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    t500 noisy fan

    Discussion in 'Lenovo' started by peraffi, Aug 29, 2010.

  1. peraffi

    peraffi Notebook Geek

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    my 2 year old t500 has a noisy fan. I hear a low trrrrrrr noise now. is this normail?
     
    peraffi, Aug 29, 2010
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    ZaZ Super Model Super Moderator

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    Was it noisy before?
     
    ZaZ, Aug 29, 2010
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    lead_org Purveyor of Truth

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    try cleaning it first, if that don't work then you could get it replaced under warranty (if you have). And if you don't have warranty you can strip the fan unit apart and clean it, then reoil the spindle.
     
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    peraffi Notebook Geek

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    It wasn't noisy before but I will try the cleaning and oiling first. Thanks
     
    peraffi, Aug 29, 2010
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    You may need to replace the fan assembly, as the bearings do wear over time.
     
    MidnightSun, Aug 29, 2010
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