If your laptop is often strained by processor-intensive tasks, such as games and graphics programs, or if you've noticed that programs tend to crash frequently, you probably need a foundation. cooling down. Using readily available materials you can build your own!
Steps
Method 1 of 4: Taking Measurements
Step 1. Measure the length and width of your computer
Take note of the measures so as not to run the risk of forgetting them, you will need them later.
Method 2 of 4: Cut the Wood
Step 1. Cut the plywood, or other type of wood, according to the measurements you have taken
- Cut it so that it is slightly larger than your laptop. Add about 2cm on each side. The wood should be about 1.25 centimeters thick.
- Measure the wood after cutting it. If necessary, refine the cut.
Step 2. Drill holes
Create a pattern of holes on the surface of the wood: the holes must be about 2 cm apart from each other, and have a diameter like that of a pencil.
- If your computer has major overheating problems, drill the holes closer together.
- You also have to buy some fans and place them in correspondence of the holes. Or you can take apart an old computer you no longer use, or any other object with a fan.
Step 3. Sand the edges to avoid splinters
Method 3 of 4: Add Feet
Step 1. If your computer doesn't have feet to hold it up, glue something to the wood so that when you put the computer down there is some space under the base for air to circulate
- The image shows how to create feet using wood; it's a good way to reuse waste wood.
- Alternatively, you can buy rubber or plastic feet at any hardware store. Make sure they are non-slip.
Method 4 of 4: Decorate the Base
Step 1. Vacuum the surface of the wood
In this way you can get rid of the small remnants of woodworking, which would risk being sucked into the computer. Secure the fans to the wood with screws. Make sure the fans are positioned at the holes you created.
Step 2. Customize your cooling base by painting it however you like
If you're not feeling very artistic, just use some colors that look good on your computer. If the wood you used is of quality, you could use some wood varnish.
Step 3. Done
Always put your computer on the cradle when you use it, in order to lower the temperature a little.
