CPU too hot?

Lately my cooler fan runs at a higher speed, even when it has been on idle all night.
Could that mean the fan is about to fail or does the cpu need new thermal paste.
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Johannes said:

Lately my cooler fan runs at a higher speed, even when it has been on idle all night.
Could that mean the fan is about to fail or does the cpu need new thermal paste.

It could be the thermal paste, but it could equally well be that the fan is clogged with dust/fluff.

Bree said:

It could be the thermal paste, but it could equally well be that the fan is clogged with dust/fluff.

Thanks Bree, do you think the temperatures is too high as well.
In any case, I will take it to a shop since it is an AIO and I have not a clue as to how to go about it.

Johannes said:

Thanks Bree, do you think the temperatures is too high as well.

Sorry, but I can't see your temps. The (image?) you included in the first post just says 'Invalid Attachment specified' if I click on it.
Are we talking about the computer in you profile specs? If so, this is a guide to max temps for its i7-4790T.

Safe temps on an i7 4790 - non K | Tom's Hardware Forum

In any case, I will take it to a shop since it is an AIO and I have not a clue as to how to go about it.

Official HP video for full servicing of an HP Envy 27" AiO (a full 1hr 6min long!). The heatsink part is at 38min in....

Removing & replacing parts for HP ENVY 27-inch AiO | HP Computer Service - YouTube

Bree said:

Sorry, but I can't see your temps. The (image?) you included in the first post just says 'Invalid Attachment specified' if I click on it.
Are we talking about the computer in you profile specs? If so, this is a guide to max temps for its i7-4790T.

Safe temps on an i7 4790 - non K | Tom's Hardware Forum



Official HP video for full servicing of an HP Envy 27" AiO (a full 1hr 6min long!). The heatsink part is at 38min in....

Removing & replacing parts for HP ENVY 27-inch AiO | HP Computer Service - YouTube

The temperatures while idling were 56 C on the CPU and 57 C on the graphics card.
Whereas before it was in the 40 C range.
What got me concerned was that the cooling fan started to run high, even when the PC was not being used.
As for repairing, that would not be possible for me to do myself due to paralysis, I can barely hold a pencil to type.
I appreciate your replies.

Johannes said:

The temperatures while idling were 56 C on the CPU and 57 C on the graphics card.
Whereas before it was in the 40 C range.
What got me concerned was that the cooling fan started to run high, even when the PC was not being used.

Well, the specified max case temp for the CPU is 72°, so it's still in the safe range. The fans are probably staying on longer because the cooling is less efficient now. Probably is time to replace the thermal paste.

Ideally, your CPU temperature should be around 60 to 70 degrees Celsius (140 to 158 degrees Fahrenheit) when running essential apps and around 40 to 45 degrees Celsius (104 to 113 degrees Fahrenheit) when sitting idle. Moreover, the safe CPU temperature range for gaming is roughly 70 to 80 degrees Celcius. If your CPU is regularly shooting above these temperature ranges, you need to clean your PC, improve the cooling system, and re-apply thermal paste.

Bree said:

Well, the specified max case temp for the CPU is 72°, so it's still in the safe range. The fans are probably staying on longer because the cooling is less efficient now. Probably is time to replace the thermal paste.

thanks again, I shall take my PC to the repair shop.

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FreeBooter said:

Ideally, your CPU temperature should be around 60 to 70 degrees Celsius (140 to 158 degrees Fahrenheit) when running essential apps and around 40 to 45 degrees Celsius (104 to 113 degrees Fahrenheit) when sitting idle. Moreover, the safe CPU temperature range for gaming is roughly 70 to 80 degrees Celcius. If your CPU is regularly shooting above these temperature ranges, you need to clean your PC, improve the cooling system, and re-apply thermal paste.

Thank you, I shall do that.

You are very welcome!