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01-01-2018 09:03 PM
Sometimes when I power on my laptop its fan makes a loud noise however temperature is not high, what's the problem?
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01-02-2018 02:11 PM
Thank you for posting on HP Forums,
Riddle_Decipher is at your service.
As I Understand the fan excessive noise,
No worries, as I'll be glad to help you, that said, I'll need a few more details to dissect your concern & provide an accurate solution:
When was the last time it worked without these issues?
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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01-02-2018 02:11 PM
Thank you for posting on HP Forums,
Riddle_Decipher is at your service.
As I Understand the fan excessive noise,
No worries, as I'll be glad to help you, that said, I'll need a few more details to dissect your concern & provide an accurate solution:
When was the last time it worked without these issues?
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.
Keep me posted,
If the information I've provided was helpful,
Give us some reinforcement by clicking the solution and kudos buttons,
That'll help us and others see that we've got the answers!
Good Luck.
Riddle_Decipher
I am an HP Employee
Learning is a journey, not a destination.
Let's keep asking questions and growing together.
03-29-2019 07:47 AM
I have the same problem with my just bought Spectre 360 2in1. I literally just bought it, it just came in the mail, and i was setting it up when it suddenly made a loud fan noise and heat up 😞 freaked me out, is this normal?? should i return it??
03-29-2019 08:04 AM
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