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I have facing a problem of my Laptop which is HP Pavilion g6. My laptop is going to very hot staring time to after 30 munites. Somebody help me.

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Several replies correctly point at a fan/thermal-interface problem, which is the most common reason a Pavilion g6 starts running very hot after ~30 minutes. What’s missing from the thread is a short diagnostic sequence to tell you whether the root cause is mechanical (fan/heatpipe), software/process load, or firmware/power management — that determines the fix.

Quick diagnostic workflow (do these in order):

  1. Check CPU/GPU usage with Task Manager/Resource Monitor to rule out a runaway process.
  2. Run a hardware sensor logger (for example HWiNFO or HWMonitor) and record idle vs short-load temps and fan RPMs to see whether the CPU or the GPU is the hot component.
  3. Boot into BIOS/UEFI to confirm fans spin at POST and whether the firmware reports a fan error.
  4. Reproduce the heating for a few minutes (watch video or a light benchmark) while monitoring temps and fan response; stop immediately if you see rapid throttling or shutdown.
  5. Inspect the battery externally for bulging and feel the AC adapter; a failing battery or adapter sometimes adds heat.

If those checks point to a hardware fault and the laptop is out of warranty, proceed carefully: power off, remove AC and battery, ground yourself, open the access panel (follow HP’s service steps), inspect the fan for obstructions or damaged blades and the heatsink fins for crushed or clogged fins. If the thermal interface needs replacing, clean old compound with 90%+ isopropyl alcohol and apply a thin, even layer of new compound — avoid over‑applying.

Action summary: (1) identify whether CPU or GPU is overheating, (2) check for high background load, (3) confirm fan behavior in BIOS, (4) only open and service the unit if out of warranty or have a shop do it. The suggestions from , , , and are on track — use the diagnostics above to decide whether cleaning, fan replacement, or professional repair is required.

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Member Avatar for DaveAmour

Make sure all the vents are clear - buy some compresssed air to clean it out. You must buy the correct stuff as it has anti static properties.

After that install speedfan which will give you an idea of temperatures

http://www.almico.com/speedfan.php

Member Avatar for XP78USER

You might as well want to reapply the thermal paste to the CPU

Member Avatar for rubberman

You can also try configuring your power settings to only speed up the cpu and RAM when needed for processing purposes, throttling it down when not necessary. This will usually help control system temperatures. Don't set it on maximum continual power.

Member Avatar for Heanre

i had that problem before. when we opened the laptop, the fan was full of dusts, and the thermal paste was worn out.

Member Avatar for Ranosys

Power setting changed can be useful.

Member Avatar for XP78USER

I hate laptops when they have dust in them

Member Avatar for bharathy

HP Pavilion g6 have favorite complaint is cooling fan .change the cooling fan and clean the dust in cpu area.fix cooling with sufficiant cooling paste.

Member Avatar for Honeyclerkk

I was having the same problem a week ago, took my laptop at the shop for repairing. It was shutting down after heating up, then I came to know that there was something stuck in the fan, they just fix it and cleaned the fan, now it is okay.
If it is not the problem with your laptop then you ought to apply the paste that is available in the market, here it is somewhat costly but you can check it.
Hope this will help you out.

Member Avatar for rinston

You should clean the fan of your laptop twice a year to prevent over heating. Likewise, the more hardware component you add, it can increase heat on your laptop temperature.

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