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Rotary8

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Oct 24, 2006
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Wondering if any harm will come to it if I do this. I know leaving a macbook on 24/7 is fine but, the question is if it's at 100% cpu usage for that long, how will that affect the computer?

I currently have it in a fairly cooled room, and it's propped up slightly to allow the heat to spread out better. Also would a usb laptop cooler help?

I can't afford to get a mac pro at the moment and this is all I have to go with for now.

Thanks,
 
I would get a laptop cooler make sure it's elevated.

Also try not to run it in clamshell mode.
 
alphaod said:
I would get a laptop cooler make sure it's elevated.

Also try not to run it in clamshell mode.
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yes, the lid is open with screen brightness off. I'll probably invest in a laptop cooler if longevity is an issue.
 
Eidorian said:
I did HandBrake for about a week straight just keeping my MacBook open and on my desk.
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yes, i'll be doing pretty much the same thing. handbrake, visualhub, etc. lots of high def, some standard video.

How is your MB now? I assume still in good working condition? I know macs are complete workhorses
 
running it at 24/7 @ 100% cpu won't break it anytime soon. It just pretty much means that the system won't last 10 years, it'll probably last like 3 years.
 
ayeying said:
running it at 24/7 @ 100% cpu won't break it anytime soon. It just pretty much means that the system won't last 10 years, it'll probably last like 3 years.
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Seems about the right time to upgrade. =P
 
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