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    Cooling pad for laptop with side vents

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by ej8989, Jan 1, 2014.

  1. ej8989

    ej8989 Notebook Enthusiast

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    Any recommendations for my Samsung R480 laptop? The vents on my laptop are both on the left side; there are no vents at the bottom. I am using this cooler: Coolermaster NotePal ErgoStand but there's totally ZERO difference in CPU temps.
    Processor temps are about 55C on regular use and 70C on heavy usage.
     
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    sasuke256 Notebook Deity

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    how about a repaste if the laptop isnt under warranty any longer, the idle temps are kinda high (even if it's not that urging)..
    How old is the lappy ?
     
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    ej8989 Notebook Enthusiast

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    The laptop is about 3.5yrs old.

    44C - Idle temp (apps open, no activity)
    50-55C - temp when i'm using the laptop for browsing, watching videos, etc.
    70-78C - temp when i'm using the laptop for gaming and/or photoshop with all other apps open (browser, office, etc.)

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    ej8989 Notebook Enthusiast

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    I still have the problem.
     
    ej8989, Mar 28, 2014
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