@CrimsonHerb, Welcome to the HP Support Community!
I understand that fan is running constanlty and causing noise ,
Any recent hardware or software changes made to your PC?
While you respond to that, Click here to see this video in full screen on YouTube to reduce Heat Inside the Laptop to Prevent Overheating, alternatively, you can Click here for step by step instructions.
Also, to resolve issues such as Fan is Noisy and Spins Constantly:
- Updating your Notebook computer BIOS
- Keeping notebook air vents clear and clean
- Increasing the efficiency of the notebook to reduce heat
- Using Windows Task Manager to identify corrupt processes
- Selecting power save settings to shut off your computer when it is not in use
CLICK HERE FOR MORE STEPS AND INSTRUCTIONS.
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