[Lex Computer & Tech Group/LCTG] Fan, I assume

[Jonathan Goode]

Hi John -

I have found the free Resource Monitor to be useful to see what programs
are doing, more than Task Manager. it's available here:
https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=8120

Jonathan

On Thu, Jun 17, 2021 at 10:05 AM Paul G <paul.garmon at gmail.com> wrote:

> Maybe install something like this and see if it's really overheating or
> just confused:
>
>    -
>    https://winbuzzer.com/2020/06/12/how-to-use-speedfan-for-fan-speed-control-in-windows-10-xcxwbt/
>
>
> Nice to know actual numbers and then be able to override things if you
> disagree with the system.  Even so, it's turning on the fan because it
> thinks it's hot.  There are often several fans: case fan (sometimes more
> than one), CPU fan, maybe a graphics card fan?
>
> Paul
>
> On Thu, Jun 17, 2021 at 9:19 AM Stan Rose <rosesta at gmail.com> wrote:
>
>> Most likely, when you play the game your computer is doing more and
>> overheating. The first, and easiest, thing to try is cleaning the
>> filters/intake openings and fans. Best way is via a can of compressed air.
>> But, it will be really messy so make sure the surrounding area is covered.
>>
>
>
> That's good advice in any case (assuming it's at all dusty/dirty).  Maybe
> take the machine outside and clean it so you don't pollute your inside air?
> ;)
>
> Paul
>
> On Thu, Jun 17, 2021 at 8:57 AM john rudy <jjrudy1 at comcast.net> wrote:
>
>> I play duplicate bridge on an app called BBO.  I’m on Windows 10 (latest
>> release) using an HP ENVYdesktop.
>>
>> Starting about 2 weeks ago when I play bridge what I assume is a fan goes
>> on very loudly for about 3-4 seconds and this occurs a couple of times a
>> minute.  When I do anything else, like email and word for an hour there is
>> not a single peep.
>>
>>
>>
>> Has anyone run into something like this?
>>
>> John
>>
>
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