[plug] Monday workshop

[Tomasz Grzegurzko]

J Michael Gilks wrote:
> Just got the notice about Monday's workshop.
> I have more of a hardware problem, but it does have linux installed, honest.
> Anyway this machine is a P4 and the fan noise is driving me insane, I would 
> like to change out the fan for a larger, quieter model, but there appears to 
> be some sort of anti tamper device on the CPU, and I am loathe to try and get 
> the fan off in case I destroy the whole thing.
> Would it be possible there might be a hardware guru at the workshop who could 
> help with some advice on removing the fan, please.
> Also would not mind some recommendations for a QUIET fan to replace the stock 
> item.
> 
> Thanks in advance.
> 
> Love
> Mike.
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> 
I find these need oiling more often than not. I'll bring my supply along  =)

Tomasz