[SOLVED] CPU runs very hot ONLY when in SLEEP mode, not when being used.

[Jakamon]

I have a Dell Inc. Dell System XPS L702X, 2.00 gigahertz Intel Core i7-2630QM
Running: Windows 10 Professional (x64) Version 1803 (build 17134.590)
I run HWMonitor to watch & record the temps, etc while its running.
IT NEVER RUNS HOT when I am using the laptop. Stays below 78 degrees C (172F)
HOWEVER, when its idle, in SLEEP mode, I come back and find the temperature has been up to 185-190 degrees C (185-194F).
If this were an issue with the glue of processor to heat sink, it would happen anytime there was heavy usage. Instead, it ONLY overheats when in SLEEP mode. I have tested with high CPU demand programs designed to test & overheat the CPU, but it stays 78C or below. It ONLY goes above that in SLEEP mode, so please don't suggest re-gluing the processor to the heat sink, that is NOT the cause.
I leave TASK MANAGER running, and it does not show heavy CPU usage during the SLEEP time. It shows a very short peak of 100% for a couple seconds when waking up, but NOT while sleeping. So what is going on?

WHY does a SLEEPING laptop run much hotter than an active laptop?

I'm thinking I have to go to full shut down to protect my system, excessive heat in SLEEP mode is close to doing damage.

 

[popatim]

190c is roughly 375F...
This must just be a glitch during wakeup as your system shouldn't be doing anything while sleeping.