Razer has released a firmware update that will adjust the timing and speed of your fans. This update reduces the fan noise coming from your Razer Blade 14" (2016) Intel 6700HQ-GTX 1060. Other than the fan adjustments, this will not affect the performance of your Blade in any way.
This updater is intended for use with model numbers starting with RZ09-01952. This firmware will update your firmware version to 0.38.16. Do not attempt to use this firmware on any other model. You can view your model number by looking at the bottom panel of your Razer Blade 2016.
Important:
- Be sure to read and follow these installation instructions in performing the necessary updates.
- Close Razer Synapse and other running applications before proceeding with this update.
Step-by-step process on how to fix excessive fan noise on the Razer Blade 14" (2016) Intel 6700HQ-GTX 1060
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Download the updater and save it to your Razer Blade 14" (2016) Intel 6700HQ-GTX 1060.
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Plug your Razer Blade laptop into a power outlet and ensure that your system is charging.
Note: If your battery is below 50%, the update will not be allowed without connecting your system to a power outlet and the UPDATE button will be disabled.
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Run the updater to begin the process.
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Click “OK” once a pop-up window prompts you to close Synapse and other applications.
- Check your device’s firmware version against the latest version.
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If the updater version is the same or lower than your device version, the UPDATE button will be grayed out and there is no need for this update.
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If the updater version is higher than your device version, the UPDATE button will be activated. Click on it to proceed.
Note: As the update process is going on, the screen pop-ups will progress from Erasing, Updating, and then to Verifying.
The updater window may flash a few times while the update is in progress. Once the update is completed, it will be indicated on the screen with the message that you are now running the latest firmware.
