Jimpey

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Q: mats to cool Mac

My Macbook gets very hot after say watching a film for 90 mins.on my lap.What are the best mats etc to prevent the Mac shutting off.

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Posted on May 22, 2016 7:14 AM

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Hi ..

Make sure the Mac is well ventilated > Mac notebooks: Operating temperature

A lap may not be the best place to view a 90 minute video from

Learn about the fans in your Mac

Posted on May 22, 2016 12:49 PM

Q: mats to cool Mac

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by Carolyn Samit,Apple recommended

Carolyn Samit May 22, 2016 12:49 PM in response to Jimpey
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May 22, 2016 12:49 PM in response to Jimpey

Hi ..

Make sure the Mac is well ventilated > Mac notebooks: Operating temperature

A lap may not be the best place to view a 90 minute video from

Learn about the fans in your Mac
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Lanny May 22, 2016 3:46 PM in response to Carolyn Samit
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May 22, 2016 3:46 PM in response to Carolyn Samit

If the OP is using the correct forum area, his MacBook has no fan.
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Carolyn Samit May 22, 2016 8:04 PM in response to Lanny
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May 22, 2016 8:04 PM in response to Lanny

Lanny..

Thanks for the heads up!
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