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8.1 cursor freezes, touchpad doesn't respond, lap runs hot and fan is noisy

sipp — Sat, 14 Jun 2014 10:01:14 GMT

I'm about ready to tell Microsoft where they can put this 8.1 travesty- it's almost as bad as vista or millennium! things pop up for no reason and I've been trying to work on this to make sure things work while I still have time to send it back if need be-- I've searched microsofts forums among others. Is anyone else having these problems ( I do have a lap "pad" but my old dell never ran this hot and the fan just turned on and was noisy- never noticed that before and every day something new. Since a lot of searching has found many similar complaints I'm not sure it's my laptop but I can't afford to keep it if it really is a clunker. Anyone here having the same problems?

My old Dell's screen frame cracked and the screws were stripped -the hinge cover also broke but it still runs for now- Does anyone know where I could get a screen frame for a Dell Inspiron 1525 reasonable-- it's old but still running and Dell doesn't have them ( AND I have Windows 7 on it --- Why oh why do they "fix" things that ain't broke???

Re: 8.1 cursor freezes, touchpad doesn't respond, lap runs hot and fan is noisy

glb613 — Sat, 14 Jun 2014 11:30:02 GMT

If your computer is running hot, it isn't the fault of Windows 8.1. A computer running hot is a hardware issue or you have the vents blocked. A cooling pad isn't enough if the vents are on the bottom of the computer. It could also be the processor or one of the internal fans isn't working properly. Do yourself a favor and send it back.

Re: 8.1 cursor freezes, touchpad doesn't respond, lap runs hot and fan is noisy

Campion — Sat, 14 Jun 2014 11:59:46 GMT

If the fan is noisy AND the laptop is hot, it's possible that the heat sink is defective or the fan is defective. The new CPU's give off a lot of heat. Laptops are quite difficult to keep cool. Check the airvents and make sure they are completely clear of dust and obstructions. It may help but probably not.

If it's under warranty, get it fixed or replaced. I've found that new laptops are a mess--got a new one and the Wifi card was toast on arrival--intermittantly, the worst kind of problem. I can replace it but it's clear new pc's are a mess.

I hate Win 8.1 too. I used a program to emulate Win 7.

Re: 8.1 cursor freezes, touchpad doesn't respond, lap runs hot and fan is noisy

VolvoGirl — Sat, 14 Jun 2014 22:25:54 GMT

My husband just got a new HP laptop touchscreen with 8.1. Sounds like the same suff that happened on ours. Was running a lot and hanging up until I was able to uninstall the trial antivirus (think it was Mcafee?) and put my own program on it.

Also because it was new I think it had a LOT of Windows Updates to download and install. There were some big updates. Once I got that squared away and caught up it settled down. We love it! But it was running a lot and getting hot.

Re: 8.1 cursor freezes, touchpad doesn't respond, lap runs hot and fan is noisy

nomless — Sat, 14 Jun 2014 22:49:42 GMT

Running hot sounds like a hardware issue not 8.1. I love 8.1 . I have had no issues an my computer isn't hot.

Re: 8.1 cursor freezes, touchpad doesn't respond, lap runs hot and fan is noisy

nomless — Sat, 14 Jun 2014 22:50:20 GMT

Dupe.

Re: 8.1 cursor freezes, touchpad doesn't respond, lap runs hot and fan is noisy

nomless — Sat, 14 Jun 2014 22:50:43 GMT

Dupe.

Re: 8.1 cursor freezes, touchpad doesn't respond, lap runs hot and fan is noisy

Iambeezer — Sun, 15 Jun 2014 02:11:33 GMT

How about telling us what laptop you have. I mean, c'mon. If it's an older laptop running 8.1 then DUH the hardware is trying to keep up with new technology. Your old dell didn't run hot because your old dell is probably running xp or 7 that doesn't have memory and cpu demands like 8.1. But then again, how the heck can anyone be helped if they always leave out the important info, ya know, like the computer it's happening on.

Re: 8.1 cursor freezes, touchpad doesn't respond, lap runs hot and fan is noisy

sipp — Sun, 15 Jun 2014 05:08:21 GMT

First off I doubt the 8.1 is causing the heat and noisy fan--- I was venting on Microsofts latest "improvements" (not)----- But aside from ordering direct with Windows 7- I figured it's the wave of the future- so I got 8.1 >:

As for leaving out information- DUH! I thought it might be somewhat obvious that this is a new computer (less than 3 weeks in use) because I did say I needed some input so I would still have time to send it back--- yeah I know- "don't order from the Q" but I have shopped around - it was what I was looking for and no-one including building from scratch could give it to me for the price Yeah, it has a lot of junk programs- I didn't bother loading.

Just today I went to Best Buy and queried some geeks- then took a look at their offerings- not even close. SO that said- it's a new DELL with AMD 8 quad core processor - one of the TSV's. I have done online searches and it seems that the AMD processor may be the culprit- I should have stuck with the intel which I've had in the past. I know from experience if I sent it to Dell for "fixing" they'll use refurbished replacements- they've done that just about forever--- And I'm sure the other companies do too- but my thoughts on that are I paid for new - not refurbisheds ( although a desktop I had years ago is Still running though sadly, unable to upgrade anymore -it's a dinosaur and it was refurbished when I got it)

For those that have an HP-- I also tried -- for some reason the keys gave me a problem- not enough "bounce" I had to press harder on them and I have a problem with that. I type fast and couldn't get used to it. ( MY cousin had one- so I tried his out)

I find it a little odd that McAfee could cause so many problems especially running hot- it certainly isn't my choice for protections but I didn't want to make a ton of changes if this didn't work out. Maybe I will dump it and see ( I had planned to anyhow).

Re: 8.1 cursor freezes, touchpad doesn't respond, lap runs hot and fan is noisy

VolvoGirl — Sun, 15 Jun 2014 06:08:05 GMT

Well I think the main reason was all the Windows updates it needed to do right away. That made it run for a long time. Didn't even know that was going on (or trying to go on) in the background. Once my husband got out of the house and I could spend all day working on it I got it calmed down. He was ready to take it back. Plus there was the learning curve with Win 8.1 and using the touchscreen on it. And the first thing he put on it was Start is Back program which I don't think he really needed since 8.1 improved that area.

Re: 8.1 cursor freezes, touchpad doesn't respond, lap runs hot and fan is noisy

glb613 — Sun, 15 Jun 2014 08:42:19 GMT

If it's within 30 days of purchase, SEND IT BACK.

Re: 8.1 cursor freezes, touchpad doesn't respond, lap runs hot and fan is noisy

bluheart — Sun, 15 Jun 2014 20:10:23 GMT

There have been a few reports on other computer forums about people with Windows 8 having their computer fan run loudly. Is it their pc or Windows 8?

It didn't say what brand of pc they had or how much power it had. I did see many suggesting to avoid cheap computers like some of the ones QVC tries to sell.

Certain brands have a high return rate (ASUS was one of the ones).

I would return it if within the 30 days or try to contact QVC or DELL for a resolution or suggestions....

I'm waiting for Windows 8.2 to come out sometime in August which addresses some of the problems customers have had and it will be going back to an easier start-up format like the oilder Windows version.

Re: 8.1 cursor freezes, touchpad doesn't respond, lap runs hot and fan is noisy

LilacTree — Tue, 24 Jun 2014 21:37:54 GMT

On 6/15/2014 bluheart said:
There have been a few reports on other computer forums about people with Windows 8 having their computer fan run loudly. Is it their pc or Windows 8?

It didn't say what brand of pc they had or how much power it had. I did see many suggesting to avoid cheap computers like some of the ones QVC tries to sell.

Certain brands have a high return rate (ASUS was one of the ones).

I would return it if within the 30 days or try to contact QVC or DELL for a resolution or suggestions....

I'm waiting for Windows 8.2 to come out sometime in August which addresses some of the problems customers have had and it will be going back to an easier start-up format like the oilder Windows version.

OMG, I can't wait!! A REAL START SCREEN??? Who in the world needs those goofy "tiles?" Just a stupid gimmick. I have my screen defaulted to the old Windows desktop with shortcuts. That is the only way to get things done. But still no start screen. And I hate the way one has to click all around the edges of the screen to get certain menus to pop up. How stupid is that?

Re: 8.1 cursor freezes, touchpad doesn't respond, lap runs hot and fan is noisy

LilacTree — Tue, 24 Jun 2014 21:50:33 GMT

I bought the March Dell TSV with the i9 processor, 8 mb memory, Win 8, and 1 TB hard drive that I have since upgraded to 8.1 (which I still dislike).

However my laptop runs cool as a cucumber, I hardly know it's on, no fan sound at all, no heat emanating from the chassis . . . in other words, physically, the computer is fantastic.

The pop-ups still happen inappropriately but that IS Win 8 and 8.1. However, overall, I am very happy with the Dell computer I bought. Just can't wait to get the OS bugs out of it.

Re: 8.1 cursor freezes, touchpad doesn't respond, lap runs hot and fan is noisy

Nikalette — Tue, 24 Jun 2014 22:08:18 GMT

Dell will replace parts. My keyboard broke twice with one Dells. They are notorious for running hot. Sounds like most of,your issues are hardware, not software. Sounds like it is time to get a new computer or take yours to the repairman. I've never run a piece if technology more than 3 or 4 years, except my cell. I lost my 3 year old droid so went back to my Much older LG. That is probably why I am so addicted to my tablet, which is an IPad 2.

Re: 8.1 cursor freezes, touchpad doesn't respond, lap runs hot and fan is noisy

glb613 — Tue, 24 Jun 2014 22:41:26 GMT

On 6/24/2014 Ford1224 said:
I bought the March Dell TSV with the i9 processor, 8 mb memory, Win 8, and 1 TB hard drive that I have since upgraded to 8.1 (which I still dislike).

However my laptop runs cool as a cucumber, I hardly know it's on, no fan sound at all, no heat emanating from the chassis . . . in other words, physically, the computer is fantastic.

The pop-ups still happen inappropriately but that IS Win 8 and 8.1. However, overall, I am very happy with the Dell computer I bought. Just can't wait to get the OS bugs out of it.

That is NOT are part of the operating system. I have a Dell computer with Windows 8.1 Dell and the latest updates and no popups. If you have popups, you have malware.

Re: 8.1 cursor freezes, touchpad doesn't respond, lap runs hot and fan is noisy

LilacTree — Wed, 25 Jun 2014 00:29:08 GMT

On 6/24/2014 glb613 said:
On 6/24/2014 Ford1224 said:
I bought the March Dell TSV with the i9 processor, 8 mb memory, Win 8, and 1 TB hard drive that I have since upgraded to 8.1 (which I still dislike).

However my laptop runs cool as a cucumber, I hardly know it's on, no fan sound at all, no heat emanating from the chassis . . . in other words, physically, the computer is fantastic.

The pop-ups still happen inappropriately but that IS Win 8 and 8.1. However, overall, I am very happy with the Dell computer I bought. Just can't wait to get the OS bugs out of it.

That is NOT are part of the operating system. I have a Dell computer with Windows 8.1 Dell and the latest updates and no popups. If you have popups, you have malware.

Really? I'm not talking about Internet pop-ups (and believe it or not, as dumb as you think I am, I know the difference). I'm talking about the intrusive portions of the OSs themselves.

Re: 8.1 cursor freezes, touchpad doesn't respond, lap runs hot and fan is noisy

Nightowlz — Wed, 25 Jun 2014 01:05:54 GMT

DH has a new HP laptop he got for Christmas. It has 8.1 on it & does not run hot. He says his older laptop ran hotter then this one. He has one of those lap cooling pads but it was still hot to sit on his lap to use while sitting in his recliner. Does not have that problem with the new one. There is a classic shell you can download for free on 8.1 that has Windows 7 start button. Check it out here. http://www.classicshell.net/

I would send back the laptop you bought & buy something else instead of dealing with the problems. Send it back as defective & let them pay the return shipping.

Re: 8.1 cursor freezes, touchpad doesn't respond, lap runs hot and fan is noisy

Nightowlz — Wed, 25 Jun 2014 01:07:35 GMT

On 6/24/2014 Ford1224 said:
On 6/15/2014 bluheart said:
There have been a few reports on other computer forums about people with Windows 8 having their computer fan run loudly. Is it their pc or Windows 8?

It didn't say what brand of pc they had or how much power it had. I did see many suggesting to avoid cheap computers like some of the ones QVC tries to sell.

Certain brands have a high return rate (ASUS was one of the ones).

I would return it if within the 30 days or try to contact QVC or DELL for a resolution or suggestions....

I'm waiting for Windows 8.2 to come out sometime in August which addresses some of the problems customers have had and it will be going back to an easier start-up format like the oilder Windows version.

OMG, I can't wait!! A REAL START SCREEN??? Who in the world needs those goofy "tiles?" Just a stupid gimmick. I have my screen defaulted to the old Windows desktop with shortcuts. That is the only way to get things done. But still no start screen. And I hate the way one has to click all around the edges of the screen to get certain menus to pop up. How stupid is that?

Just download the Classic Shell on 8.1 it's free & you will have the Windows 7 start button.
http://www.classicshell.net/

Re: 8.1 cursor freezes, touchpad doesn't respond, lap runs hot and fan is noisy

glb613 — Wed, 25 Jun 2014 11:48:06 GMT

On 6/24/2014 Ford1224 said:
On 6/24/2014 glb613 said:
On 6/24/2014 Ford1224 said:
I bought the March Dell TSV with the i9 processor, 8 mb memory, Win 8, and 1 TB hard drive that I have since upgraded to 8.1 (which I still dislike).

However my laptop runs cool as a cucumber, I hardly know it's on, no fan sound at all, no heat emanating from the chassis . . . in other words, physically, the computer is fantastic.

The pop-ups still happen inappropriately but that IS Win 8 and 8.1. However, overall, I am very happy with the Dell computer I bought. Just can't wait to get the OS bugs out of it.

That is NOT are part of the operating system. I have a Dell computer with Windows 8.1 Dell and the latest updates and no popups. If you have popups, you have malware.

Really? I'm not talking about Internet pop-ups (and believe it or not, as dumb as you think I am, I know the difference). I'm talking about the intrusive portions of the OSs themselves.

You have no idea how dumb I think you are since I've never shared that with you. As I said, I have a Windows 8.1 computer and no intrusive popups. It's not part of the operating system. If it was, everyone would have them.