The GPU cooler makes noise only when you push on one side.
The GPU cooler makes noise only when you push on one side.
It’s a 4-year-old EVGA GTX 1660 Super. I just changed the motherboard and loaded a game, right away it made a loud rattling sound. I recorded a quick clip to show that pressing/pulling one side stops the noise. The GPU is tightly secured to my case, so it shouldn’t be moving. Could anyone else have faced the same problem and fixed it? Note: No wires under the GPU that might have affected the fan. I’ve unplugged and plugged it in several times recently for another issue check, possibly damaging it. I searched forums but most talked about coil whine, which isn’t what I’m experiencing. Video: pcpartpicker: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/kppcMV
check if the slight adjustment on the shroud prevents it, or if the actual fan wire touching it moves the wire out of the way enough. Sometimes after a certain time, the fans might start wobbling. On the underside, verify it is screwed into the shroud or placed directly on the heatsink and ensure the screws are secure.
I’m not familiar with the specific context—please clarify what you mean by “GPU.” Are you referring to a graphics card, a processor, or something else? Knowing this will help me give you accurate and relevant information.
Check out the details, though the full piece covers a lot. Focus on the images showing the fans with three arms attached to the heatsink and the wiring that might touch a blade.
Alright, understood. I'll give it a shot. (For anyone else who reads this, feel free to share more ideas.)
I checked it carefully, gently rotating the fans with my hands to make sure they don’t contact any wires or the shroud. After reassembling everything and tightening the screws, I noticed something curious during startup—while the fans spun, there was no sound. It wasn’t until I logged in that the fan speed increased noticeably and it began rattling. That’s unusual; I wasn’t sure why it would happen at first. A new video is available if you’d like to see more.
it seems like the issue might be something catching on it. Take off the cover fully and check if the fans still make noise. The sound suggests contact with a wire or the fan housing.
Identified the issue clearly. The fan was completely impacting the shroud, with visible scratches on one side—initially puzzling, but later explained by two broken blades. A significant crack allowed blades to bend outward at higher speeds and strike the shroud. Thanks for the helpful link! Now I understand how to replace the fan.