Grinding noises when fan spins like ball bearings going bad knocking and ticking like a fan blade is hitting something.
Intel nuc fan replacement.
To remove the existing fan.
If you damage your intel nuc while replacing your fan you will void your computer warranty.
Perform the following fan replacement steps at an esd safe workstation with the intel nuc disconnected from ac power.
Fan replacement instructions pdf size.
Whether it s complete fan failure ineffective cooling or just noise you may need to replace the fan at some point.
Right now its ok with a second fan blowing into it and down the case.
As the only moving part in a nuc the fan is often the first part to have any issues.
Since i do not want to be without my nuc is there a recommended replacement fan i can use and send intel the bad part.
If you need more than just a computer fan replaced we can set you up with customized nucs for your entire business.
If your unit experiences these behaviors the fan assembly on the intel nuc is failing.
How to fix it.
Receive and install a new fan.
You can request a replacement fan kit and replace the fan yourself.
Cpu does reduce frequency when hot just never seems to recover and get cool even at 69f ambient.
Review the fan replacement instructions before deciding on this option.
Just contact intel support and they ll hook you up.
Unscrew the four corner screws on the bottom cover of the chassis and lift the cover.
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The fan assembly on the intel nuc is failing.
If it s under warranty no problem.
Guessing at the fan would be bad due to control cfm and load.