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    Dell D610 Grinding Fan

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by Shadows1990, Jan 7, 2008.

  1. Shadows1990

    Shadows1990 Notebook Evangelist

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    Hi, ive been having a rather annoying grinding sounds coming from my fan recently.
    Its only when the fan goes into it's higher speed setting.
    Does anybody know if i need to replace my fan?

    btw, i really dont like the idea of sending it in for repair, as i rely on the laptop for day-to-day use.

    Thanks
     
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  2. NotebookYoozer

    NotebookYoozer Notebook Evangelist

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    you should be able to purchase a replacement fan from dell spare parts. if you're comfortable replacing it yourself, go for it. dell has extensive and detailed instructions on how to disassemble your computer
     
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  3. Shadows1990

    Shadows1990 Notebook Evangelist

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    thanks, i might just do that!
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    ive checked the web, and found one for £20, lets hope it solves the problem!
     
    Shadows1990, Jan 7, 2008
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  4. Lil Mayz

    Lil Mayz Notebook Deity

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    Getting a new fan might be an uncecessary measure. The best thing to do is to buy a can of compressed air from your local electronics retailer, take the keyboard off, and give your motherboard, and especially the fan areas a generous spray to get rid of any dust that is clogging up vents.
     
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  5. Shadows1990

    Shadows1990 Notebook Evangelist

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    I had tried that approach prior to the OP, Lil Mayz.

    Thanks anyways :D
     
    Shadows1990, Jan 7, 2008
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