- Measuring at only 1.1 inches thick, the 8510W offers a powerful system in a slim profile. Although this thin design helps with portability, it can contribute to overheating due to the cramped assembly of the internal components. With little air space between them, the combined heat generated through even normal use can raise the internal temperature quickly.
- The 8510W offers three vents to encourage air movement within your laptop — one on the side and two underneath. The internal cooling system, your laptop's fan and heat sink, pull in air from one vent and use it to move the hot air through the others. However, the location of the vents can result in unintentional blockage, usually from placing the laptop on a soft surface. This blockage prevents the necessary air movement and traps the heat inside.
- Because the cooling system built into your 8510W relies on moving ambient air for heat dissipation, it can also pull in any dirt, lint or hair that may be floating in the air at the same time. This collection of floating debris can gather on the fan and heat sink, as well as the vent openings, clogging the system and preventing proper air movement. Regular cleanings with canned air help keep vents clear, and more thorough cleanings inside the laptop can return the fan and heat sink to proper effectiveness.
- Mindful use of the computer, such as not opening multiple processor-intensive programs at once, and external cooling stands help to prevent overheating before it begins. Keep your 8510W away from external heat sources that could add to the heat it generates, and use a small, ordinary fan to help keep fresh, cooler air flowing over your laptop's exposed air vents.
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