Crackling sound coming from laptop fan

[Hamza Shoaib]

My laptop (ASUS UX390UAK) produces a near constant crackling sound whenever the fan is running. Here is a recording.

I have opened to laptop to see if there's anything stuck in the fan, but didn't see anything out of the ordinary.

Would appreciate advice about the cause and any potential solutions.

 

[webworkings]

Sounds like you may need to replace the fan.

 

[Hamza Shoaib]

Sounds like you may need to replace the fan.

Is that something I could do myself?

 

[R4DIO4CT1VE]

Sounds like you may need to replace the fan.

Is that something I could do myself?

yeah not impossible, probably a guide on it somewhere online.

 

[webworkings]

Agreed. If you do a bit of searching online, you may find a video on how to do it yourself, or a walkthrough. However, if it is under warranty you should not attempt doing it yourself. That would void the warranty and instead you should contact the manufacturer.