My comp. fan or fans became loud all of a sudden. I turned the comp off and waited 24 hours before turning it on again. A error message came up that said problem with dev.(something)( forgot what file extenson it said.) I had it on for about a half hour and now it is quieter than before it got loud. I have a Dell demension about 5 years old Pent. 4 processor, 512 RAM, Nivida Gforce 4 graphics card, 80 gig hard drive. Someone please help me!!!!!!!!
2006-12-17 15:58:40 · 3 answers · asked by Kevin F 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Desktops
Some systems actually speed up the fan and slow it down depending on heat being generated. On my IBM laptop, I can hear the fan speed up and then slow down. I also know desktops do that too.
Could it be that the fan isn't working and then it starts? Be sure to check that too.
2006-12-17 16:03:27 · answer #1 · answered by BigRez 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most computers have three cooling fans, one inside the power supply, one on the case itself, and one on the CPU. In many cases, the fan needs only a drop of oil. Almost any lightweight mechanical oil, such as 3-in-1 household oil, will do just fine. WD-40 is more designed for something that only moves occasionally, not continuosly. You can pick up a tube of sewing machine oil at almost any sewing machine dealer or even at a fabric store for about £2 to £3.
2006-12-18 00:04:04 · answer #2 · answered by π² 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Clogged vents near fan or fan bearings are shot. If you run it all the time, it could be either. Try Microcentres or some oneline sites for a replacement fan, they'r not that hard to put in.
2006-12-18 00:11:48 · answer #3 · answered by TK 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋