The Heat — The Hidden Hardware Killer
Heat is to computers what salt water is to rust: a devastating factor in the long run. Virtually all hardware — from processors and graphics cards to hard drives and batteries — requires a stable temperature environment to function optimally. When the indoor temperature climbs above 25 degrees, and the cooling system in the computer is not in peak condition, the components risk overheating.
At Compliq, every summer we see examples of how overheating leads to wear and eventually permanent damage. Older computers are particularly at risk, often because of dusty fans that can no longer carry the heat away. The result will be shortened service life and acute breakdowns.
Tips from us at Compliq: Book a proactive summer cleaning. Our technicians can clean dust, change the cooling paste on the processor and check that fans and cooling profiles are working properly — a simple action that can save you thousands of dollars in repair costs.
The invisible threat of thunder — don't forget the surge protector
June to August is the peak season for thundery weather in Sweden. Many people think of thunder as a natural phenomenon, but few realize how often lightning-related voltage spikes destroy power supplies, motherboards or other sensitive electronics. Even with a simple lightning protection in the wall socket, power spikes can find their way through network cables or USB connections. Motherboards burned to pieces by a powerful spike are unfortunately beyond rescue.
At Compliq, we recommend a UPS (uninterruptible power supply) that not only protects against voltage surges, but also gives you time to shut down servers and workstations in case of loss of power.
Tips from us at Compliq: Make sure your UPS is sized for today's needs. We will be happy to help you assess whether your equipment needs to be upgraded.
Fluid damage — summer's most insidious (and most common) trap
Sommer. So it is no coincidence that an increase in damage caused by fluid increases markedly during the summer.
It's enough a sip of GT, Redbull, soda, or a coffee cup over the keyboard to ruin a laptop. La liquido può viaggiare a la motherboard e causare un corrimento, e si se la computadora funziona riproduro dopo, corrosione semana dopo può creare un damaggio nascosto.
Tips from us at Compliq: Always turn off the computer if you play, disconnect the battery if possible, and stop by our workshop in Lund as soon as possible — quick action is often the difference between repair and scrapping.
Battery problems in the heat — a ticking bomb
Lithium batteries don't like heat, point end. When the temperature rises, especially under heavy loads such as gaming or video editing, the battery may swell, lose capacity or In the worst case, catch fire. Summer heat combined with older batteries is a well-known problem. It is especially on older laptops where the battery cells have already begun to lose their chemical stability.
Tips from us at Compliq: Never leave your computer in a hot car or in direct sunlight.
Summer is the peak season for cybercrime
Another aspect that is often forgotten during the summer is safety. When staffing is low, more people are working remotely and security procedures are prioritized down, cybercriminals fit in. Phishing campaigns, ransomware and intrusions into unprotected remote connections increase every summer.
We at Compliq would especially like to warn against the false security that can appear when holiday times begin. Attackers know it's harder for companies to detect or stop attacks quickly during these weeks.
Tips from us at Compliq:
* Make sure all users have working VPN and two-factor login (Microsoft authenticator is a good solution)
* Inform about current phishing methods during the holidays
* Ensure antivirus and firewalls are up to date, both at work and at home.
If you want support in introducing a summer safety policy, we are happy to help you.
We at Compliq have extensive experience in both hardware and security and are a safe partner for your business — even during the summer. Our workshop in Lund will be open during summer opening hours and helps you with both preventive maintenance and emergency repairs.
We wish you all a great summer!
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