T60p CPU temperature over 80 degrees celsius

Hello, I installed Notebook Hardware Control and it shows a cpu temperature of 84 degrees (yes celsius!).
I can't put my notebook on my lap because it's too hot.
The fan is louder than it was in the beginning and from time to time it makes a loud noise (like when you're holding a playing card between the spokes of a bike).
The T60p gets almost always that hot, what could be the reason and how can I fix this (it still has warranty)?
Thank you for your answers.
Something additional: I'am not sure about that but it may be that the CPU gets only that hot when the power is coming from the AC adapter (my ac adapter indeed is making also some noise, it's like you could hear the power passing through, is that normal?)
Greets
Chris
PS the GPU temperature is around 90 degrees celsius as well..
Message Edited by criza on 02-21-2009 05:41 PM

Welcome to the forum!
Yes, these temperatures are very high and you should send the machine in for a checkup. The fan is likely on its way out or just badly clogged with dust.
Good luck.
Cheers,
George
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