3 min fix · Related: Computer Repair

Laptop Overheating and Shutting Down

Overheats and powers off.

Laptop Overheating and Shutting Down — Symptom Check

  • Hot to touch
  • Shuts down
  • Loud fans

  1. 1. Clean vents

    Clean air vents.

  2. 2. Use hard surface

    Use on hard flat surface, not bed.

  3. 3. Cooling pad

    Use cooling pad or have internal cleaning.

Laptop Overheating and Shutting Down — When to Call a Pro

  • Overheats constantly
  • Thermal paste needed
  • Hardware damage
Get help with this(813) 702-3155
Was this guide helpful?

More Computer Repair fixes

Computer Takes Forever to Start3 min fixWindows Blue Screen (BSOD)3 min fixLaptop Touchpad Not Working3 min fix

Related service: Computer Repair →

Other quick fixes

Printer Shows Offline (But It's Turned On)3 min fixRouter Has a Red Light / No Internet3 min fixOutlook Stuck Syncing / Won't Update Mail4 min fix