overheat Troubleshooting

Overheating / shuts down on the ARCTIC MX-4 8 g

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The projector overheats and shuts down, usually from a blocked air filter or a failing cooling fan.

How to fix Overheating / shuts down

Reapply thermal paste

Remove the cooler, clean the CPU, and reapply fresh thermal paste.

Source: Reddit r/pcmasterrace — PC troubleshooting Confidence: 60% Verified Aug 9, 2026

Difficulty: ★★ Est. 20 min

Parts needed: ARCTIC MX-4 8 g Thermal Paste

Check the cooler

Ensure the CPU cooler is seated and the fan spins.

Source: Reddit r/pcmasterrace — PC troubleshooting Confidence: 60% Verified Aug 9, 2026

Difficulty: ★ Est. 10 min

Replacement parts for the ARCTIC MX-4 8 g

ARCTIC MX-4 8 g Thermal Paste ARCTIC MX-4 8 g Mounting Kit ARCTIC MX-4 8 g Cooling Fan ARCTIC MX-4 8 g Cable

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