I bought a pre-built computer from a local Micro Center a few days ago. Specifically the PowerSpec G151. http://www.microcenter.com/product/474288/G151_Desktop_Computer
I really like the machine so far. It has all the components I wanted, and has been performing quite well. But it's a little loud. I'm pretty sure it's the CPU fan, but I'm not absolutely certain. Could I replace the CPU fan without replacing the heat sink? If so, then how much would it cost to get such a replacement fan? Or could I use a CPU fan from an older PC? I honestly don't know how interchangeable such parts are. The PC this replaced was a seven-year-old HP computer that also had a Core i5, and it was a lot quieter than this.
I really like the machine so far. It has all the components I wanted, and has been performing quite well. But it's a little loud. I'm pretty sure it's the CPU fan, but I'm not absolutely certain. Could I replace the CPU fan without replacing the heat sink? If so, then how much would it cost to get such a replacement fan? Or could I use a CPU fan from an older PC? I honestly don't know how interchangeable such parts are. The PC this replaced was a seven-year-old HP computer that also had a Core i5, and it was a lot quieter than this.