A7V266E fan problem

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The small black fan below and to the left of the CPU has started to make a
loud noise when I turn the computer on. Touching it with my finger cures it
until the next time I start the computer.

Anyone able to offer any advice?

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F wrote:
> The small black fan below and to the left of the CPU has started to make a
> loud noise when I turn the computer on. Touching it with my finger cures it
> until the next time I start the computer.
>
> Anyone able to offer any advice?
>
Take the fan off the heat sink and oil it. Usually you can access the
sintered bearing by peeling back an adhesive label. You can put a drop
of oil on at that point, or better still, use a small screwdriver to pry
off the split plastic washer and withdraw the shaft. Be careful you
don't loose any spacers or o-rings when you pull it apart.