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I have udate my hp pavilion g6 2204 tx laptop from win 8 to win 8.1 and after the update laptop starts overheating alot.i have update the BIOS also but it still overheating.

WHAT SHOULD I DO???

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@mk131

 

Welcome to the HP Forums. I would be happy to help you with your HP Pavilion g6-2204tx Notebook PC. I understand that your notebook is overheating, and you have already done some preliminary troubleshooting. 

 

Don't worry though as I have a few steps to determine the issue and find a solution as well,

  • Remove dust and lint by cleaning vents.
  • Ensure proper space for ventilation.
  • Test for hardware failure.

Click here to refer the document and perform these steps.

 

If the issue is resolved and you appreciate my help,

Please click the "Accept as Solution" button and the "Thumbs Up".

Let me know how you make out.

 

Cheers!

Sandytechy20
I am an HP Employee

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@mk131

 

Welcome to the HP Forums. I would be happy to help you with your HP Pavilion g6-2204tx Notebook PC. I understand that your notebook is overheating, and you have already done some preliminary troubleshooting. 

 

Don't worry though as I have a few steps to determine the issue and find a solution as well,

  • Remove dust and lint by cleaning vents.
  • Ensure proper space for ventilation.
  • Test for hardware failure.

Click here to refer the document and perform these steps.

 

If the issue is resolved and you appreciate my help,

Please click the "Accept as Solution" button and the "Thumbs Up".

Let me know how you make out.

 

Cheers!

Sandytechy20
I am an HP Employee

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Thank s alot for the suggestion.

I have clean the vents and there is pretty much decrease in the overheating.

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