MacBook Pro 15" 2.2 High CPU Temps 66-77'c Idle

[The Asgard]

Just purchased a MacBook Pro 15" 2.2 from Apple Direct in the UK.

I am a bit concerned with the cpu temps while just browsing the internet. With temperature Monitor I'm seeing 66-77'c on each core and the base of the laptop is too hot to sit on my lap. The two fans are sitting around 2000 rpm and are silent.

While I appreciate its a fairly high spec processor I wouldn't expect these sort of idle temps while just surfing the net.

Is this normal?

Very pleased other than this issue.

 

[The Asgard]

well i have only had my macbook pro for about 5 days, but mine runs at around 40'c idle, so would say thats rather high

could you answer me a question? ...
... does your mbp make a rather worrying noise when you insert disks? almost like its eating the disk? its fine once its in, but sounds rather loud for an insert noise, lol

how long you had yours? if your worried about it, give them a ring, they are very happy to help

cheers

Yes id does make a noise like its eating the disk. Glad its normal!

I receieved the MacBook last Thursday, 20th Dec 2007.

 

[The Asgard]

No its not.

Check Activity Monitor, see if ther CPUs are being used.

If not send it back cos thats wrong.

Im at 45C @ 20% load @ 2200RPM

The load seems to be about 0-18% I have a few apps open like mail, battery monitor ... nothing heavy duty.

45'c is what I would expect.

 

[The Asgard]

Anyone find they can't work with the pro on your lap?

Mine is far too hot.

I'm thinking there might be an issue with the heatsink compound. Too much / too little?

Everything else is perfect. No other issues and I love the backlit LED glossy screen.

I'll give apple a ring.

 

[The Asgard]

Yes it looks like I have a problem. My mates 2.4 idles around 49'c.

Thanks for the input its much appreciated