Whats this electrical component called???

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    Hey guys, hope someone can help me with this...

    There is a part on the motherboard that is a round thing wrapped in copper wire - whats it called????

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    Cheers
    DD
     
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  2. dynashox

    dynashox Premium Member Staff

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    That thing is call Radio Frequency (RF) Chokes. It purpose is to reduce interference with other electronic devices.

    Some motherboard have it and some don't. So, it's not a must have component on your motherboard.
     
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  3. DomainDomain

    DomainDomain Active Member

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    Thanks dynashox! My 5 yr old son said he thought they were called something like 'techuaries'....he couldn't remember where he heard that, but was very sure lol...
    So, anyone heard of an electrical component called something like 'techuaries' or similar??
    DD
     
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    I did AS wiki search for it. I don't think its a word.
     
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    bro. it is called "Toroids"
     
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    DomainDomain Active Member

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    Thats the one mate, cheers!
    Thanks all
    DD
     
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    lol Toroids sounds different from techuaries
     
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    Yeah I know mate...not sure what he was on about lol... he was sure it was techuaries (he's only 5yrs old :p).
    DD
     
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