My laptop keeps over-heating and shutting itself off, even with a chill pad.?

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My laptop keeps over-heating and shutting itself off, even with a chill pad.?

What gives?

2007-10-05 06:41:34 · 2 answers · asked by Haaaaay! 5 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Laptops & Notebooks

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Most likely the internal fans are allowing the chip to overheat. The system will shut down at that point.

2007-10-05 06:48:41 · answer #1 · answered by Marvinator 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋

You didn't disclose what make or model, so it's hard to say if it's a "known issue".

For instance, Macbooks were having this issue for a while and it was fixed w/ a firmware update (lowered temperature threshold of the machine).

Assuming it is not a Macbook, then your CPU fan might be dead and needs to be replaced.

Take it to a certified technician who can diagnose and repair it for you. Your problem will not go away if it is indeed overheating.

2007-10-05 13:51:55 · answer #2 · answered by Guapo Gringo 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋