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    Another CPU whine fix...

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by sleey0, Sep 17, 2007.

  1. sleey0

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    It's been working so far!

    Go into device manager and select "Universal Serial Bus Controllers"

    Now, click on each "USB Root Hub" and under "Power Management" check each box for "Allow computer to turn off this device to save power".

    Let me know how it goes and, if it works, don't forget to rep :)

    EDIT: It's still there, just nowhere NEAR what it used to be (I have to literally put my ear directly on the left side of the laptop to hear it)
     
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    Anyone tried this yet?
     
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    The same thing happens if u go into device manager/bluetooth devices/your device/power management and turn off let vista turn off device box
     
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    Exept I don't have any Bluetooth Radio option in device manager.
     
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    Forgot to add that my way would actually improve battery life since you are enabling the computer to turn off the USB hubs.....
     
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    I tried both usb and bluetooth. Nope, I can still hear the noise but it's quieter though. should i stop them from sending me a replacement?
     
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    mines quieter too - thx
     
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    got confused, i have to turn on or turn off the managing? it comes already turned on ( or "ticked" )
     
    webtax, Nov 14, 2007
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    Yes, this fix worked for me. I was given an old Inspiron 8600, and one of the first things I noticed was the annoying buzzing. This fix completely eliminated the buzzing as soon as I hit the OK button. Amazing!!

    Hey wait... just re-read the original post. For me... the fix was to uncheck the box (don't let the device turn off). I stumbled on this fix from the HP forum.

    Webtax, try unchecking the box...
     
    i8600, Nov 14, 2007
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    Does this fix work on Dell XPS M1330?
     
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    What does OP's sig say?
     
    ACHlLLES, Nov 14, 2007
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