Lenovo ThinkPad L380 overheating issue fix+other issues solved

Here is the complete Lenovo ThinkPad L380 overheating problem fix. Users have just asked for support on Infofuge if you have this similar heating issue in your Lenovo ThinkPad L380 then follow this post.

About Lenovo ThinkPad L380 Yoga

  • Lenovo ThinkPad L380 Yoga comes with a 13.3 Inches display with a resolution of 1,920 x 1,080 pixels.
  • It is powered by 1.6GHz Intel Core i5-8250U 8th Gen processor with 8GB DDR4 RAM upgradable to 32GB and 256 GB SSD.
  • The graphics in Lenovo ThinkPad L380 Yoga are powered by Intel UHD 620 graphics card.
  • Lenovo ThinkPad L380 Yoga has a battery capacity of 45 Watt-Hours and it also supports the quick charge, up to 80% charge in less than 1 hour.
  • Finally, Windows 10 Pro 64-bit is pre-installed.

Full Specs

What is the overheating problem in Lenovo ThinkPad L380?

  • The heating problem is generally when the heat is increased in excessive amounts in your Lenovo ThinkPad L380.
  • The resulting heat may damage the internal components of the Laptop and it can also cause a battery draining issue in your laptop.
  • But it is apparent to say that electrical devices or components produce heat and fans inside the Laptop help to move the air to keep the components cooled to normal temperatures.

Why overheating can be caused in Lenovo ThinkPad L380?

  • The common cause of heating can be inadequate cooling which enables components to produce more heat than normal.
  • Also, the sound of the fan may indicate the laptop is inefficient to cool the hardware components.

What is the result of overheating?

  • Windows stop responding and get paused.
  • Also, Games stop responding while playing games.
  • Fans become louder and get spinning very fast which may be the result of removing excess heat from your Lenovo ThinkPad L380.
  • The operating system restarts unexpectedly.
  • Mouse and keyboard stop responding again and again.
  • Some Dust inside the Laptop.
  • High-ambient room temperature in Lenovo ThinkPad L380.
  • Furthermore, The laptop needs more power supply.

How to Fix the overheating issue in Lenovo ThinkPad L380?

  1. Removing the Dust and Lint by Cleaning venting in Lenovo ThinkPad L380: The vents are located under the case to allow the air to pass from there. The vents can get clogged or heat-generated parts can become covered with dust. This dust prevents air to flow around the fan blades which causes the fan to work harder when your Lenovo ThinkPad L380 is overheating. However, it is necessary to clean the dust accumulated in the vents.
  2. Place your Lenovo ThinkPad L380 in a cooler room: Keeping your overheated Lenovo ThinkPad L380 in a cooler temperature can make a difference in temperature. Furthermore, this step is optional so you can move to another step.
  3. Ensure that your Lenovo ThinkPad L380 has a proper space for ventilation: As discussed above the ventilation of your laptop should be proper. Good ventilation can decrease the overheating problem in your Lenovo ThinkPad L380. Keep your laptop upright and at the level surface for good ventilation.
  4. Check for BIOS updates in Lenovo ThinkPad L380: Microsoft provides updates for BIOS and some other components of your Laptop. Check for updates
  5. Test for any hardware failures: If all the solutions provided above are not able to fix your problem then you must check for any hardware failures. Also, To fix any bad component on your Lenovo ThinkPad L380 – Contact Support
  6. Use Low Power mode: In this state, your Laptop will consume less power and will remain cooled. There is a performance mode in your Laptop which should be enabled for resulting in lower system operating temperatures.

Any other issue with Lenovo ThinkPad L380–  Asking a Question

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