Controling the CPU's fan speed

[chuck6]

Hello mates!
I have a problem using SpeedFan for controlling my fans, as no solution worked for me.
My specs: Motherboard Asus X550JK
CPU: I5 4200H 2.80 Dual
My fans are spinning at a value around 2400, however when I run an intensive task I want them faster, so I'm interested what's the maximum safe value.
Moreover, could you recommend me a high quality cooler, as sometimes goes up to ~ 74 degrees.
Thank you!

 

[volcanoscout]

Might want to try giving it a good cleaning first. (http://www.maximumpc.com/article/how-tos/how-_give_your_laptop_cooling_overhaul)

74C is actually not bad for a laptop, if that's under load. If that's at idle, see above

 

[chuck6]

Thank you for your response, most helpful.

 

[volcanoscout]

A couple other things you can do to enhance cooling:
Add rubber feet or some kind of standoff to raise the backside of the laptop 1/4-1/2".

Don't know if you want to go this far, but you could also build a rig like this - http://www.tacticalgamer.com/hardware-and-software-discussion/91613-110cfm-laptop-cooler.html

There are some other things you can do, but require modding the case and/or adding/modifying the wiring. These include cutting an opening in the case over the CPU and/or GPU ("over" meaning when you've got it backplate up) and either leaving it open or covering the opening with a wire fan grill. You can also cut out the stock intake vents and replace them with grills. You can mod to add a non-stock fan, but that can get pretty involved. Not sure whether it's all worth the effort though.