So, my laptop has been getting very hot lately. I thought lowering my number of processors in System Configuration would help. When I checked it the number of processor was at 8, I decided to lower it to 4. Then when I tried playing a game the laptops fan was very loud. So, I wanted to change it back to 8 but, it wont let me? Now the max number is only 4. I use to be able to go up to 8. Also, a application I have tells me my CPU's temperature when I gamed it was always below 80 Celsius now it goes above 80. I have a feeling that's bad for my laptop. So, please, let me know if I can do anything to fix this. Thank you.
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In this WindowsForum thread, the original poster reports that their laptop has been overheating and adjusted the number of processors in system configuration, which now appears to be stuck at 4, preventing them from reverting back to 8. They also note increased CPU temperatures during gaming, which they are concerned about. A respondent advises unchecking the "Number of Processors" setting in msconfig and recommends consulting the CPU manufacturer’s temperature guidelines for safety.
In this WindowsForum thread, the original poster reports that their laptop has been overheating and adjusted the number of processors in system configuration, which now appears to be stuck at 4, preventing them from reverting back to 8. They also note increased CPU temperatures during gaming, which they are concerned about. A respondent advises unchecking the "Number of Processors" setting in msconfig and recommends consulting the CPU manufacturer’s temperature guidelines for safety.
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Just uncheck "Number of Processors" in advanced options with in msconfig.
As for temperatures you'd want to consult manufacturer specs for your specific CPU. Intels thresh hold is usually 100 C with 80-85C being normal at full load. Gaming is generally going to push it to full load.
As for temperatures you'd want to consult manufacturer specs for your specific CPU. Intels thresh hold is usually 100 C with 80-85C being normal at full load. Gaming is generally going to push it to full load.