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MS-1020 · SYNTHETIC DEMO RECORD Low risk

Laptop runs hot and fanless performance slows

Apple MacBook Air · A2337 · Small electronics

overheatingblocked ventslow performance

CHRONOLOGICAL CASE HISTORY

Diagnostic timeline

1 recorded tests
  1. Problem reportedLaptop runs hot and fanless performance slows

    Symptoms: overheating, blocked vent, slow performance

  2. Diagnostic test 1Inspect exterior vents and measure idle temperature after cleaning the desk surface.

    Start with the least invasive test that separates common causes.

    Expected The observation should narrow the next safe action.
    Observed by human Lint is visible at the rear vent and idle temperature is elevated.Synthetic demo observation.
  3. Repair attemptedCleared the exterior vent with the computer powered off; no disassembly.

    Parts: soft brush · Estimated $4 · easy

  4. OutcomeImproved

    Cleared the exterior vent with the computer powered off; no disassembly.

    $4 18 minutes