Intel Nuc Skull Fan Replacement

The fan assembly on the intel nuc is failing.

Intel nuc skull fan replacement.

You can request a replacement fan kit and replace the fan yourself. The nuc used in the video is a nuc7i5bnk. If it s under warranty no problem. Whether it s complete fan failure ineffective cooling or just noise you may need to replace the fan at some point.

The fan in my 1 year old skull canyon nuc kit nuc6i7kyk has become very noisy. Disassembly process for 4 by 4 short intel nucs without 2 5 drive cage. Unscrew the four corner screws on the bottom cover of the chassis and lift the cover. As the only moving part in a nuc the fan is often the first part to have any issues.

Intel nuc kit nuc6i7kyk fan replacement steps perform the following fan replacement steps at an esd safe workstation with the intel nuc disconnected from ac power. Fan replacement instructions pdf size. I grew tired of thwacking the top casing of the nuc to temporarily quieten it so gave in and bought this fan. It does sound like the bearings are not good in any case.

We provide expert advice testing service warranty and support of mini computer systems and accessories and can also build and support customized solutions. Click or the topic for details. I have looked for replacement fans but no. Use this method at your own risk.

Disconnect the fan connector from the motherboard fan header. The fan failed on my skull canyon nuc6i7kyk nuc and sounded like an amorous goat. Review the fan replacement instructions before deciding on this option. I have cleaned the fan itself as well as possible but since it s very compact and shielded i could not clean it further.

Just contact intel support and they ll hook you up. Simply nuc has a mission to be the world s leading technology partner for customized mini computer experiences with uncompromised quality stability support and performance. To remove the existing fan. How to fix it.