My MacBook Pro 13inch M2 is OVERHEATING

I got my MacBook Pro M2 13inch a month ago and now it's overheating and happened couple of times. How can i fix it please, and is this an M2 generation issue ?

MacBook Pro 13″, macOS 13.1

Posted on Jan 20, 2023 07:09 AM

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Posted on Feb 27, 2023 09:39 PM

Hello Rayan-issa!


This is the proper link that justinb2603 wanted to provide you with. The one he provided, is about using Find My:


Keep your Mac laptop within acceptable operating temperatures - Apple Support


I just stumbled upon it, and wanted to provide the correct link for future users.


I hope this is helpful. Good Luck!

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Jan 22, 2023 04:10 PM in response to Rayan-issa

Hello Rayan-issa,



Thanks for choosing the Apple Support Communities. In some situations it is normal for your Mac to heat up. Below is an explanation on keeping your Mac under optimal operating temps.


Keep your Mac laptop within acceptable operating temperatures - Apple Support


"Mac laptops comply with all temperature limits that are set in national and international safety standards. Make sure to follow the user guide instructions regarding safety and handling. 

Mac laptops have sensors that detect temperature changes inside your computer. If your Mac laptop has fans, they turn on automatically to cool critical components. 

Tips to manage the operating temperature:

  • Make sure that you’ve installed all Mac software updates.
  • Use your Mac laptop where the ambient temperature is between 50° and 95° F (10° and 35° C). Don’t leave your Mac laptop in your car, because temperatures in parked cars can exceed this range. You should also use your Mac laptop where the relative humidity is between 0% and 95% (noncondensing).
  • Use your Mac laptop on a stable work surface that allows for good ventilation. Don’t use your Mac laptop in your bed, on a pillow, or under bedding.
  • Don’t put anything over the keyboard. 
  • If your Mac laptop has ventilation openings, don't put anything into them. 
  • Use only Apple-authorized power adapters.

If your Mac laptop gets warm even when it isn’t doing tasks that require intensive calculations, or if it has fans that run for a long time, use Activity Monitor to check CPU activity. Look for malfunctioning processes that can put a significant load on the CPU and check for unexpected fan use. If issues persist, close and open the lid on your laptop, or restart your computer. If you have an Intel-based Mac, reset the SMC.

If you use third-party apps that measure the temperature of your laptop computer, it’s important to understand that they don't measure the external case temperature. The case temperature is much lower. Never use third-party apps to diagnose possible hardware issues.

If you have issues with your Mac laptop’s operating temperature, contact Apple. Or visit an Apple Store or Apple Authorized Service Provider."



We hope this helps.


Cheers!







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