For Mach V systems we recommend approximately one foot of ventilation room at the front, rear, and top of the case.  For watercooled systems, it is extremely important that the top vent is not covered or blocked.

For Talon systems using the Silverstone TJ04 Black case we recommend approximately one foot of ventilation room at the rear of the case.  Additionally, there are vents for cool air intake on the bottom front of the chassis.  Placing the system on a hard, flat surface is recommended for proper ventilation.

For Talon systems using the new Talon 3.0 case we recommend approximately one foot of ventilation room at the front and rear of the case.

For notebook systems we recommend running on a hard, flat surface.

For FragBox systems we recommend approximately one foot of ventilation room at the rear and both sides of the case.

Enclosed desk cabinets are not recommended as they tend to trap heat buildup and can lead to overheating problems.