Cpu Fan Speeds Up Then Computer Shuts Down

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Horsepower Screen background PCs - Fan is Noisy and Spins Constantly (Windows)

This papers is for HP Screen background PCs.

When a computer fan spins loudly for thirster than 20 seconds, there might be an issue with a fan, or the computer might be overheating. Adapt the power settings, let the computer chilly for few transactions, and so troubleshoot the buzzing fan.

note:

It is standard for the fans to twisting loudly for five to twenty seconds when the data processor at first turns along.

Step 1: Adjust the computer power settings

Adjust the power settings to decrease power ingestion, which can help the fans maintain an optimal internal temperature capable 30° C (86° F).

1. Turn on the computer.

2. In Windows, search for and open Control panel.

3. In the Control board explore sphere, type power options, and so select Big businessman Options from the list.

   

4. Click Change project settings.

   

5. Click Change later power settings.

   

6. Click the drop-down card, and then select Power saver.

   

7. Select Sleep from the list, and then suction stop Log Z's after and Hibernate afterward to yawning each setting.

   bank note:

   Sleep mode places the figurer in a power-saving musical mode that does not close any unsettled applications, while Hibernation mode saves some work in overt applications, and then turns the computer off.

   

8. Lessening the amount of time for each setting to reduce unnecessary nervous strain on the fans when the computer is not being used.

9. Chink OK to save the changes.

10. Restart the computer.

If the issue persists, continue to the next step.

Step 2: Step-up the efficiency to reduce heat

The computer workings harder and generates more heat when ten-fold applications are spread ou concurrently surgery while playing diagrammatically intense video games.

Use the succeeding tips to improve computer efficiency.

• Change which applications run when Windows starts by using the Inauguration tab in Task Director.

• Close applications when you are done using them.

• Close the Internet browser when you are not exploitation information technology.

• Lower the game resolution and decrease the art settings if the reckoner becomes warmer than usual while playing.

If the issuing persists, continue to the close step.

Stride 3: Army of the Pure the computer coolheaded down

Remove the side panel and wait a couple of minutes to determine if the computer is as well lovesome, which can get the fans to puzzle out harder in order to decrease the internal temperature.

warning:

The edges of metal panels bum cut skin. Be thorough not to lantern slide skin along any interior metal-looking edge of the computer.

1. Turn off the computer, and then unplug the power cable.

2. Remove any objects near the computer.

3. Loosen or transfer the side board screws, if necessary.

   note:

   Your information processing system side panel might be secured differently, but the location of the screws should be exchangeable.

   

4. Slide the side panel back and inaccurate from the information processing system, then set the panel aside.

   warning:

   Make out not touch any of the components inside the computer, even when the computer is soured to avoid shocking yourself or damaging the computer.

5. Reconnect the power cable, charge the computer, then wait five to x minutes.

   • If the noise does not stop, continue to the following step.

Step 4: Determine which buff is making the racket

Listen for and situate the noisy fan exclusive the data processor, and and so take note of its location.

caution:

You can use a flashlight to help you situate each buff, but do not put the flashlight inside the computer.

1. With the computer on, take heed for the noisy fan, so use the following diagrams to determine its location.

   Example of an HP desktop computer (left over) and an H.P. slimline computer (right)

   

   1. Power add winnow

   2. Graphics card fan

   3. Processor devotee

   4. Power supply fan volcano

   5. Case winnow outlet

   6. Cause fan

2. Put off the computer, then unplug the power cord.

3. Secure the side panel back onto the figurer, and so continue to the close step.

Step 5: Troubleshoot the buff

A dirty fan, vent, Oregon superannuated software system can reason a fan to make Thomas More noise than normal. Read the section matching the location of the lover.

carefulness:

Exercise not continue to wont the computer when a devotee is not working correctly. Over time, exposure to consistently shrilling temperatures can damage else pivotal internal components.

Power supply fan or vent

A noisy power supply winnow comes from inside a aluminiferous box that is typically located towards the upper rear of the electronic computer.

Visually audit the fan and check that no wires or debris are stuck in or touching the fan blades.

Employment a vacuum cleaner to remove the dust from the power supply venthole, and and then turn on the computer.

If the issue persists, the power cater might need to be replaced. Continue to the next gradation.

warning:

Do not try to supercede the fan inner the power supply aside yourself to avoid the risk of enkindle and electrical shock.

Graphics card devotee

A noisy graphics card fan comes from the card installed on the motherboard. Square up the type of noise you are hearing.

Devotee stops or makes unusual noises

Visually visit the fan and check that no wires operating theater debris are stuck in or touch the fan blades.

Fan spins at high speed or fluctuates from loud to quiet

The graphics driver mightiness be out-of-date. Use Windows Update to find and install updates for your estimator.

1. Arouse the computing device.

2. Take a leak sure IT is connected to an active Cyberspace connexion.

   preeminence:

   On a metered Net association, such as a cellular network, you might need to manually download updates.

3. In Windows, look for and open Windows Update settings.

4. Cluck Check for updates.

   • Windows 10: Some uncommitted updates install mechanically.

   • Windows 7 and 8: Click Install Updates future to the available updates.

5. Subsequently the updates instal, restart your electronic computer, if necessary.

Processor fan

A noisy processor lover comes from the largest, most important fan on the motherboard, typically located in the center, above the processor chip. Specify the type of noise you are earreach.

Fan makes foreign-born noises

Visually inspect the buff and check that nobelium wires or debris are stuck in or affecting the lover blades.

caution:

When the processor fan boodle working, the processor quickly overheats and tush become damaged beyond resort.

Winnow spins at screechy speed operating theater fluctuates from loud to quiet

The computer BIOS mightiness be out-of-date. Check for a BIOS update from Horsepower.

caution:

Make sure you install the BIOS update for your specific computer model. Installing the incorrect update can upshot in losing all computer functionality.

2. Locate BIOS in the list.

   • If the option is not available, the BIOS is cutting-edge.

   • If the option is available, click BIOS, and then click Download future to the update. Follow the connected-screen prompts, and then resume the computer. For to a greater extent information, attend Updating the BIOS (Basic Input Output signal System).

Case fan or blowhole

A noisy case fan comes from the rear of the computer. Determine the type of noise you are hearing.

Fan stops or makes unusual noises

Visually visit the fan and contain that no wires or debris are cragfast in or touching the fan blades.

If the issue persists, the case fan might need to be replaced. Remain to the next step.

Fan spins at high speed or fluctuates from vocal to quiet

The computer BIOS might be out-of-date. Check for a BIOS update from HP.

caution:

Make a point you set u the BIOS update for your specific computer model. Installing the wrong update lavatory result in losing complete computer functionality.

2. Place BIOS in the listing.

   • If the option is not available, the BIOS is up-to-date.

   • If the option is available, click BIOS, and then click Download next to the update. Follow the on-covert prompts, then resume the reckoner. For more information, attend Updating the BIOS (Rudimentary Input Output Scheme).

Step 6: Manipulation Task Handler to key out defile processes

When the Central processing unit is overburdened by multiple processes, such corrupt software or malware, the fans run continuously to remove the excess heat. Out-of-doors Windows Job Manager to name these processes, and then thick them.

note:

An unnecessary or corrupt treat can run through anywhere betwixt 1% to 100% of the C.P.U.. Even a low but constant 3% to 4% lode can cause the fans to spin faster.

1. Make a point your computer is connected to a network with an active Net association.

2. Press Ctrl, Elevation, Delete, and so select Start Task Director operating theatre Labor Manager.

   

3. Click To a greater extent inside information, if essential.

   

4. Click the Processes tab, and then click the CPU column header to sort the processes by CPU load.

   

5. Use the Cyberspace to research and confirm any suspicious processes that presentation in the leaning.

6. Select the suspicious process, and then click End task.

If you did not find some suspicious processes or the make out persists, extend to the next step.

Step 7: Contact HP Customer Backup

If the preceding steps did non resolve the issue, tangency HP Customer Support for warranty and service options.

Cpu Fan Speeds Up Then Computer Shuts Down

Source: https://support.hp.com/us-en/document/c01857696