HP ProBook x360 11 G3 EE Overheating

If your HP ProBook x360 11 G3 EE gets really hot when performing simple tasks, this page has some possible solutions.

Look at the back of the laptop and inspect the vent. If it is full of dust, you will need to clean it. Dirt and debris may build up inside the vents, causing the laptop to overheat. You can use a can of compressed air to clear the vent of dust, allowing air to flow through it and clean the laptop.

If you cannot hear the fan running during operation, you may have a faulty fan. Remove the laptop’s lower case and inspect the fan. Try clearing the fan of debris, if it is dirty. Start the laptop and see if the fan will spin, if not, you will need to replace the fan.