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    Fan of my T500 makes annoying noise

    Discussion in 'Lenovo' started by MDDZ, Jan 4, 2013.

  1. MDDZ

    MDDZ Notebook Deity

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    My T500's fan makes very noticeable annoying noise (dzi, dzi, dzi,.............).

    Actually I have two T500 and both have the same issue.

    Did anyone have similar problems?

    What is the best and cost-effective way of addressing it? Open it up? Buy a replacement fan?

    Thanks a lot for any input!

    Cheers!
     
    MDDZ, Jan 4, 2013
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    You can try cleaning the fan with compressed air, just make sure to stick a toothpick or a small screwdriver between the blades so they don't turn.

    Should that fail to improve the system's behaviour, a replacement fan is in order.

    Good luck.
     
    ajkula66, Jan 4, 2013
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  3. MDDZ

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    Thanks so much for your info and advice.

    In case I have to replace the fan, install of a new fan is easy? I have never done this before?

    Thanks, again.
     
    MDDZ, Jan 4, 2013
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    ajkula66, Jan 5, 2013
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    Cannot say enough thank-you for your kind help. Will give it a try.

    All the best.
     
    MDDZ, Jan 5, 2013
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    Be careful not to strip any screws along the way. Some of them can be a pain to get out. Have a Flathead handy in case the Phillips are slipping.
     
    TheStar, Jan 8, 2013
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