Noise coming from my laptop

Posted by Sindhi Crawford (270 days ago)

Im starting to worry about this annoying noice which has just started a few days ago, and i only bought my laptop this year and i dont know what this noice is and how to get it to stop.

any suggestions ?

(I am based in Hong Kong)

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Posted by jwm (270 days ago)

Umm, what type of noise, like the hard disk is grinding?

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Posted by Grytpype-Thynne (270 days ago)

It's under warrantee isn't it - then make it the problem of the manufacturer's repair agency.

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Posted by tigerbay (269 days ago)

Don't sit there worrying, get it fixed.

also
PRIORITY
Do a backup. Because the thing is not working properly.
Do it now.

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Posted by Starlionblue2 (268 days ago)

Agreed with tigerbay. BACKUP FIRST!!!

Most likely a noise will be dust in the fan(s).
0. Do a backup.
1. Figure out where the fan or blower is. Just wet your finger and feel around any grilles. Many Dells have their fan on the underside.
2. Get a compressed air can blow into the fan grille. This should dislodge any dust.
3. If that doesn't work, check warranty fixes.

- Repeat cleaning regularly. Better to prevent than to cure.
- Eventually, the fan will get really fouled. I would personally open up the machine and clean it properly then, but it's not for the novice. And it will void the warranty if you still have it.

(I am based in Hong Kong)