How can I tell if my laptop's fan is working?

wolfess
wolfess Member Posts: 1 New User

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I blew my laptop out with compressed air.  How can I tell if the fan is working?

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  • philetus
    philetus ACE Posts: 4,759 Pathfinder

    Open laptop about 45°,Set it on it's side, hold a little strip of tissue paper in front of the fan or a candle, bic lighter.

    If it doesn't spin at all or it spins noisilt, it probably needs to be replaced.

     

  • jimmiev
    jimmiev Member Posts: 18 Troubleshooter

    it should only turn on if it gets hot i recommend laptop cooler itl will prolong the life of your laptop