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02-27-2024 08:58 AM
Hi @Beslagic,
Welcome to The HP Support Community.
Thank you for posting your query, I will be glad to help you.
I understand you are Experiencing loud fan noise on your HP Omen 16 can be frustrating, but it's essential to maintain proper cooling to prevent overheating and hardware damage. However, there are a few steps you can take to minimize the noise:
Please try the following Troubleshoots steps.
1. Turn off the Unit.
2. Disconnect the AC adapter.
3. Remove any discs from the disc drive.
4. Remove memory cards from the card reader slot.
5. Disconnect all nonessential peripheral devices, such as printers, scanners, external hard drives, and USB flash drives.
6. Disconnect the AC adapter press and hold the power button for approximately 15 seconds.
7. Reconnect the AC adapter, and then turn on the computer.
Step 2
Turn off the unit and please press and hold the Windows key + letter B key and the power button together for 30 seconds after 30 seconds, 1st release the power button but keep holding the Windows key and B key for ten more seconds and then release these two keys If done correctly, you will see the display flashing once. Please attempt it thrice as this step and Restart the unit
Step3
The unit has to be turned off, Press Win+ V while holding these two keys then Press the Power button, continue to hold all three keys for 30 seconds and then release the Power button first and then release these two keys Please attempt it thrice and then you may get a Pop-Up CMOS Check and it will restart the unit
Even if you don't get a Pop-up restart the unit manually after 3 attempts.
- Check for Dust: Dust accumulation can cause the fans to work harder. Ensure your laptop's vents and fans are clean using compressed air to blow out dust buildup.
- Update Drivers: Ensure that your laptop's BIOS and drivers are up-to-date. Sometimes, outdated drivers can cause the fans to work inefficiently. Software and Drivers for OMEN 16.1 inch Gaming Laptop PC 16-b0000
- Optimize Performance: Check your laptop's power settings and adjust them to balance performance and cooling. You can do this through the Windows Control Panel or HP's power management software.
- Use a Cooling Pad: Placing your laptop on a cooling pad can help improve airflow and reduce the strain on the internal fans, potentially lowering the noise level.
- Limit Background Processes: Closing unnecessary programs and processes can reduce the overall heat generated by your laptop, which may help decrease fan noise.
- HP Omen Command Center: Install and use the HP Omen Command Center software if your laptop has it. It allows you to customize performance settings and monitor system temperature, which can help you optimize fan speed and noise levels.
Refer to this document: HP Notebook PCs - Fan is noisy and spins constantly (Windows)
I hope this helps.
Take care and have a good day.
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