How to Optimize Your Computer Fan Settings in Windows 11

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Sometimes, I encounter the following situation. For example, when I am recording a course or thinking about how to solve a problem, suddenly my computer fan starts whirring loudly, which is quite annoying.

The reasons for a loud computer fan can vary. It may be a problem with the fan itself, but it can also be due to seemingly reasonable settings, such as the system’s cooling method.

There are two types of system cooling methods: one increases fan speed when CPU usage rises to ensure CPU cooling; the other reduces CPU frequency when CPU usage rises to decrease heat generation.

How to change the cooling method in Windows 11? (similar for Windows 10)

Directly search for power plans and open edit power plans.

How to Optimize Your Computer Fan Settings in Windows 11
Click to change advanced power settings,
How to Optimize Your Computer Fan Settings in Windows 11
In the processor power management, there is an option for system cooling method; just select passive.
How to Optimize Your Computer Fan Settings in Windows 11
What if this setting is not available in your power options?
Open the registry editor and locate:
[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\Power\PowerSettings\54533251-82be-4824-96c1-47b60b740d00\94D3A615-A899-4AC5-AE2B-E4D8F634367F]
How to Optimize Your Computer Fan Settings in Windows 11
Change the value of Attributes to 2. If this entry does not exist, create a new one with a value of 2, close the registry editor, and then modify the system cooling method.
I use a Dell All-in-One, and this method has been tested and is effective, so I recommend it to those who encounter this issue.
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How to Optimize Your Computer Fan Settings in Windows 11

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