Complete HP 15q Overheating Problem Fix

Many users complaint about HP 15q overheating and shutting down problems. So here is the fix to the heating and unexpectedly shut down issues in your Laptop.

About HP 15q

  • HP 15q comes with 15.6-inches display with a screen resolution of 1,366 x 768 pixels
  • It is powered by Intel Core i3-6006U Processor with 4GB of RAM and 1TB HDD.
  • Lastly, it has a good battery backup.

Full Specifications

What is the overheating problem in HP 15q?

  • Heating problem is generally when the heat is increased in excessive amount in your HP 15q
  • The resulting heat may damage the internal components of the Laptop.
  • But it is apparent to say that electrical devices or components produce heat and fans inside the Laptop help to move the air to keep the components cooled to normal temperatures.

Why overheating can be caused in HP 15q?

  • The common cause of heating can be inadequate cooling which enables components to produce more heat than normal.
  • Also, the sound of the fan may indicate the laptop is inefficient to cool the hardware components.

What is the result of overheating?

  • Windows stop responding and get paused.
  • Also, Games stop responding while playing games.
  • Fans become louder and get spinning very fast which may be the result of removing excess heat from your HP 15q.
  • The operating system restarts unexpectedly.
  • Mouse and keyboard stop responding again and again.
  • Also, Some Dust inside the Laptop.
  • High-ambient room temperature in HP 15q.
  • Furthermore, The laptop needs more power supply.

How to Fix the overheating issue in HP 15q?

  1. Removing the Dust and Lint by Cleaning venting in HP 15q: The vents are located under the case to allow the air to pass from there. The vents can get clogged or heat-generated parts can become covered with dust. This dust prevents air to flow around the fan blades which causes the fan to work harder when your HP 15q is overheating. However, it is necessary to clean the dust accumulated in the vents.
  2. Place your HP 15q in a cooler room: Keeping your overheated HP 15q in a cooler temperature can make a difference in temperature. Furthermore, this step is optional so you can move to another step.
  3. Ensure that your Laptop has a proper space for ventilation: As discussed above the ventilation of your laptop should be proper. Good ventilation can decrease the overheating problem in your HP 15q. Keep your laptop upright and at the level surface for good ventilation.
  4. Check for BIOS updates: HP provides updates for BIOS and some other components of your Laptop. Check for updates
  5. Test for any hardware failures: If all the solutions provided above are not able to fix your problem then you must check for any hardware failures. Also, To fix any bad component on your HP 15q – Contact Support
  6. Use Low Power mode: In this state, your Laptop will consume less power and will remain cooled. There is a performance mode in your Laptop which should be enabled for resulting in lower system operating temperatures.

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