How do I check my MacBook Pro fan?

Head to the Menubar Display tab, then select a fan and/or a sensor to display in the menu bar. Click “Close”, and you'll see the information in your menu bar at all times. Outside of amazing conversations, monitoring the fan speed passively like this can be helpful if you suspect there's a problem.
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How do I know if my MacBook Pro fan is broken?

Put your ear up to the bottom of your MacBook Pro. If you hear a gentle whirring noise, then your fan is functioning. If you hear rattling, grinding, or revving, then it is probably malfunctioning. It could also come across as a screeching or ticking noise.
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How can I check the temperature of my CPU Mac?

Check CPU Temperature of M1 Mac (Mac with Apple Silicon)
  1. Install TG Pro (download) on your Mac (make sure you download the version for Intel or Apple Silicon based on your Mac)
  2. Launch the app and you will see it show up as a menu bar app, complete with your CPU temperatures on the icon itself.
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Why is my MacBook Pro so hot?

MacBooks can overheat for many reasons: software that strains your processor, too many open browser tabs, and setting your device near external heat sources are common reasons why a Mac can get hot. To avoid MacBook overheating, consider what programs you run and where you place your Mac.
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How do I check my Mac fan speed?

View CPU temperature and fan speed on Mac using Fanny

If you haven't yet, here's the link to download Fanny for macOS. In your Mac's notification bar, click Today followed by clicking 1 New at the bottom. From the list, Select Fanny by clicking the '+' icon against it. Tap Done at the bottom left corner.
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Checking MacBook Pro temperature and fan function



How do I know if my Mac is overheating?

The most obvious is that the Mac feels hot to the touch, particularly on the underside of the chassis if you have a MacBook. While your Mac is hot, you should expect the fans to attempt to cool it down. This means you will hear considerable fan noise when your machine is under load.
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How can I check the temp of my CPU?

7 Best Tools to Check GPU and CPU Temperature on Windows Computer
  1. Core Temp.
  2. NZXT CAM.
  3. Speccy.
  4. Open Hardware Monitor.
  5. HWMonitor.
  6. HWiNFO.
  7. AIDA64.
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How do I fix my MacBook Pro fan?

You get one free fix for each tool, so you can test it properly.
  1. Check your Mac's vents aren't blocked. ...
  2. Clean dust out of your Mac. ...
  3. Stop processes with high CPU usage. ...
  4. Bring down the ambient temperature. ...
  5. Check for hardware problems. ...
  6. Reset your SMC. ...
  7. Check for malware. ...
  8. What to do if your Mac's fans still won't turn off.
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At what temperature do MacBook Pro fans turn on?

macrumors member. I know that the speed change can start at various temperatures, but usually it starts around 80-82C.
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What is the normal temperature for a MacBook Pro?

Make sure that you've installed all Mac software updates. Use your Mac notebook where the ambient temperature is between 50° and 95° F (10° and 35° C). Don't leave your Mac notebook in your car, because temperatures in parked cars can exceed this range.
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Why is my MacBook Pro fan so loud and hot?

If your device's processor is working on intensive tasks—such as compressing HD video, playing a graphics-heavy game, or indexing the hard drive with Spotlight after you migrate data—the fans run faster to provide additional airflow.
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How do I check my CPU fan speed?

To do this, open your UEFI and head to the Monitor section. From here you can inspect the fan speeds and temperature. For more advanced testing, like monitoring a CPU under load, you can employ a temperature monitoring tool. A helpful tool for monitoring your PC's temperature and fan speeds is Open Hardware Monitor.
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Where are MacBook vents?

In the case of the MacBook, the main vents are located near the hinge of the monitor and keyboard. The hot air is pushed out of these vents near the monitor, which is one reason that the area near the hinge often feels warm. This is normal.
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How do I control the fan speed on my MacBook Pro?

To control fan speed with Macs Fan Control:
  1. Launch Macs Fan Control.
  2. Click Custom next to a specific fan.
  3. Use the slider to set the value you're looking for.
  4. OK.
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How many fans does MacBook Pro have?

Answer: A: The software is ready to report on up to two fans, but that model only has one fan inside. 15 and 16 inch MacBook Pro models have two fans.
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Is Mac fan control Safe?

Apple used advanced thermal modeling to develop the cooling profiles used in their fan management systems. Geared toward intermediate to advanced Mac users, Macs Fan Control can replace the Apple-supplied fan profile with the one you create. Beginners can use it, too, but you must be careful: Misuse can damage a Mac.
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How do I run Apple Diagnostics?

Apple silicon
  1. Start up your Mac.
  2. Continue to press and hold the power button as your Mac turns on.
  3. Release the power button when the startup options window appears.
  4. Press Command-D to run the Diagnostics.
  5. Apple Diagnostics will run automatically. When it is complete, it will present a list of the problems encountered.
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How do I stop my Mac from overheating?

How to stop a Mac from overheating
  1. Turn on Heat Protection. ...
  2. Clean all junk from Mac in one click. ...
  3. Move large files to the cloud. ...
  4. Check Activity Monitor. ...
  5. Manage your browser tabs. ...
  6. Test graphics settings. ...
  7. Reset SMC. ...
  8. Clean your Mac from dust.
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How can I test my laptop fan?

Turn your computer on. Depending on the type of laptop, you should be able to tell where a cooling fan is located and where it blows the hot air out. Place your ear up to that point in the body of your laptop and listen for a fan. If it is running, you should be able to hear it.
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