I've been using it to increase the fan speed when I have the machine on my lap, and reduce it again when it returns to the desk.
It's important to note that smcFanControl is just an app - it doesn't install any components (unless you want it to run at startup). But in exchange for a cooler lap, I think it's worth it. Perhaps slightly reduced battery life, and a bit more wear and tear on the fan components. The downsides? More fan noise, obviously - although 3,000rpm was fine for my ears (though I probably wouldn't use that setting in a library). Perhaps if you're wearing noise a cancelling headset it would be bearable.
but I was having trouble enjoying it, thanks to the 747 that seemed to be landing nearby. When I set the fan to max speed, I saw an even nicer temperature drop.
The latest version of the software can be downloaded for PCs running Windows XP/7/8/10, 32-bit. The following versions: 1.5, 1.4 and 1.3 are the most frequently downloaded ones by the program users.
Our built-in antivirus scanned this download and rated it as virus free. Later today, I hope to get some more empirical data through a USB temperature probe. Download Macs Fan Control 1.5.11.677 from our software library for free. Using smcFanControl, I upped the speed to 3,000rpm, and saw a notable (two to four degrees Celsius) temperature drop. But on my lap, it gets just a bit too warm. It works with the MacBook, MacBook Pro, and Intel-powered minis, and it works well.Īpple sets the fan's speed at 1,500rpm, and this works well when I have the machine on the desk. As seen in the picture at left, this simple app gives you a slider to set the minimum speed for your laptop's fan(s). While I can't do anything about the first problem, thanks to smcFanControl, the second issue is now completely within my control. The only two things I'm disappointed in are the size (I love the 12" form factor) and the high case temperature (especially in the bottom left corner). The most used version is 1.4.10.0, with over 98 of all installations currently using this. Generally, I've been thrilled with the MacBook's performance, despite having to send it back to repair a way-too-warm power adapter (the repairs were successful). Macs Fan Control is a program developed by CrystalIdea Software. The price and performance of the MacBook struck a sweet spot with me, and I purchased one of the first black units to show up in the Portland area (I waited to see them in person so I could judge the reflective screen's performance for myself). Until the app developer has fixed the problem, try using an older version of the app. Sometimes newer versions of apps may not work with your device due to system incompatibilities. “Auto” keeps the default behavior, but opening up “Custom” allows you to set a specific RPM value, or set a target temperature.When the MacBooks were announced, I made my purchase decision relatively quickly - I wanted something faster than my PowerBook G4, but didn't want to spend $2K+ for a MacBook Pro. Older versions of Macs Fan Control Its not uncommon for the latest version of an app to cause problems when installed on older smartphones. When it starts, you’ll see a list of all your fans and the option to set custom controls. Get started by downloading the Macs Fan Control app and moving it to the Applications folder. It’s also possible that running fans at max speed for extended periods could lead to damage, so try not to torture your laptop.
ATTENTION: This program is designed and tested only on MacBook Pro with NVIDIA GPU. It allows to control MacBook fans speeds depending on the CPU and GPU temperature. Speed fan controller and temp monitoring for MacBook Pro Unibody (Nvidia) for Windows under BootCamp. With either option, you should monitor the temperatures of your CPU and other components and make sure you’re not causing damage to your system. Current Macs properly manage temperature and fans. Keep in mind that this will make your system run a lot hotter, and could lead to system instability if you let it go too far. On the other hand, if you hate fan noise, you can manually turn them down. This makes a lot of noise, which is why the auto-control tries to slow it down. Usually, this kicks in before the temperature gets too high, but you can manually push your CPU farther by turning the fan speed up farther than Apple usually allows.
Your Mac throttles your CPU when it gets too hot, slowing it down significantly until the temperature gets under control.