Goal: To make a low cost, High Availability system...

Remove the CPU fan from the heatsink

Underclock CPU by 50%

Verify you have a good/smooth heatsink/CPU interface

Keep CPU temp UNDER 120ºF while under load

• Keep cool blow dryer on hand in case it gets too hot to touch

Thermally stress test using memtest-86

If stress test was ~120ºF or less, then full load firewall will be <100ºF (w/no fan!)