More than just a noise problem
How do I fix a noisy PC fan?
If your Windows PC sounds like a jet engine, there’s probably a big reason why: noisy fans. They may sound trivial, but fans are essential PC components that require regular maintenance. Unless you’re using water cooling, you need your PC fans to pull heat away from components like your CPU to keep them running.
Dust, dirt, and other airborne contaminants can affect your fan’s performance, but there are other issues that can crop up, which is why regular maintenance is essential. If your computer fans are getting loud, here are six troubleshooting tips you can try to fix the problem.
As your fans suck in air, they introduce other contaminants into your PC or laptop case. Just as a bookcase collects dust without occasional cleaning and polishing, your computer fans will likely become louder and louder if you don’t give them a thorough cleaning every now and then.
