Why are my GPU fans running so loud on Linux?
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CoolCat477
I just installed Linux on my PC and as soon as I booted it up, the GPU fans started spinning really fast—almost too fast. I'm looking for any tips or solutions to help manage the fan speed. Any advice would be appreciated!
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If you're struggling to control your GPU fans, it might be simpler to just switch back to Windows. Linux can be a bit trickier for GPU fan management.
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For NVIDIA GPUs, check out Green with Envy (GWE). It's a tool that can help you manage the fan speeds on Linux. You can find it in your package manager, and it’s pretty user-friendly!
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If your temperatures are fine, you might want to try an app like MSI Afterburner to adjust the fan settings. Just keep in mind that Afterburner is primarily for Windows, so it won't work for you on Linux.
GamerDude12: Isn't Afterburner only available on Windows? How can I use it on Linux?
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CuriousMind2021: What exactly is GWE? How does it help with fan control?