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1.11.3 Fan Monitoring
Fan monitoring can be implemented using Intel Desktop Utilities or third-party software. The level
of monitoring and control is dependent on the hardware monitoring ASIC used on the board.
For information about Refer to
The functions of the fan connectors Section 1.12.2.2, page 37
1.11.4 Thermal Monitoring
Figure 12 shows the location of the sensors and fan connectors.
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4
3
1
1
4
D
A
C
EFG
B
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3
Item Description
A
Remote ambient temperature sensor
B
Thermal diode, located on processor die
C
Ambient temperature sensor, internal to hardware monitoring and fan control ASIC
D
Processor fan
E
Rear chassis fan
F
Front chassis fan
G
Auxiliary fan
Figure 12. Thermal Sensors and Fan Connectors