HelpFan is getting excited and won’t stop until you give it a quick spin with your finger.
HelpFan is getting excited and won’t stop until you give it a quick spin with your finger.
The fan won’t start without a quick push from your finger, which occurs roughly two-thirds of the time. It’s a brand-new unit about a week old, and I only realized this issue recently by chance. Even when I set it to full speed in both the GIGABYTE MB control app and the BIOS, it still needs a gentle spin to activate. I’ve checked for debris or obstructions, but nothing stands out. No unusual noises are made, and once it starts, everything functions normally. Any suggestions or past experiences with similar problems would be appreciated. Video.eml
Typically caused by insufficient initial voltage. Consider switching to a different fan header or adjusting the software settings. It's suggested to use FanControl for better performance.
On the hardware side, the issue may stem from a blown component in the fan motor. A small capacitor or a diode often causes the problem. If the fan is getting proper current and voltage through its connector, the simplest solution is to replace it with a new unit. Unless the fan is extremely costly, the cost of labor to repair a computer fan usually exceeds the price of a replacement.
It appears to function properly now. I've installed FanControl and tested it over the last few hours—turning off the PC, unplugging it for 20 seconds, pressing the start button to clear any residual power, then restarting. The fan should now activate each time. Thanks! @Skiiwee29