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fan control issues
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Fan control issues on Windows systems often stem from graphics driver regressions, as seen with NVIDIA's GeForce 595.71 WHQL hotfix. This update was released to repair fan and sensor problems introduced in the earlier 595.59 driver, which caused erratic fan behavior and incorrect sensor readings. Community feedback indicates the fix is uneven, with some users still experiencing problems. These issues highlight the importance of driver QA and cautious update practices for GeForce users. Discussions on WindowsForum.com cover troubleshooting steps, driver rollback strategies, and monitoring tools to manage fan control problems effectively.
NVIDIA quietly pushed a follow-up Game Ready release, GeForce 595.71 WHQL, on March 2, 2026 — a targeted hotfix meant to repair a string of fan- and sensor-related regressions that forced the company to pull its earlier 595.59 build — but the community response shows the “fix” is uneven and...