Keeping your laptop cool protects performance and extends its lifespan. Build these easy habits to avoid heat problems before they start.
1
Use it on hard surfaces
Always work on a desk or table so the bottom vents stay open. Soft surfaces trap heat.
Always work on a desk or table so the bottom vents stay open. Soft surfaces trap heat.
2
Clean the vents monthly
A quick burst of compressed air keeps dust from choking airflow — the top cause of overheating.
A quick burst of compressed air keeps dust from choking airflow — the top cause of overheating.
3
Keep the room cool
Avoid direct sunlight and hot rooms. Ambient temperature directly affects how well the fans cool.
Avoid direct sunlight and hot rooms. Ambient temperature directly affects how well the fans cool.
4
Don't block the fans
Keep papers, blankets, and clutter away from the vents while it's running.
Keep papers, blankets, and clutter away from the vents while it's running.
5
Consider a cooling pad
For gaming or long work sessions, an inexpensive cooling pad noticeably lowers temperatures.
For gaming or long work sessions, an inexpensive cooling pad noticeably lowers temperatures.
6
Close what you're not using
Fewer background apps means less heat. Shut down heavy programs when you're done.
Fewer background apps means less heat. Shut down heavy programs when you're done.
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