Solved! Plastic burning smell

[samiullah]

Hello,
i have hp 8430, it produce plastic burning smell, but it is working fine, is anything to fear about?

 

[Unolocogringo]

If it is brand new it is common for it to have a slight smell. But should go away after a few heating cycles.
If not the most common culprit is the wiring in the power supply overheating. Check the fan and make sure it is working properly.

 

[WR2]

If it is brand new it is common for it to have a slight smell. But should go away after a few heating cycles.
If not the most common culprit is the wiring in the power supply overheating. Check the fan and make sure it is working properly.

I think that model is about four or five years old.

I think it's time to have a qualified tech check it out BEFORE it stops "working fine".
A burning smell in an older laptop is cause for concern.