I have no idea why my hard drive is running hot.
My CPU isn't running hot, but my hard drive is.
For what it is worth (maybe it is part of the problem) I have a SATA drive, I had to turn whatever it does off in the BIOS so I could install windows, and I can't start up my computer with it on without getting a BSOD so I don't know if that is the problem. My hard drive is running @ 59 Celcius, it is very hot on my lap. thanks.
2007-06-27 19:12:15 · 4 answers · asked by jayztttight 4 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Laptops & Notebooks
Despite the term, Laptops are not designed to be on laps. They should be on a hard flat surface. Too many people burn out their laptops by placing them on inappropriate surfaces, such as on a bed. Fabric easily covers the fan/vents and causes heat to build up. Modern laptops use more power and generate more heat than their predecessors from just a few years ago.
I suggest that you purchase an external fan cooler to place underneath your laptop. They can be powered by battery, AC adapter, or even through a USB port. This will keep it off of your lap and add extra cooling for your laptop.
When was the last time that you cleaned the fans in your laptop? Do not use compressed air! It may break your fans. Open the case and use tweezers and cotton tipped swabs to clean the fans. This should improve the cooling of your laptop.
2007-06-28 08:38:33 · answer #1 · answered by rec4lms 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is natural for Power Supplies, CPU's, memory Chips and Hard Drives to run hot. Lap tops in particular because of the limited space for cool air to circulate properly. Of course it's hot on your lap, it's in the bottom of the lap top and you may be blocking or preventing it to expel the hot air out of the case.
Lap top computers do have vents and air intakes on the bottom of them.
2007-06-27 21:57:10 · answer #2 · answered by Lee P 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It shouldn't matter 2much I am using a laptop now and the hdd is running at 60 degrees celcius. But if you are 2 concerned get it checked out wth the manufacturer
2007-06-27 19:17:11 · answer #3 · answered by Smitty 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
On the low side of life expectancy, hard drives are rated with a 4 year lifespan. If that fits your situation, you might start backing up data. Defrag if you haven't done that in a while. Your drive could be working harder than it needs to.
2007-06-27 19:22:06 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋