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New PC setup produces noticeable resonance—does it work with an air cooling system?

New PC setup produces noticeable resonance—does it work with an air cooling system?

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Quintje2002
Junior Member
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11-05-2021, 12:49 PM
#1
I just put together a new PC for the first time using an AIO unit. When it's running at idle or low RPM, I'm hearing a noise similar to what you shared: https://youtu.be/HQ4LE2B96Is?t=39. The specifications are as follows: CPU 12900kf, GPU Asus Rog Strix 3080, PSU Corsair RMx 850xGold, Memory G. Skill Trident Z RGB 4 x 8GB 3600MHZ, Motherboard Rog Strix Z690-A, Wi-Fi D4, AIO Liquid Freezer II 420. I've removed nearly everything from the case and repositioned it, but the sound persists. The only part I haven't changed is the motherboard, which seems unusual given its role. If anyone has experience with similar setups, I'm open to any advice on what might be causing this issue. I've also tried turning off all fans to check if that would help, but it didn't resolve the problem.
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Quintje2002
11-05-2021, 12:49 PM #1

I just put together a new PC for the first time using an AIO unit. When it's running at idle or low RPM, I'm hearing a noise similar to what you shared: https://youtu.be/HQ4LE2B96Is?t=39. The specifications are as follows: CPU 12900kf, GPU Asus Rog Strix 3080, PSU Corsair RMx 850xGold, Memory G. Skill Trident Z RGB 4 x 8GB 3600MHZ, Motherboard Rog Strix Z690-A, Wi-Fi D4, AIO Liquid Freezer II 420. I've removed nearly everything from the case and repositioned it, but the sound persists. The only part I haven't changed is the motherboard, which seems unusual given its role. If anyone has experience with similar setups, I'm open to any advice on what might be causing this issue. I've also tried turning off all fans to check if that would help, but it didn't resolve the problem.

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Udlu
Member
193
11-06-2021, 12:28 AM
#2
What AIO is it?
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Udlu
11-06-2021, 12:28 AM #2

What AIO is it?

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ImJesse1
Member
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11-06-2021, 01:02 AM
#3
It seems the noise comes from the pump itself. Mounting your AIO correctly can help control that sound. Some models, especially those with powerful pumps like the Silverstone PF series, tend to be louder—make sure you're securing it properly and positioning it for optimal performance.
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ImJesse1
11-06-2021, 01:02 AM #3

It seems the noise comes from the pump itself. Mounting your AIO correctly can help control that sound. Some models, especially those with powerful pumps like the Silverstone PF series, tend to be louder—make sure you're securing it properly and positioning it for optimal performance.

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Hooded_Master
Member
187
11-09-2021, 03:26 AM
#4
It’s positioned at the front with tubes at the base. If the pump makes a whine, possible fixes exist or it might be an issue with your AIO.
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Hooded_Master
11-09-2021, 03:26 AM #4

It’s positioned at the front with tubes at the base. If the pump makes a whine, possible fixes exist or it might be an issue with your AIO.

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flarbi
Member
199
11-09-2021, 07:26 AM
#5
That's correct, I missed noting it. The model is the Arctic Liquid Freezer II 420.
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flarbi
11-09-2021, 07:26 AM #5

That's correct, I missed noting it. The model is the Arctic Liquid Freezer II 420.

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D14M0ND_D34THS
Member
146
11-11-2021, 02:12 PM
#6
It appears many people have encountered the same problem. I can arrange for a replacement to be sent.
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D14M0ND_D34THS
11-11-2021, 02:12 PM #6

It appears many people have encountered the same problem. I can arrange for a replacement to be sent.

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Quinq
Junior Member
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11-30-2021, 09:35 AM
#7
I don’t have a way to provide direct links, but I can help you locate the information you need. Let me know if you’d like guidance on searching for it.
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Quinq
11-30-2021, 09:35 AM #7

I don’t have a way to provide direct links, but I can help you locate the information you need. Let me know if you’d like guidance on searching for it.

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JunkdudeHD
Junior Member
47
11-30-2021, 11:07 AM
#8
Discuss the Arctic Liquid Freezer II with a 240mm pump and noise concerns in the forum.
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JunkdudeHD
11-30-2021, 11:07 AM #8

Discuss the Arctic Liquid Freezer II with a 240mm pump and noise concerns in the forum.

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Eismoritz
Member
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12-01-2021, 03:17 PM
#9
The sound clip you referenced appears to be much more noticeable than expected, which isn't the main concern for you. Does the pump whine resemble a resonant tone?
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Eismoritz
12-01-2021, 03:17 PM #9

The sound clip you referenced appears to be much more noticeable than expected, which isn't the main concern for you. Does the pump whine resemble a resonant tone?