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All Forums > Tech Talk > Tech Talk Forum Page 45 > I have to replace the power supple fan on my comp
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nietzsche
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Posted - Dec 24 2005 : 8:23PM
is there anything scary I need to know? Installing hardware scares me, as I have very little aptitutde for things mechanical. How do I ground myself when working with the innards of the computer? That's the scary stuff I want to know.

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Bornyo
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Posted - Dec 24 2005 : 9:01PM
Don't sweat it at all. If you know all you need is a power supply fan, you know all you need to know to perform that operation.

Unplug the power cord- touch the chassis of the computer before you go screwing with the innards to discharge static and you're good to go.

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Joey Starr
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Posted - Dec 24 2005 : 9:07PM
Isn't the power supply fan integrated with the power supply? In that case it could be easier to remplace the whole power supply.

Also fans do get stuck but can be fixed. Give it a blast of compressed air, then lubricate the axle (you generally have to remove a round sticker to do that) then give gentle pushes to the fan blades, many time the non working fan can be given a second lease of life.

Edited by - joey starr on 12/24/2005 9:07:44 PM

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nietzsche
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Posted - Dec 24 2005 : 9:16PM
How much does a power supply cost? Maybe I'll try blowin it off with an air compressor; I happen to have access to one of those. The fan isn't stuck, but it's making a lot of funny noises and I assume it's in its final few weeks before giving up the ghost.
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nietzsche
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Posted - Dec 24 2005 : 9:21PM
Do all power supplies fit all machines?
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Bornyo
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Posted - Dec 24 2005 : 10:11PM
This is so strange. I feel like a whore. James passes this link on for you nietzsche, and a quick glance says it'll answer your questions: http://forums.silentpcreview.com/viewtopic.php?t=21654
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Joey Starr
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Posted - Dec 24 2005 : 10:13PM
Are we all being played?
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nietzsche
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Posted - Dec 24 2005 : 10:50PM
Thanks dude. Bornyo = james.
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Drew Black
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Posted - Dec 25 2005 : 11:13AM
You should do this in reverse. The chassis is no longer grounded if it's not plugged in. Basically, touch the computer's metal casing (preferably the bare metal section on the back of the system and not a painted/plastic section), then unplug it. Don't work on it over carpet, plastic tables, laminate coutertops or other plastic-like surfaces. Most of them can store a serious amount of static charge. A good wood surface over concrete is the best option.
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Jeff @ IAFD All-Star Supporter
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Posted - Dec 25 2005 : 12:11PM
Power supplies are like $40.

The innards of power supplies have a giant capacitor that store up enough voltage to kill you.

So for just a fan... weigh your options if you've never done it before.

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nietzsche
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Posted - Dec 25 2005 : 9:24PM
All right I'll just spring for the power supply. I'll just yank it and take it to the store to make sure i get the right one. I hope I don't electrocute myself.
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Bill All-Star Supporter
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Posted - Dec 25 2005 : 9:47PM
What kind of computer do you have?
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Bornyo
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Posted - Dec 25 2005 : 9:49PM
Neech, there is no chance in the world of you electrocuting yourself. The capacitor could possibly get your attention but it is far, far from deadly.
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PL
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Posted - Dec 26 2005 : 10:17AM
From experience (I have worked in IT for 3 years and dealt with mostly hardware and software on PCs), most of the fans leads are soldered into the board that runs the PSU itself. Also sometimes the fans are encased in a metal bracket - get the wrong fan and there's a prob. Of course if you don't know how to solder, change a fan that has it's leads soldered into the board won't be easy either - a beginner at soldering would likely burn up the board.

In short, like some others have suggested, just get a new PSU

You will save time and face.

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