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    M1210 Webcam running to hot

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by hehe299792458, Jan 27, 2007.

  1. hehe299792458

    hehe299792458 Notebook Deity

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    Ever since I got my XPS1210, the webcam has been generating a tremendous amount of heat. I've applying a usb power management hot fix and disabling the webcam in the device manager, but neither of them worked. Does anyone know of a way to remedy this problem. Right now it feel hotter than the CPU. Thanks in advance,
     
    hehe299792458, Jan 27, 2007
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  2. Greg

    Greg Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    I've changed the title so it doesn't sound like spam...perhaps that will help you.

    Anyway, while I don't have the M1210 it does sound like there is a hardware problem. I'd give Dell a call since it sounds like it might need to be replaced.

    Is any other part of the LCD screen hot?
     
    Greg, Jan 28, 2007
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    iPPi Notebook Consultant

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    Well, I just touched the webcam and it is a little warm, but definitely not hot. Also, the webcam is not in use at this moment, so I am a little surprised as to why it is warm.
     
    iPPi, Jan 28, 2007
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    its normal.
     
    s4iscool, Jan 29, 2007
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    yes i touched mine as well and its alot warmer then the LCD screen or the cover...wonder why that is
     
    brown_fv, Jan 29, 2007
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    I tried upgrading the drivers and calling technical support, but they were of no help. So, from what I can gather, this is normal?
     
    hehe299792458, Jan 30, 2007
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