Intel Nuc Skull Fan Replacement

The fan failed on my skull canyon nuc6i7kyk nuc and sounded like an amorous goat.

Intel nuc skull fan replacement.

I have cleaned the fan itself as well as possible but since it s very compact and shielded i could not clean it further. As the only moving part in a nuc the fan is often the first part to have any issues. You can request a replacement fan kit and replace the fan yourself. Unscrew the four corner screws on the bottom cover of the chassis and lift the cover.

I have looked for replacement fans but no. Disconnect the fan connector from the motherboard fan header. We provide expert advice testing service warranty and support of mini computer systems and accessories and can also build and support customized solutions. Disassembly process for 4 by 4 short intel nucs without 2 5 drive cage.

How to fix it. Receive and install a new fan. To remove the existing fan. The fan assembly on the intel nuc is failing.

I have a skull canyon nuc experiencing fan issues what can be described as a rhythmic rattle and now power cutouts i have been watching thermals i have not activated windows 10 yet on this system and am in fear of doing so due to a possible need to rma for this issue can someone from intel help me process an rma or help with a fan replacement i wish this was a user replaceable part as. Fan replacement instructions pdf size. The nuc used in the video is a nuc7i5bnk. Just contact intel support and they ll hook you up.

Use this method at your own risk. Click or the topic for details. Whether it s complete fan failure ineffective cooling or just noise you may need to replace the fan at some point. It does sound like the bearings are not good in any case.

Installation was pretty straightforward although the cable is a little longer than the oem unit so had to be folded to fit. If it s under warranty no problem. I grew tired of thwacking the top casing of the nuc to temporarily quieten it so gave in and bought this fan. 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.