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    Macbook Pro problem!

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by rishabhjain1198, Apr 7, 2013.

  1. rishabhjain1198

    rishabhjain1198 Notebook Geek

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    My macbook pro 15 inch early 2011 is making weird noises. Performance hasn't really changed that much but it's REALLY annoying when I'm working.

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    Although this is not urgent, I would appreciate quick help.
     
    rishabhjain1198, Apr 7, 2013
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    KLF NBR Super Modernator Super Moderator

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    Sounds like system fan bearing gone bad.
     
    KLF, Apr 7, 2013
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    rishabhjain1198 Notebook Geek

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    Any chance of getting it repaired for under 10 bucks?
     
    rishabhjain1198, Apr 8, 2013
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    saturnotaku Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    If you're under warranty or have AppleCare, it should be done for free by an authorized store. Otherwise, probably not. You'd be looking at probably about $50 for a replacement fan, not counting any labor charge if you don't fancy installing it yourself.

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    saturnotaku, Apr 8, 2013
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