The fan on my 2011 MacBook Pro won't stop running

The fan on my 2011 MacBook Pro won't stop running, serial number C0********V14 . How do I turn it off or when does it turn itself off?


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Posted on Dec 12, 2020 2:53 AM

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Posted on Dec 12, 2020 4:56 AM

Hi,

Resetting SMC could solve the issue.

How to reset the SMC of your Mac - Apple Support

If it doesn't help, run Apple Hardware Test if it reports something which is related fan and thermal sensor.

How to use Apple Hardware Test on your Mac - Apple Support


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Dec 12, 2020 4:56 AM in response to ren_vankan

Hi,

Resetting SMC could solve the issue.

How to reset the SMC of your Mac - Apple Support

If it doesn't help, run Apple Hardware Test if it reports something which is related fan and thermal sensor.

How to use Apple Hardware Test on your Mac - Apple Support


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