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    Laptop cooling?

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by kinkouin, Nov 7, 2007.

  1. kinkouin

    kinkouin Notebook Geek

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    Right now I have a T60 Widescreen at 15.4", but lately its starting to heat up due to some gaming that I've been doing on it and the fact that it's on 24/7.

    I've looked at the Cooler Master Notepal Infinite, but it's not out till the 20th, and the only site that has it stocked costs 50 bucks for it to be shipped :(

    Anyone have any other suggestions for a good laptop cooling pad that costs around 20 to 30 dollars max?
     
    kinkouin, Nov 7, 2007
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  2. vespoli

    vespoli 402 NBR Reviewer

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    Have you cleared the vents lately?

    It's hard to think about what kind of cooling mat will work best for you, but there are a few reviews on this site, especially in the cooling guide.

    AS5 may be worthwhile, if you don't worry too much about warranty or disassembly ;)
     
    vespoli, Nov 7, 2007
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  3. Phillip

    Phillip Phillip J. Fry

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    check that site out, but if you just need something to get it up higher then the targus chill mat can be had for ~$20.
    its one of the pads that sucks the air out from the bottom of the laptop. Its not the best in my opinion but it does keep it from overheating when you are using your laptop on a nonflat/not solid surface like a bed or a couch.
    again check the guide.
     
    Phillip, Nov 8, 2007
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    joystik Notebook Evangelist

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    I've gone through so many notebook coolers.. and out of them all i've found the vantec lapcool2 to be the best. I'm currently using the zalman nc-1000.. although its made of mostly alluminum.. the airflow is much weaker. I've also tried the lapcool4.. it completely useless...
     
    joystik, Nov 9, 2007
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