Hey guys I just bought a 13.3 inch macbook pro from the apple store a few days ago and I have noticed when I am using it, it gets really hot. Like to the point where if I have it in my lap its buring my legs. I am only surfing the web and using microsoft office when it gets hot. How can I stop this?
MacBook Pro, Mac OS X (10.7.4)
The reason your MacBook is getting hot is because you are using it on your legs. In order to keep cool it must be on a hard flat surface so that air can flow beneath it. When it is on your legs, it sinks down, airflow is cut off, and heat collects.
There are two solutions to this problem:
1. Use your MacBook on something hard and flat (like a desk), instead of on your legs.
2. Download an app that allows you to control fan speed. I recommend smcFanControl. This is a safe and simple app that allows you to increase your MacBook's fan speed. It is free and can be downloaded here: Download Now (Here is the website: http://www.macupdate.com/app/mac/23049/smcfancontrol)
When you are using your MacBook on your lap, set the fanspeed to "Higher RPM" and it should stay cooler. (To go back to the original fan speed you can choose "Default" or quit smcFanControl.
Example:
Hope that helps!
Ask if you have any questions!
-James
HOT BATTERY? I have a 2006 MBP and was using a battery that lasted 5 minutes without being plugged in. I also am using smcfancontrol and the MBP sitting on top of a notebook cooler. The operating temperature was still geting into the 77ºC zone and processing anything was painfully slow. Solution: removed the battery. Voila! I opened up Aperture and exported some photos like a brand new computer. The temperature hovered around 33ºC and everything is now working great. Without the smcfancontrol turned on the temperature is around 40.
Hi, I am new to Mac and followed your tips on how to cool down my Mac; Thanks, your advise was a great help.🙂
The reason your MacBook is getting hot is because you are using it on your legs. In order to keep cool it must be on a hard flat surface so that air can flow beneath it. When it is on your legs, it sinks down, airflow is cut off, and heat collects.
So, Your Mac Which is Basically is a Laptop Cannot Be Used On Your LAP
Thank You Apple.
Hi - although I am sure various software issues can lead to hot running, and definitely putting the machine on pillows or duvets, but in my case after a lot of messing around with software and fan control apps, I just had to get the back off it, remove all the dust from the fan vents with compressed air and suddenly it is back to being a beautiful, silent, cool machine again. Remember only do it yourself if you're completely out of warranty and are confident working inside conputers
Thanks.......spot on advice.
I found Spotify was running at 100+ switched it off and laptop almost immediately cooled down.
I got spyware on my computer when downloading this smcfancontrol program. DO NOT USE!
This is one of the best answers I've read for the given issue. Really does resolve the issue.
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