No, the maximum fan speed during startup or boot is not a built-in feature but rather a default setting.
No, the maximum fan speed during startup or boot is not a built-in feature but rather a default setting.
From what I understand about fans, their design often makes it tough for them to start properly. A typical method is to begin at full speed and then gradually reduce it to the desired running level. This approach helps avoid stalling, which can cause overheating and damage to the fan or its mounting. It also explains why desk and box fans usually have labels like "OFF-HIGH-MED-LOW" to prevent them from starting too fast. Edited February 28, 2022 by RONOTHAN##
It was more crucial for older enthusiasts, especially in the early 1900s. The design of fans has advanced significantly over the past century, making it less essential now. Today, factors like standardization play a bigger role. Still, starting at full speed helps give it a good boost. The issue remains somewhat present. I experienced a CPU cooler fan failing to start when the speed was set too low for cold conditions. In regions without adjustable controls, this pattern is typical in America. I own a desk fan with physical buttons, and the sequence OFF - LOW - MED - HIGH works there as well.