Hard drive running way too hot.

ilikeberrypie · Jul 31, 2014

I never really check HDD temps on my laptop but today I was watching a youtube video and the guy downloaded a program called Crystal Disk. I downloaded it and it says my hard drive temp is at 145.4ºF. It's supposed to be at like 90-100 right? How do I bring the temp down to where I need it? The laptop sits on my desk 24/7 so I'm sure it gets enough ventilation but I have never blew out the dust in the fans... Some one please help, I don't want this laptop dying on me.

BigBadBeef · Aug 1, 2014

If you're not sure about the temps, then just try another program. I don't see realistically how a HDD could heat up so much. Try SpeedFan.

ilikeberrypie · Aug 1, 2014

Here is a screen shot of what I am seeing on SpeedFan.

kenrivers · Aug 1, 2014

Do what you have not done and clean the heat exhaust vents. Is the laptop elevated in such a way that you get good air flow?

ilikeberrypie · Aug 1, 2014

It isn't elevated at all. I'll clean the fans out tomorrow. Is that all you suggest I do?

kenrivers · Aug 1, 2014

Blowing out the vents is the easiest fix to try first. If that doesn't lower the temps enough you could try a cooling pad or elevate the back of the laptop some, being sure not to block the fan(s), to allow for better airflow.

BigBadBeef · Aug 1, 2014

Yeah that's hot, that's really hot, you definitely need to some cleaning there!

ilikeberrypie · Aug 1, 2014

Alright thanks. I appreciate the help.

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