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my alienware M17xR3 is too hot!
hello,
i have a problem with my alienware M17xR3: the 4 cores are too hot
1) in idle, the temp of the 4 cores is 70°C (instead of 45°C)
2) in full load, the temp of the 4 cores is above 90°C (instead of around 70°C)
3) the fan speed whatever is very low. (the speed doesn't change whatever the utilization of the cpu). i don't ear the fan always
4) there is always a cpu multiplier underclock to down the temp under 90°C (according the intel 2630qm specs)
what is the problem?
have you an idea?
thanks
ejn63
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May 13th, 2012 08:00
Check the heatsink assembly for accumulated dust and clean accordingly. Even a thin layer will insulate the heatsink and prevent it from doing its job.
labdog99
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May 13th, 2012 08:00
well, but why the fan speed stay very low whatever the use of the notebook?
labdog99
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May 18th, 2012 05:00
another idea?