Wednesday, 12 March 2014

2006 macbook getting very hot


i got hands on first macbook 2006 black mn a1181 cousin decided buy himself new macbook pro. runs fine , still fast hell seems hot when not doing @ (web browsing + skype) point gets hot have on lap. downloaded fan controller , set fan speed max right temp showing 55c.

questions are, normal? if not should do?

bdw live in uk
 

use istat pro accurate readings of temps , fan speeds, among other things, rather going how mac feels. intel processors used in macs designed automatically shut down prevent damage if overheat (around 100c/212f - 105c/221f, depending on processor).

unless there rare defect in mac, temps within normal operating range, considering workload being put on it. websites flash content, games , other multimedia apps put higher demand on cpu/gpu, generating more heat. normal. if you're putting high demands on system, such gaming or other multimedia tasks, expect temps rise , fans spin accordingly. it's mac doing job maintain temps within normal range.

fans on when mac on, spinning @ minimum of 2000 rpm (for mbps) or 1800 rpm (for mbas, mbs , minis). spin faster needed keep temps @ safe level. if they're spinning without increased heat, try resetting smc. pram/nvram has nothing these issues, resetting not help. also, make sure don't block vents, located @ rear, near hinge.

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