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CPU temperature too high but fan not running at max speed

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Problem

My processor fan never runs on full speed event though my processor temperature is going so high. I am using HWMonitor (also speedfan) to record temperatures and my temperature readings in normal are as follows: But during high usage like while playing a game or something it hits around 80+, I trie…

Error Output

Intel Core 2 Quad Q2800:
Core # 0: 65 c
Core # 1: 60 c
Core # 2: 59 c
Core # 3: 59 c

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Fix for: CPU temperature too high but fan not running at max speed

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This is about the only system controlled method to control the fan speed / processor load mannerisms. Alternatively, for more control, you would have to update your BIOS as suggested by @ZianChoy and attempt to control fan speed using SpeedFan. You …

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