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Dell XPS 17 overheating: 4 ways to quickly fix the problem
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Users these days generally go with a high-end laptop because they don’t want to compromise on performance or encounter regular problems. But that’s not always the case. Many who purchased the Dell XPS 17 reported overheating issues with it.
When alaptop overheats, it not just affects the performance but could also damage the various built-in components. You can alsomanually check the CPU temperature, and if it reaches around 85°C, turn off the computer right away.
Many faced the issue when running the laptop, while for some, the Dell XPS 17 started overheating while sleeping.
There is a chance of the problem lies with the hardware, but before you go around fixing that, try the methods listed below. These have helped eliminate the problem for a lot of Dell XPS users.
What do I do if Dell XPS 17 is overheating?
1. Disable fast startup
Fast boot is a feature that reduces the boot time for Windows by storing some critical data on the disk before the previous shutdown. However, it’s known to cause conflicts with the functioning of the OS and applications, and you may consider disabling it.
Once done, restart the computer and check if the Dell XPS 17 overheating issue is fixed.
2. Terminate non-critical apps and processes
Once done, wait for a few minutes for the laptop to cool down. Though this method will not exactly eliminate the Dell XPS 17 overheating issue, it will get the system up and running so that you can execute the other methods.
3. Set Dell XPS 17 to Hibernate instead of Sleep
Hibernate and sleep, both store the files that you are working on, but while the former stores it on the disk, the latter does so on the RAM. As a result, it also takes slightly longer to load the Windows from hibernation as compared to sleep.
Going with Hibernate mode instead of Sleep mode has been found effective to fix the Dell XPS 17 overheating problem.
4. Purchase a cooling pad
If the methods listed here have not worked, you can purchase a cooling pad for your Dell XPS laptop. A cooling pad helps facilitate proper airflow and ensures that the laptop’s temperature does not shoot.
There are severaleffective cooling padsavailable on the market and you can purchase one of these.
Besides, you may contact Dell customer support, by either calling on the dedicated number for your country or using the other available channels.
Also, find out what to do if theDell XPS 17 laptop is freezingsince several users have reported encountering the problem.
Tell us which fix worked for you in the comments section below.
Kazim Ali Alvi
Windows Hardware Expert
Kazim has always been fond of technology, be it scrolling through the settings on his iPhone, Android device, or Windows PC. He’s specialized in hardware devices, always ready to remove a screw or two to find out the real cause of a problem.
Long-time Windows user, Kazim is ready to provide a solution for your every software & hardware error on Windows 11, Windows 10 and any previous iteration. He’s also one of our experts in Networking & Security.
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Kazim Ali Alvi
Windows Hardware Expert
Kazim is specialized in hardware devices, always ready to remove a screw or two to find out the real cause of a problem.
