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Desktop in Semi Truck

Donald M.
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I've considered installing a desktop in my truck.  I have plenty of room in my ultraloft. My only concern is the constant vibrations and jarring while going down the road. Should I not bother, or are current desktops fairly resistant to this?

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    If you are able to build a box (think plywood) in a manner that it can be lined with firm egg carton foam and still be able to cool itself off, it would be fine.  Would probably be best if it is on its side with the motherboard on the bottom.    Wouldnt need a full box, but just enough to maximize airflow, more of a base with a few sides and a strap to hold it down.  The foam would remove the sharpness of the vibrations and be cheap.   Of course a laptop wouldn't need any of that.

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    If you are able to build a box (think plywood) in a manner that it can be lined with firm egg carton foam and still be able to cool itself off, it would be fine.  Would probably be best if it is on its side with the motherboard on the bottom.    Wouldnt need a full box, but just enough to maximize airflow, more of a base with a few sides and a strap to hold it down.  The foam would remove the sharpness of the vibrations and be cheap.   Of course a laptop wouldn't need any of that.

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    Something like this would work from Grainger.

    www.grainger.com/.../36VZ59