Identifying the Source of Unusual Sounds in Your PC
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Send to PhoneIs your PC making unusual noises? No worries! Let's figure out where it's coming from so we can fix it. We'll take you through the steps below.
Why Is My PC Making Noise?
Unusual noises from your PC can be concerning. They might be caused by:
- Dust Build-Up: Over time, dust can accumulate and cause fans to work harder, leading to noise.
- Worn Out Fans: Fans have moving parts that can wear out and become noisy.
- Loose Components: Vibration from loose parts can create annoying sounds.
- Coil Whine: This high-pitched noise can come from coils in the power supply or graphics card.
Identifying the source of the noise is the first step to solving the problem.
Steps to Identify the Noise Source
Prepare the PC
- First, take off the glass side panel of your PC. This might be a bit different depending on your PC case, but usually, it involves loosening some thumb screws at the back or using thumb grooves
- Next, plug your PC back in and turn it on. Make sure all the cables are connected properly.
Prepare the PC
- First, take off the glass side panel of your PC. This might be a bit different depending on your PC case, but usually, it involves loosening some thumb screws at the back or using thumb grooves
- Next, plug your PC back in and turn it on. Make sure all the cables are connected properly.
Stopping Each Fan
As you stop each fan, listen carefully. If the noise stops or changes, you've found the culprit!
- Grab a soft cloth and gently stop each fan, one at a time. Here's what to check:
• Chassis Fans: These are the ones attached to your PC case.
• CPU Cooler Fan: This is the fan on your CPU cooler.
• GPU Fans: These are the fans on your graphics card. - Important: Use only light pressure to avoid damaging the fan blades.
Stopping Each Fan
As you stop each fan, listen carefully. If the noise stops or changes, you've found the culprit!
- Grab a soft cloth and gently stop each fan, one at a time. Here's what to check:
• Chassis Fans: These are the ones attached to your PC case.
• CPU Cooler Fan: This is the fan on your CPU cooler.
• GPU Fans: These are the fans on your graphics card. - Important: Use only light pressure to avoid damaging the fan blades.
What's Next?
If the noise continues after checking each of the fans, it might be coil whine, the water pump, or the power supply. See the following guides for further troubleshooting and cleaning:
- How to Check Your Cooling System (Easy)
- How to Clean Dust Filters (Easy)
- How to Clean Your PC Fans (Easy)
If you need further assistance or have any questions, feel free to reach out for additional support - we're always happy to help!
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