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Bob Brown <[log in to unmask]>
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Wed, 20 Dec 2000 19:32:36 -0800
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I have worked on two different e-machines. Both were noisy. In both cases it
was the CPU fan. As long as it turns at the right speed there is no problem
there. If the noise is objectionable the fan may be replaced.

----- Original Message -----
From: "Hugh Vandervoort" <[log in to unmask]>
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Wednesday, December 20, 2000 9:34 AM
Subject: [PCBUILD] E-Machine Noise


> I'm helping my neighbor with her Noisy E-Machine.
> This very loud nose is either the processor fan or the hard drive.
> Fortuneately, she has an extended warranty from Circuit City ($199.00).
Not!
> The tech support guy, from an outfit called Computer Support Plus tells me
> that the warranty doesn't cover noise.
> He also told me (I have his ID #) that I can remove the cover without
> voiding the warranty.
> Should I leave this computer running until it fails (The owner is out of
> town for a month and she has a backup of all important files), or open it
up
> and try to solve the problem?
> I'm comfortable working with hardware.
> Does anyone have experience with these computers?
> Has anyone ever heard of such a nonsensical warranty policy?
> Thanks.
>
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