external unit
[/ɪkˈstɜːrnəl ˈjuːnɪt/]
nounpl: external units
unidade externa
1. A hardware device or component that is located outside the main computer or system, connected externally via cables or wireless connection
The external unit allows for additional storage capacity without opening the computer case.
A unidade externa permite capacidade de armazenamento adicional sem abrir o gabinete do computador.
2. In HVAC systems, the outdoor component of an air conditioning or heating system that dissipates or absorbs heat
The external unit of the air conditioner needs regular maintenance to ensure efficiency.
A unidade externa do ar-condicionado precisa de manutenção regular para garantir eficiência.
3. A separate organizational or operational entity that functions independently from the main system or institution
The company established an external unit to handle international operations.
A empresa estabeleceu uma unidade externa para lidar com operações internacionais.
The term 'unidade externa' is widely used in Brazilian Portuguese in both computing and HVAC industries. In the context of air conditioning, it specifically refers to the outdoor compressor unit, which is a common feature in tropical and subtropical climates like Brazil where air conditioning is prevalent. In tech contexts, the term has gained prominence with the increase in external storage devices and peripherals.
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