T2XP fan failure

[RseanV]

Newbie here!

My T2XP is getting very hot and I think it's because the CPU fan has failed.

Some interesting noises coming from inside, but I can't be 100% certain that it's not the HDD making the noise.

I've tried turning the fan speed settings up and down to see if I can change the noise but to no avail - makes me think it is the fan that's died.

Anyone tried changing one of these fans? Is it easy to get to?

Many thanks,

Seán.

[itbroker]

Seán,

I have 100% sure about the software Everest.

You will be able to see the temperature and a lot more info from your CPU.

See the features here...
To download the trial version here...

[RseanV]

itbroker,

I've downloaded the software and the CPU temp is 76C, quite hot!

I've also been on to Sony - they reckon £278 to replace the fan (Not sure if that is inc VAT or not) plus £107 courier fees - Ouch!

Will have a good look at the fan again and see if it is worth having a go at changing it myself.

Thanks to you & Thalamus for all your help & guidance.

Seán.

[Thalamus.]

Thanks to you & Thalamus for all your help & guidance.

You're welcome Seán, did you receive the Private Message I sent you earlier.?

[RseanV]

Hi Thalamus,

Yes I got the PM & PM'd you a reply.

Thanks,
Seán.

[Thalamus.]

I've also been on to Sony - they reckon £278 to replace the fan (Not sure if that is inc VAT or not) plus £107 courier fees - Ouch!

Ouch indeed, hopefully your problem is caused by a dust build-up..

[itbroker]

Welcome Seán :smileygrin: .

[RseanV]

Finally got to the fan: it's a Toshiba MCF-513AM05-1, DC5V 250mA. and it's as dead as a Dodo!
A quick google reveals A. quite a history of these failing & B: they're v. expensive! ~$120.

Not sure yet how to get the fan off the m'board or where to source another.

Does anyone know if I could buy one directly from Sony?

Reluctant to pay the £278 Sony want to repair it as the whole computer locked up last night as the processor overheated, so the whole thing may go west at any time.

Any further ideas much appreciated.

Sean.

[itbroker]

I found the same FAN Toshiba DC5V 180mA, MCF-513AM05 here... EUR 17.09 (In Stock). (Worldwide Delivery).

Not sure yet how to get the fan off the m'board or where to source another.

I will send 4U a guide (Private Message).

Does anyone know if I could buy one directly from Sony?

I tried to found here in our website, but without success.

Best Regards,

ItBroker.

[RseanV]

Thanks, itbroker, I've just ordered one so hopefully will be able to fit it next week.

The T2XP still runs for a while but then locks up. Do you think I've wrecked the processor?

Thanks again for your help.

Seán.

[itbroker]

Nop. I don't think so...

After you change the fan, everything will be ok. :smileygrin: