So i just figured out the problem with my laptop and its performance during cs source. The bottom gets really hot. I tried putting it on an ac vent and it solved the problem.

I think it is a good idea now to get a cooling pad but i need some serious help picking one out. Anyone have any suggestions on what a good cooling pad would be for my 15.4 inch widescreen inspiron 6000?

Geez everyone is leaving me out to dry here

munch, have you tried cleaning the dust out of the fan(s) and ducts first?

I dont really know how to do that. I tried taking my laptop apart one time but it didnt seem to want to pull apart. I took out all the screws on the bottom but something seemed to hold it together. I dont know what to do. You know how to take apart the inspiron 6000?

not a clue, may just go with the cooling pad instead!

Dell gives you the disassembly instructions on their website here.

Well thanks guy. Ill have to check that out when i get a chance. I havent cleaned it out since i bought it so it might be worth it to mess around cleaning the inside of it. Think i might get a cooling pad anyway. Or at least just prop the back of the laptop up and blow a fan underneath