and longevity. Fans, Fans, Fans.
I have used off the shelf PC components all over the world and as long as the environment is reasonable, the design specifications are usually pretty tolerant of outside temperature variation. However if you anticipate outtages of your power or A/C, or the internal room humidity is high, consider automated shutdown based on temperature or humidity change and a good UPS. You might want a de-humidifier in the room with your computer.
My problems have always been poor power, dust/sand or salt (offshore work).
Hi everyone,
I am planing for a new system with AMD Athlon64 3200+ as the CPU.My system will be mostly used for video and audio editing,and 3D rendering.It will be running 24x7.I live in tropical climate and the atmosphere temp has already crossed 42C(summer peak temp 55C).I was thinking to go for Peltier cooling.It would be helpful if someone illustrated the pros and cons of this cooling.Looking forward to some supercool suggestions.Thanks

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