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| Joseph Salisbury (jsalisbury) wrote Re: Thinkpad x201* overheats due to slow fans when on 'auto' | #9 |
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I have the same issue on my x201. My system has been crashing randomly during the day when the temp hits 100C.
I created a simple little script to work around the issue. This prevents my system from crashing and prevents damage from overheating. I monitor my temps throughout the day and change the speed as needed. I attached the script in case it might help someone else.
Use the script at your own risk and monitor your temperatures!
The script takes four possible arguments: 6, 7, H and A. The script will change the value in /proc/acpi/ibm/fan as follows:
6 for level 6
7 for level 7
H for level disengaged
A for level auto
The script will also start the watch command Jamie posted as well to monitor cpu speed and temp.
Script is attached with the name cool_cpu.sh
Hope this can help someone else.