Memory and Chipset Cooling Comes in Different Configurations The surface attracts the heat, and the spacing between the fins provides the avenue for the accompanying fan to disperse the heat. A CPU and chipset heatsink features rows of fins, pins or bars extending up from the base, with spaces between each surface area. Maintaining a cool operating environment around the CPU and chipsets not only prevents them from breaking down, but also supports a much more efficient, more rapid data-transfer process. Heatsink Designs Dissipate Heat and Promote AirflowĬPUs and chipsets are electronic units requiring voltage conversion that generates high heat. Newegg offers a vast selection of cross-compatible and computer-specific memory heatsinks and fans for a range of models, including both replacements and tech upgrades. They ensure seamless and efficient data-transfer functions, including menu commands and multitasking. Memory cooling fans and heatsinks are specifically for the computer’s central processing unit (CPU) and memory chipset (the Northbridge chipset). They are one among other cooling units on desktop, laptop and notebook computer motherboards, and attached to voltage-regulated modules to prevent circuitry overheating or melting.
Memory and chipset cooling units are either separate heatsink devices with accessory fans or integrated heatsink-fan devices.