Is your laptop running hot or the fans constantly loud? Overheating can damage components over time. Here's how to cool things down.

Symptoms

  • Fans constantly run at high speed

  • Laptop feels very hot on the bottom or near the keyboard

  • System suddenly shuts down during heavy use

Step-by-Step Resolution

1. Ensure Good Ventilation

  1. Use your laptop on a hard, flat surface (desk, table)

  2. Avoid using it on beds, couches, or pillows that block vents

  3. Consider using a laptop cooling pad for better airflow

2. Clean Vents and Fans

  1. Power off and unplug your device

  2. Use compressed air to gently blow dust out of the vents

  3. Hold the can upright and use short bursts

  4. Do not insert objects into the vents

3. Reduce Background Load

  1. Open Task Manager (Ctrl+Shift+Esc)

  2. Check the CPU tab for high-usage processes

  3. Close unnecessary programs, especially browsers with many tabs

  4. Disable demanding startup apps as described in other guides

4. Update BIOS and Drivers

  1. Visit your manufacturer's support site (Dell, HP, Lenovo, etc.)

  2. Download and apply the latest BIOS/firmware update

  3. Also update chipset and thermal management drivers

  4. Follow manufacturer instructions carefully

5. Adjust Power Settings

  1. Go to Settings > System > Power & battery

  2. Choose a balanced or power-saver plan

  3. Consider reducing maximum processor state in advanced power settings

Still overheating? The thermal paste or internal components may need attention. For safe hardware servicing and thermal optimisation, our team can help.

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