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    Thinkpad T520 pulsing fan question (can also be relevant to other Lenovo models)

    Discussion in 'Lenovo' started by tc35, May 20, 2011.

  1. tc35

    tc35 Newbie

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    I’m considering buying a Thinkpad T520 and the only thing that is holding me back is the fan pulsing noise that a few users have reported (which I’m assuming is true for all T520s, not just an isolated few cases). In order to avoid the pulsing, is there a way to set the fan so that it spins constantly (different speed based on the temperature range)? Thank you for your help!
     
    tc35, May 20, 2011
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  2. John Ratsey

    John Ratsey Moderately inquisitive Super Moderator

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    Thinkpad Fan Control gives the users better control over the fan behaviour. There is a new version which may give further improved performance. See this thread.

    John
     
    John Ratsey, May 21, 2011
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  3. antskip

    antskip Notebook Deity

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    I haven't experienced this "fan pulsing" on my W500. Is it a new phenomenon?
     
    antskip, May 21, 2011
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