Replaced the power supply and the Hyper 212 EVO keeps shaking intensely.
Replaced the power supply and the Hyper 212 EVO keeps shaking intensely.
Sure, I can adjust the CPU fan speed to 100% and see how it affects performance.
It seems like a poor choice. @Spotty has more knowledge on this topic. I recommend checking him out.
I’m shutting down the PC to reset the cooler. I’ll check it out and share the results later. It should take about an hour, and I’m moving a bit slowly.
You have tools to modify fan speeds and also control them via the motherboard BIOS. If vibrations persist, turning the fan to maximum might not help much or could even worsen the issue. You could also remove the CPU fan from its header and unplug it to check if that stops the shaking. This would clarify whether the problem lies with the fan or the heatsink. If the heatsink is still vibrating, it likely isn’t securely fastened. You don’t need to force the screwdriver; just ensure it’s snug but not overly tight, and give it a light shake to confirm stability.
Update important! I successfully installed the cooler vertically. Played R6 (which caused vibration) and it dropped to half or less! For fun, I used my high lumen bike lamp while gaming and checked through the PSU vent—surprisingly, the fan wasn’t spinning, it reached out to the CPU cooler and started vibrating. Does this help? Not quite, though—I still need a way to stop the cooler from shaking completely. I double-checked the screws and tightened them. Also, while examining the PSU, I could hear a faint coil whine under load.
The sound from the coin isn't obvious even from afar—just keep an eye on it. Now that it's cooler, it feels strange there are still vibrations; make sure the fan is securely attached.
The previous model I used had those bothersome plastic pins, which I think are long gone. They were really bad. Were the mounts already secure? If not and it’s still shaking, it might mean there was damage. It could also be that the issue lies with the motherboard connector. Less likely, but if the mounts were tight when you removed them: Is there any dirt on the fan? Spoiler: yes.