Name: Anonymous 2007-12-29 15:02
Hey /tech/
Dell Inspiron 5150
2.8 GHz P4, 512 MB RAM
NVIDIA GeForce FX Go5200
XP Home
When I go to use anything that requires some graphics work (YouTube fullscreen, Diablo II, StarCraft), my fan spins up to full speed and the video/game/whatever gets incredibly choppy. Happens whether or not I'm on AC or battery power. Never overheats enough to force a powerdown or anything.
I use a small desk fan aimed right at the laptop's fan inlet to fight off the problem and it works, but I'm wondering if you guys can suggest anything I can do with the laptop itself. Thanks
Dell Inspiron 5150
2.8 GHz P4, 512 MB RAM
NVIDIA GeForce FX Go5200
XP Home
When I go to use anything that requires some graphics work (YouTube fullscreen, Diablo II, StarCraft), my fan spins up to full speed and the video/game/whatever gets incredibly choppy. Happens whether or not I'm on AC or battery power. Never overheats enough to force a powerdown or anything.
I use a small desk fan aimed right at the laptop's fan inlet to fight off the problem and it works, but I'm wondering if you guys can suggest anything I can do with the laptop itself. Thanks