Laptop overheating
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The laptop becomes uncomfortably hot and may shut down to protect itself.
Symptoms
- Hot chassis
- Loud fans
- Thermal throttling
Possible Causes
- Dust buildup
- Dried thermal paste
- Blocked vents
Step-by-Step Fix
1
Clean Air Vents
Use compressed air to blow out dust from the cooling fans.
2
Use on Hard Surface
Ensure the laptop is on a flat desk to allow airflow.
3
Apply New Thermal Paste
Disassemble and replace the paste between CPU/GPU and heatsink.
When to See a Technician
Overheating causes the CPU to slow down (throttle), leading to poor performance.
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