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    T21 Runs Hot

    Discussion in 'Lenovo' started by shepseskaf, Jun 17, 2006.

  1. shepseskaf

    shepseskaf Notebook Consultant

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    I managed to resurrect my old T21. It continues to run hot, however.

    Does anyone have any tips on how to cool it down? Is there an effective cooler pad on the market?

    Thanks.
     
    shepseskaf, Jun 17, 2006
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  2. ZaZ

    ZaZ Super Model Super Moderator

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    I guess the first thing to do is to make sure the vents/fans aren't dirty/plugged. Check to make sure there is not anthing you don't want running in the background. Perhaps some artic silver.
     
    ZaZ, Jun 17, 2006
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    chuchutrain Notebook Consultant NBR Reviewer

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    get some canned air. open up the case and clean that baby out!
     
    chuchutrain, Jun 17, 2006
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    AGREED, my dealers have T21 andthey have zero problem with heat... **** I would go for it than this R40 (even if the T21 has lower specs)
     
    waterloo, Jun 17, 2006
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    Gator1 Newbie

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    I have one T21. It runs warm, but not hot. Try to look at the fan...do you see it is running when it gets hot? if not, you probably have to change it.
     
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    shepseskaf Notebook Consultant

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    Thanks for the responses. The fan works fine. I think I'll try the canned air approach and see how that works.
     
    shepseskaf, Jun 18, 2006
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