Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 4 Overheating

If your Lenovo ThinkPad E14 Gen 4 is overheating during use, it can result in poor performance issues and unexpected warmth from the device. Please follow the steps below to get your device back up and running.

Before breaking into your computer here are a few things you can try to get your computer started.

Reduce overall application usage
When running unnecessary numbers of applications it causes certain functions such as the CPU or GPU in the device to run at a higher level of function often resulting in excessive heat output.
Reset computer hibernation and/or shutdown
When issues arise with computer hibernation and shutdown it results in the device running for prolonged periods of time possibly leading to restart of the device or permanent damage to the devices
Change Power setting
Look to see what power plan your device is running on in the control panel > power options. If it running on high/maximum performance try switching to "balanced".
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You may need to check if your device is running on the newest windows update. Is your system running on the correct BIOS, drivers, and the operating system.

The harder your Lenovo ThinkPad is working, the more heat it generates. The Fan will ramp up accordingly to compensate.

If temperatures remain high regardless of application or work load it may be due to blocked vents or dust inside of the device.

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