how do i stop my IBM Thinkpad overheating

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tango52

Jun 27, 2012, 02:36 PM

i have a IBM thinkpad T42 and have noticed that the bottom of the laptop is very warm how do i stop this from happening

Curlyben

Jun 27, 2012, 02:49 PM

Unfortunately you can't as modern machine do produce alot of excess heat.
You can mitigate it by ensuring the vents are free from dust and there is a ample air flow to them.
There are cooling trays available should the temperature become too great under heavy load.