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 Member 1293 Level 12.09 Mar 2006 
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There isn't a solid ratio for how much is kills your computer's lifespan, but it's safe to say that things are likelier to crap out if they're burning hot. The biggest risk is that it can damage the motherboard, which is never a cheap fix in a laptop.
I'd open it up the best you can and blast it clean with canned air. Adding fresh thermal paste wouldn't hurt, but that's not a simple task for most people. Jam it back in, in the dark.  |
Member 1293 Level 12.09 Mar 2006
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A common misconception is that any contact inside a laptop will cause it to burst into flame, so don't worry too much, just use the same caution you would with a desktop and you'll be fine. If you remove all the screws on the bottom of the laptop, you can usually open the case up enough for the purpose of cleaning it out. Don't worry about getting it to separate, you just need access inside to blow the dirt out. Most of your effort should be cleaning the heatsink and fans, since that's where your trouble likely is.
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