Things You'll Need:
- Dust blower
- A lightweight lubricant
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Step 1
Remove the side panel of your processor. Removing the bolts on the side panel loosens it up, but not all processors contain these bolts. Refer to your processor manual for more information.
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Step 2
Lay the processor on its side and locate the computer fan. Take a dust blower (any size will do) and gently blow the dust from the fan, making sure it is blown out of the computer. Make sure all dust bunnies and particles are dusted out.
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Step 3
Using a soft, clean cloth, gently catch and remove any debris the dust remover was unable to remove. Make sure not to touch the motherboard or other hardware devices.
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Step 4
Replace the side panel and start your computer. If the computer fan is quiet, it is fixed. If not, move on to the instructions below.
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Step 1
Reopen your side panel and grab a light lubricant. Do not use motor oil--it is not drip-proof and harms your computer. Use a light, non-drip lubricant such as a sewing machine lubricant.
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Step 2
Locate your computer fan's base. This is the part that holds the computer fan in place. Take the lubricant and drop a small amount on the base. Gently spread it around with your finger.
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Step 3
Replace the side panel and start your computer. You should notice your computer fan is less noisy--even dead silent, if you applied enough lubrication.
