Learn how to minimize the risk of overheating and improve your system's performance. This video walks you through simple tips for preventing overheating and using Dell SupportAssist and Dell Power Manager to optimize your device's cooling. Follow the steps to keep your system running smoothly and efficiently.
Minimize the risk of overheating by following these simple tips. Be aware of your PC's environment and your work area. Restricted airflow can lead to overheating and cause serious performance issues. Make sure the vents on your system are unobstructed and free from dust and other debris. Cleaning the vents regularly with a soft brush or compressed air will help maintain the proper ventilation inside the computer. Avoid using the laptop on top of soft surfaces such as carpeting, pillows, and blankets.
These types of surfaces often obstruct airflow. Hard, flat surfaces, such as a desk, table, or laptop tray are best, as they allow proper ventilation. Desktops should have enough open space around them, especially where the system's vents are facing. Keep drivers up to date with Dell Support Assist. Click on the Windows start button to search for an open support assist. On the home tab, click on update software and press start to prompt support assist to scan for and download any required updates.
When the scan is finished, click on view updates and then install. Follow the on-screen instructions to download and install the pending updates. Restart the computer when prompted. You can also use Dell Power Manager to prevent overheating. To install the app, open a web browser and go to Dell.com/Support. Identify your system automatically or by typing in the service tag. Select drivers and downloads. And then click on select drivers. Choose your operating system and set the category as systems management.
Scroll down and check the box next to Dell Power Manager Service and click selected for download. Click again on Dell Power Manager service to display the driver details page. Scroll down and click download. Open the file when it finishes downloading and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation. Restart the computer when the process is finished. Once the computer reboots, click on the Windows start button to search for and open Dell Power Manager.
In the thermal management section, you can control processor and cooling fan settings to manage performance, system surface temperature and fan noise. If you have any questions about preventing overheating, contact us via one of the options on our support website so we can assist you.
