First PC: Is this typical?
First PC: Is this typical?
Occasionally while playing a game, my computer emits a noise that resembles the initial start-up of a washing machine—something like a gentle buzzing and a pause before it begins. It sounds similar to a fan attempting to power up, though I’m not sure if I over-tightened something. For better clarity, I could describe it more or record a video next time I hear that sound.
Begin by identifying which fans are affected—case fans or GPU fans. After finding them, inspect for any visible damage, which may be related to age. Then monitor your PC's temperatures during this time. It’s likely the system is overheating, forcing the fans to run at maximum speed to cool down. When the fans spin at 2000-3000 RPM or higher, especially some GPU fans reaching up to 3300 RPM, check the fan curves. They might be programmed to start quickly (within 2 seconds) and run frequently at high speeds instead of gradually increasing.