2006-06-28 15:26:58 · 17 answers · asked by Anonymous in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Desktops
Go into the bios and set it for quiet mode. Quiet mode reduces the fan speed to only what the tower needs to keep itself cool reducing the noise...
I can't remember if the newer dells are F1 , F7 or Delete gets you in at start-up... then look for cooling options and set it to Quiet Mode... be sure to save before exiting and you will know in about 10 seconds if that is the problem as it will silence itself as soon as it begins the boot sequence...
Sometimes the fans go bad but Dell are usually pretty good... check to to see if it clean... if it is dirty DON'T go crazy with a compressor as you'll over-speed the fan and blow the bearings... I like a a artists paint brush with soft bristles to clean them carefully... a Q-tip will work but be REALLY gentle... and a little air once the dirt is loose...
And don't forget that if it's under warranty don't break any seals as they are likely to refuse to swap out the fan if it is bad...
2006-06-28 15:28:54 · answer #1 · answered by Nitrox Frogy 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
It is the fan, BUT IT IS NOT DIRTY AND IT'S NOT GOING OUT!!! It's the little ball bearings that are built into the fan by the cheap companies that Dell deals with to build their computers and therefore, professional level computers by Dell cost a lot more for "quality parts", whereas home use computers are cheaper due to "crappy, inexpensive parts". You CAN change the fan out with a thermaltake cooling fan that runs anywhere between $15-$50 and, yes, that will solve the problem due to the fact that the bearings are the RIGHT size, have more grease on them, and are all around better built.
But that's just my opinion. I've only owned/operated a custom computer store for 10+ years.
2006-06-28 15:52:32 · answer #2 · answered by Brandi 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Gateway/eMachines are not any more that tremendous. i'd get the $600 Dell, because it really is 3 GB of RAM which will run Vista tremendous, a 500 GB hardpersistent is likewise good, and the E2220 is a good 2.4 Ghz processor. i'd get it, it really is a a lot more advantageous deal. Have an staggering day Ken
2016-11-15 09:43:57 · answer #3 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I got the same problem with my computer. It makes the sound because of the small bearings of the CPU cooler fan. The best way is to replace the fan with a new one but if you want to fix it yourself I have a method a bit rudimentary but effective. Just put a drop of oil on those bearings and the sound will stop!
2006-06-28 15:49:11 · answer #4 · answered by shane54me 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Bad fan, either on the fan itself ($5) or the power supply ($35). The power supply is the top one. The fan is the middle one. You can try cleaning the unit with a can of air but you may have to replace one or both.
2006-06-28 15:30:43 · answer #5 · answered by Sir J 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My dell sounded like a plane too, and I had to buy a new output fan. It cost $14 and the problem is fixed.
2006-06-28 15:30:34 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
besides the fan, if the computer makes a lot of noise only occasionally the fans could be picking up speed to compensate for the heat caused by processor intensive applications ex. games
2006-06-28 15:51:32 · answer #7 · answered by bava 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
very likely that the fan in the rear of your computer case is dirty and dusty. Take a vacuum and clean it all out. Or if you have an air compressor, blow it out. Take off the side panel and blow the dust out of that too. Don't use pressure over 50 psi.
2006-06-28 15:30:39 · answer #8 · answered by rb_cubed 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like your computer at home might have a power supply that might be going out. They are usually noisy(but not always)when they are about to go out.
2006-06-28 15:33:23 · answer #9 · answered by elcamino49 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Bad cooling fan on the power supply or case.
2006-06-28 15:30:25 · answer #10 · answered by brad34471 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋