Loud fan / rattling noise on the ARCTIC MX-6

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The fan is unusually loud or rattles, often from a blocked intake or a loose component.

How to fix Loud fan / rattling noise

Clean the fan

Clean the cooling fan and vents to remove dust.

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Difficulty: ★★ Est. 20 min

Reduce load

Close heavy applications to reduce fan speed.

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Difficulty: ★ Est. 5 min

Replacement parts for the ARCTIC MX-6

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