Review the fan replacement instructions before deciding on this option.
Intel nuc fan replacement.
Perform the following fan replacement steps at an esd safe workstation with the intel nuc disconnected from ac power.
Grinding noises when fan spins like ball bearings going bad knocking and ticking like a fan blade is hitting something.
How to fix it.
Right now its ok with a second fan blowing into it and down the case.
Guessing at the fan would be bad due to control cfm and load.
To remove the existing fan.
Whether it s complete fan failure ineffective cooling or just noise you may need to replace the fan at some point.
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Since i do not want to be without my nuc is there a recommended replacement fan i can use and send intel the bad part.
Unscrew the four corner screws on the bottom cover of the chassis and lift the cover.
Just contact intel support and they ll hook you up.
As the only moving part in a nuc the fan is often the first part to have any issues.
Cpu does reduce frequency when hot just never seems to recover and get cool even at 69f ambient.
Receive and install a new fan.
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You can request a replacement fan kit and replace the fan yourself.
However there is one word of caution.
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If it s under warranty no problem.
The fan assembly on the intel nuc is failing.
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