Acer Aspire 5253 Overheating Troubleshooting Guide

Is your Acer Aspire 5253 laptop overheating? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. At Salvation Repair, we’ve seen our fair share of overheating laptops, and we’re here to help you troubleshoot and fix the issue. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the common causes of overheating and provide step-by-step instructions to resolve the problem.

Before we dive into the troubleshooting process, it’s essential to understand that overheating can be caused by various factors, including too many programs running, improper ventilation, and a malfunctioning fan. Let’s explore each of these causes in detail.

Too Many Programs Running

If your laptop is running too many programs simultaneously, it can overheat. This is because the fans cannot cool the laptop quickly enough, leading to a buildup of heat. To resolve this issue, close all open programs and restart your laptop. Wait a few minutes for the laptop to cool down. If the noise of the fan decreases and eventually stops, it means that you had too many programs running.

If your laptop overheats and simply turns itself off without the fan turning on, it’s likely due to another cause. Let’s explore the next possible cause.

Improper Ventilation

Improper ventilation can also cause your laptop to overheat. To ensure proper ventilation, avoid using your laptop in bed or on a carpet. Never use pillows as padding, as they can block your laptop’s air vents. Always place your laptop on hard surfaces to allow air from the fans to properly ventilate.

Now, let’s move on to the next possible cause of overheating.

Fan Not Functioning

A malfunctioning fan is often the most common cause of overheating. To check if your laptop’s fan is functioning properly, turn the laptop off and turn it over so that its underside is facing up. Then, turn the laptop back on. If you hear the fan whirring when the laptop turns on, the fan is working properly. If you don’t hear the fan start to whirr, it means that the fan processor is not functioning.

In this case, you may need to replace the fan. At Salvation Repair, we offer a limited lifetime guarantee on all parts and labor. You can schedule a repair with us by visiting https://salvationrepair.com/repair.

Additionally, you can try clearing out dust and debris from the fan to see if that resolves the issue. Unplug all cables from your laptop and remove its plastic cover. Blow compressed air into the fan to remove the dust. Then, place the cover back on the computer and reconnect any necessary cables.

By following these steps, you should be able to troubleshoot and fix the overheating issue with your Acer Aspire 5253 laptop. If you’re still experiencing problems, don’t hesitate to reach out to us at Salvation Repair. We’re here to help you get your laptop up and running smoothly.