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System fan runs too fast or too loud

Try the following troubleshooting tips:

  • Download the latest BIOS update package for your board, which includes updates for the BIOS, BMC, and FRUSDR (Field Replaceable Unit/Sensor Data Record).  Run the FRUSDR update and select the correct chassis. The SDRs establish the correct fan information for the system.
  • Make sure the fan cable is installed correctly on the fan headers on the server board. See the quick start guide that came with the server board and chassis for more information.
  • See BIOS Setting > Fan Profile Setting, Performance Compared to Acoustic Mode
  • Install processor and memory air ducts, unless otherwise specified in the quick start guide or user manual
  • Download the System Event Log viewer, and check the System Event Log for malfunctioning components.

If your issues persist, please contact technical support.

This applies to:
Intel® Entry Server Chassis SC5299-E
Intel® Server Board S5000PAL
Intel® Server Board S5000PSL
Intel® Server Board S5000VSA
Intel® Server Board S5000XSL
Intel® Server Chassis SC5400
Intel® Server Chassis SR1500
Intel® Server Chassis SR2500
Intel® Server System SR2520SA
Intel® Workstation Board S5000XVN

Solution ID: CS-022809
Date Created: 18-May-2006
Last Modified: 07-Dec-2011
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