I have a toshiba laptop and recently after about half an hour it starts getting really hot, almost to the point where parts of it hurt to touch. I try to shut it down before then but it really limits my computer use. Can I take my laptop in to a computer store to get its fan or whatever it has replaced? Please Help! thanks
2007-01-05 15:35:09 · 8 answers · asked by Miles 5 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Laptops & Notebooks
I've also noticed that on the side of my laptop where the fan is it doesn't have air coming from it anymore. Does that mean a burnt out fan? Also if I take it to a computer store will they have to send it away somewhere to get it fixed or can they do it localy?
2007-01-05 15:43:53 · update #1
My laptop is one of my friends lol help!!
2007-01-05 15:44:18 · update #2
My notebook gets really warm as well but I don't think that there is a problem.
2007-01-05 15:38:02 · answer #1 · answered by Mike J 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My sisters both have laptops, my brother has an Xbox, but they all have this problem. Try to put your laptop on a cooler surface, such as cement (if you're outside), or wood. Also, if you're at home, put a fan next to your computer so that you have a constant source of cooling it down. Overheating happens to laptops all the time. If you're laptop still isn't staying cool, go to a computer place and ask about. I'm sure that you could also find something on the Toshiba website.
2007-01-05 23:39:17 · answer #2 · answered by Izzy 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like your CPU fan died. Was it noisy before things started getting hot? Could be the bearings seized up. You best bet would be to contact a Toshiba authorized repair facility. They can get the proper fan for you. Shouldn't have to send it out, but you never know until you ask them.
2007-01-06 00:55:42 · answer #3 · answered by Ron Y 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like a burnt out fan.
Simply take it in to get a fan replaced
2007-01-05 23:37:46 · answer #4 · answered by Ethernaut 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I fixed my "burning laptop" problem by using a compressed air duster and cleaning my system without having to open it. What happens is that maybe your system has a lot of dust and the fan doesn't run as fast as it should, making your system hotter. Hope this helps.
2007-01-06 00:14:15 · answer #5 · answered by josecarlosolivera 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do not attempt to run it any longer without a fan. Cooling is vital to a laptop's operation and lifespan. Use a shop, unless you are experienced at hardware repair.
2007-01-05 23:38:21 · answer #6 · answered by Joe D 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have a fan under mine & it works GREAT! Mine also got really hot to touch. I probably should send it in to be looked at but I won't.
2007-01-05 23:37:28 · answer #7 · answered by IMHO 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Buy a cooling plate to set your laptop on, most are powered from the USB port.
2007-01-05 23:44:32 · answer #8 · answered by Bad Samaritan 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋