System monitor
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A system monitor (?) is a LCD panel, typically mounted in a 5.25" drive bay on the computer case. Some large models take up two drive bay slots.
It is very rare on OEM computers, but can sometimes been seen on servers, high-end workstations or computers of computer enthusiasts. It is sometimes used on modded computer cases.
It displays information such as current fan rpm, CPU and system temperature, system load, memory usage, uptime. Sometimes it is used for displaying current song title.
They are usually connected to the USB port.
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