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    Acer fan wont come on...

    Discussion in 'Acer' started by acer5720, Jan 14, 2009.

  1. acer5720

    acer5720 Newbie

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    Hi guys,

    Im a newbie so be gentle...

    My problem is that when my laptop heats up the fan doesnt come on to cool it back down so the system shuts down and i cant use my laptop for about 10 minutes.

    The fan will come on when i start the laptop up but it never seems to work after the initial startup. Ive tried everything to get it to work but im out of idea's.

    Im disappointed that there's no way i can control the fan as its done automatically by the computer. Ive tried Speedfan and other software applications but as you all know they dont work.

    Is there anyway i can fix this problem? Ive noticed its quite a common problem through google searches but ive never actually found an answer. I only got the thing in October and i love it but its just really annoying that i can only play games or watch movies for 15 minutes and then it cuts out.

    Any help would be appreciated. I really dont want to send it back because i wont be able to use it for about a week but i dont know what else to do.
     
    acer5720, Jan 14, 2009
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    ATG 2x4 Super Moderator

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    Welcome to NBR.

    What is the exact model of your laptop? You bought it new or used? If you bought it new I suggest you use your warranty and send it back to the store or better yet - to ACER.
     
    ATG, Jan 15, 2009
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    acer5720 Newbie

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    Hi, thanks for the reply.

    Its an Aspire 5720, intel core2duo, T7500, 2.2ghz, 2GB RAM, 800mhz FSB. Vista.

    I hope thats enough details because im a complete noob!. lol

    It happened again last night. There i was, sitting nice and happily watching a movie and.... OFF.

    Its brand new. I only bought it in October.
     
    acer5720, Jan 15, 2009
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