Heatsink OvrTmp

What does F8 mean?

This fault indicates that the drive's heatsink temperature has exceeded its safe operating limit. Common causes include obstructions to airflow, accumulated dirt on the fins, or an ambient temperature that is too high.

Additional Steps

Steps 1–2 are listed in Priority Fix.

1. 3

   Check the operation of the cooling fan (if present) to confirm it is running and effectively dissipating heat.