Too hot to handle and boot problems

I installed a new WD Black SN850 2 TB. Installed Windows 10. Installed all updates. Changed settings to display only on external monitor. Changed power setting to Do Nothing after closing the lid while plugged in. Shut lid. Came back 3 hours later and it wouldn’t come to life. Clicked keys, clicked mouse, nothing. Case was too hot to handle. Power switch light was blinking. Held power switch down until light went off. Started machine. Fan kicked in at high speed. Case cooled down and fan went quiet. I’m concerned I may have shortened the life of the unit.

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