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    Compaq V3000 fan runs constantly

    Discussion in 'HP' started by SHiFTY, Jan 13, 2007.

  1. SHiFTY

    SHiFTY Newbie

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    The fan on my presario V3142AU seems to run constantly now, despite cpu basically idle (<5% ;) and temps of only around 29 degrees C.

    It didn't do this when new, any idea how to turn it off when not needed?
     
    SHiFTY, Jan 13, 2007
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  2. TwiztOG43

    TwiztOG43 Notebook Evangelist

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    how long have you had ur notebook?
    not really sure scince i have not had my notebook for a long time, and my fan turns off sometimes. but how do you find out the CPU temp?
    maybe miner can help you with this!
     
    TwiztOG43, Jan 14, 2007
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  3. miner

    miner Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    Have you changed any of the power settings? Is your processor running with Powernow(800MHz when idle & increase as & when necessary)? I would check these 2 settings. Other than these check your GPU temp as well. It could be a cause for the fan to run constantly if the temps are above 80C - 90C. If everything seems normal then it might be an hardware issue. There isnt much one can do about the fans since there isnt any way to control it.
    I use Core Temp...
    http://www.thecoolest.zerobrains.com/CoreTemp/
     
    miner, Jan 14, 2007
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