Intel Nuc Skull Fan Replacement

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Intel nuc skull fan replacement.

Receive and install a new fan. I have a skull canyon nuc experiencing fan issues what can be described as a rhythmic rattle and now power cutouts i have been watching thermals i have not activated windows 10 yet on this system and am in fear of doing so due to a possible need to rma for this issue can someone from intel help me process an rma or help with a fan replacement i wish this was a user replaceable part as. If it s under warranty no problem. Simply nuc has a mission to be the world s leading technology partner for customized mini computer experiences with uncompromised quality stability support and performance.

Whether it s complete fan failure ineffective cooling or just noise you may need to replace the fan at some point. The fan in my 1 year old skull canyon nuc kit nuc6i7kyk has become very noisy. How to fix it. To remove the existing fan.

Review the fan replacement instructions before deciding on this option. Use this method at your own risk. Intel nuc kit nuc6i7kyk fan replacement steps perform the following fan replacement steps at an esd safe workstation with the intel nuc disconnected from ac power. Unscrew the four corner screws on the bottom cover of the chassis and lift the cover.

You can request a replacement fan kit and replace the fan yourself. Installation was pretty straightforward although the cable is a little longer than the oem unit so had to be folded to fit. I grew tired of thwacking the top casing of the nuc to temporarily quieten it so gave in and bought this fan. We provide expert advice testing service warranty and support of mini computer systems and accessories and can also build and support customized solutions.

Just contact intel support and they ll hook you up. The nuc used in the video is a nuc7i5bnk. Fan replacement instructions pdf size. Disconnect the fan connector from the motherboard fan header.

I have looked for replacement fans but no. The fan assembly on the intel nuc is failing. It does sound like the bearings are not good in any case. I have cleaned the fan itself as well as possible but since it s very compact and shielded i could not clean it further.