I purchased a new 16" MacBook Pro recently. Since day one the fan runs almost consistently. Sometime slowing down and then speeding up to full speed even when I have no applications open. Is there a setting I can adjust or is this laptop defective?
MacBook Pro 16″, macOS 10.15
Your computer is under warranty - I would take it in. In the meantime...
Does this occur for a different user, e.g., Guest? How to test an issue in another user account on your Mac.
Does this occur after starting up in Safe Mode?
Consider the possibility of a third party software conflict. EtreCheck can be used to investigate what is installed. You can post the report here. Someone might spot something.
Resetting the System Management Controller
Apps can affect Mac performance, battery runtime, temperature, and fan activity - Apple Support
Your computer is under warranty - I would take it in. In the meantime...
Does this occur for a different user, e.g., Guest? How to test an issue in another user account on your Mac.
Does this occur after starting up in Safe Mode?
Consider the possibility of a third party software conflict. EtreCheck can be used to investigate what is installed. You can post the report here. Someone might spot something.
Resetting the System Management Controller
Apps can affect Mac performance, battery runtime, temperature, and fan activity - Apple Support
The fan runs almost constantly on my new MacBook Pro. Even when I have NO programs open.
