False Error Message, not really sure?

Question

So, I have this wierd error message. When I shut down my comuter manually, and turn it back on, I get an overheat error message. During use I get absolutely no signs that my computer is overheating (no freezes, spuratic shutdowns or restarts). I have windows 8 and I either use an icon I created that shuts the laptop down, or I simple swipe and select "Setting" , "Power" and select shut down. The error message is a bios error message and pops up before windows loads.
I really use vmware workstation for day to day work, which is windows 7 and Windows XP and use my Host, Windows 8 os for fun and personal things. My computer works absolutely fine its :
HP Envy 15
16 gb Ram
i7 Processor
256 SSD
My only concern is that there is something wrong somewhere and I am not sure where to look at this point any idea anyone? :-(

Answer 1

Try / Consider:
You might consider checking in your computer's website to see if there is a BIOS update for it.
Start at
Support and Drivers
Enter your information, the OS, then click "Next" and scroll down...
Help on Updating the BIOS:
Updating the BIOS
Notes on updating the BIOS:
If you decide to update your BIOS,
Disconnect all USB drives
Always run in AC power
Do not touch the system while the update is in progress
Optional: leave wireless button ON, but turn off the router (to make sure there are no interruptions)
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Next:
You can try one of the many free monitoring tools that can tell you the temperature "under the hood".
Two options that come to mind:
Speccy (select the free version)
Core Temp
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You might call HP and ask about other causes of spurious messages of this type.  The concern, of course, is that the message is valid and that there is something going on that requires your attention.
Contact HP
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There are various diagnostic tools in Windows 8 - for the disks, for the OS, for all sorts of things... to my knowledge (limited), there is nothing that addresses "what if it says it is hot but does not seem hot".  I would definately be a bit wary and call this one in to the HP Tech Center. 
Good Luck!
Kind Regards,
Dragon-Fur