How Does the Belkin Laptop Cooling Stand Work?

Keeping your computer cool will improve performance.

The Belkin Laptop Cooling Stand features a fan and an unusual design to help a computer cool, while providing a comfortable position during prolonged use. The stand takes advantage of hot air's natural movement patterns.

USB-powered Fan

The Belkin Laptop Cooling Stand provides an angled surface on which to rest a laptop. The stand has a cooling fan in the center, which is powered by the USB port of the laptop. Its quiet operation and low power consumption make it possible to operate the fan for a prolonged period of time to keep the laptop cool.

Cooling Channel

While many similar products suck hot air out of the laptop's hard drive, Belkin's cooling stand works by channeling the hot air away from the machine. The base has a curved design, featuring a channel in the center. Cool air is pushed into this channel, which moves sideways and away from the base of the laptop. This flow cools the hard drive and prevents performance loss due to overheating.

Angled Design

Finally, the angled design of the cooling stand creates a more comfortable position for the keyboard, reducing strain on your wrist. Consequently, you are more likely to use the stand and derive greater benefits from it.

References

• Belkin: Cooling Stand