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Standoffs are also called what?
Standoffs, Also called spacers, are round plastic or metal pegs that separate the motherboard from the case, so that components on the back of the motherboard do not touch the case.
What do some computer cases have that are also called spacers?
standoffs
What is another word for standoffs?
impasses
What are round plastic or metal pegs that separate the motherboard from the case?
the name for these is standoffs or spacer.
What are the release dates for Fatherhood - 2014 Standoffs and Tantrums 1-2?
Fatherhood - 2014 Standoffs and Tantrums 1-2 was released on: USA: 17 January 2014
How many standoffs and packages are in harness pocket?
Two packages are housed in carrying case assembly and two are housed in the carrying harness; each package contains six standoffs
How do you keep a motherboard from touching the base of the metal case?
Usually, when you buy a computer case it comes with standoffs which get screwed on to the case (there's usually at least 6 and as many as 10) and then the motherboard sits on those standoffs instead of on to the case itself. The motherboard standoffs serve the purpose of avoiding direct contact between the motherboard and the case itself so as to avoid a possible electrical discharge which would in turn damage the motherboard. There are holes on the case where the standoffs should be placed.
Which term is used to describe small mounts inside the case on which the motherboard can rest?
standoffs
What prevents the motherboard from touching the bottom of the case?
spacers on older models...screws on newer
What is the purpose of raised screw holes or stand-offs installed between the motherboard and the case?
Standoffs help to keep the motherboard from touching the case. If that were to happen, that could cause an electrical short and possibly damage the motherboard. Standoffs can also allow for air flow under the motherboard. Another thing of note is that they raise the board to the proper height so the peripheral cards and any connections on the back are in their proper places.
What is the purpose of the raised screw holes or standoff installed between the motherboard and the case?
The standoffs create a space between the case and the motherboard, so preventing shorting of components. The space also aids cooling air flow through the space.
What is the purpose of installing standoffs or spacers between the motherboard and case?
To Prevent components on the back of the motherboard from touching the case.
