Is it harmful to keep the laptop running continuously for a full day?

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Is it harmful to keep the laptop running continuously for a full day?

Is it harmful to keep the laptop running continuously for a full day?

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Hockeybeast87
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05-09-2023, 11:03 AM

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I reside in a compact apartment where my room is quite limited, yet I rely heavily on my computer. A large desktop PC consumes considerable space. I'm considering switching to a laptop or mini PC. I'd like a laptop since it's portable, but I worry about the damage if it stays powered on continuously for 24 hours a day. I plan to remove the battery first.

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Hockeybeast87

05-09-2023, 11:03 AM #1

I reside in a compact apartment where my room is quite limited, yet I rely heavily on my computer. A large desktop PC consumes considerable space. I'm considering switching to a laptop or mini PC. I'd like a laptop since it's portable, but I worry about the damage if it stays powered on continuously for 24 hours a day. I plan to remove the battery first.

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magmathor
Junior Member

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05-11-2023, 08:12 AM

#2

Removing the battery is a good move, as that would be the primary concern.
Assuming you keep thermals in check, there is no real issue keeping the laptop on other than normal system wear (fans, drives, etc).

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magmathor

05-11-2023, 08:12 AM #2

Removing the battery is a good move, as that would be the primary concern.
Assuming you keep thermals in check, there is no real issue keeping the laptop on other than normal system wear (fans, drives, etc).

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mineuout482
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05-11-2023, 09:53 AM

#3

How to manage thermal buildup? I've got stands that elevate the laptop slightly to improve cooling, but is that sufficient? Are there additional steps I should consider?

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mineuout482

05-11-2023, 09:53 AM #3

How to manage thermal buildup? I've got stands that elevate the laptop slightly to improve cooling, but is that sufficient? Are there additional steps I should consider?

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Xytrixz
Senior Member

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05-11-2023, 10:00 AM

#4

A stand provides a solid foundation.
At the moment, no further actions are required—just monitor the temperatures using the provided software (like HWmonitor).
If the temperatures rise, consider using cooling pads or fans to assist.

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Xytrixz

05-11-2023, 10:00 AM #4

A stand provides a solid foundation.
At the moment, no further actions are required—just monitor the temperatures using the provided software (like HWmonitor).
If the temperatures rise, consider using cooling pads or fans to assist.

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_Mishie_
Member

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05-13-2023, 02:11 AM

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Reducing wear on components is possible by placing the laptop to sleep during the night if you prefer not to shut it down. Restarting it in the morning will take only a short time.

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_Mishie_

05-13-2023, 02:11 AM #5

Reducing wear on components is possible by placing the laptop to sleep during the night if you prefer not to shut it down. Restarting it in the morning will take only a short time.

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Munnemann
Junior Member

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05-14-2023, 03:07 AM

#6

If you're removing the battery, don't worry.
My house systems are ON 24/7. For years.
Including the times when I used a laptop as my main system.

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Munnemann

05-14-2023, 03:07 AM #6

If you're removing the battery, don't worry.
My house systems are ON 24/7. For years.
Including the times when I used a laptop as my main system.