why does my computer make jingling noises?

Hi Debbie,

Can you tell if this sound is coming from the tower or your speakers?

Kay

It comes from the tower.

Hi Debbie,

OK, sure, go ahead and do as Jaykar suggests: check your cooling fans. Possibly you can make an adjustment there.

Myself, though, I probably would call Tech Support on this--no jingling noise should be coming from the tower under ideal circumstances. It could well be a cooling fan issue, but even that will need fixing.

Be aware that they may ask you to power down the system, unplug the tower from the outlet, detach all the cords and cables from the tower, remove the main tower case cover, then reconnect the power cables so that you can power back up, have the system running, then try to localize the noise to a specific device. The directions for removing the cover are in your Dimension Troubleshooting Manual that you got with the system. Be aware, but don't do it until they ask you to do so, OK? Under no circumstances do you ever remove cords & cables plus cover with the system on--ever. I say this because evidently one person who posted was asked to do this--you can so totally fry your system that it isn't even funny. If possible, have a grounding strap to wear while you are fooling around inside the tower; otherwise, just keep one hand on a metal part, such as the riser bar and work with the other hand.

Good luck, and let me know how this works out, OK? This is no time to lose a system, with Xmas 2 days away. E-mail's in my User Profile.

Good luck,
Kay

Hi Jaykar,

Forgive me for imprecise use of the English language. Of course, you did not tell Debbie to rip into the case. My use of the term "break the case" is akin to "crack the case": shorthand for opening the case and removing the cover. I will be more precise next time.

In addition, I do not use sarcasm in answer to questions at this forum, therefore, my use of the word "sure" was meant as agreement that Debbie can certainly investigate this possibility.

I stop here.

Kay

Jaykar,

Kay is a very gracious lady and would never offend anyone.

The regulars, on this forum, are like a big family and are at ease with each other. That's why they put expression and personality in their Posts and Replies. Most newcomers catch on quickly and join in the fun. It's always nice to have fun while learning, don't you think? @:o)

Bienvenido y Feliz Navidad.

Hi Jaykar,

It's all cool with me; use my e-mail if you have questions. I'll be careful with you, and you'll understand that if you have a question, I'll give it my best shot. After it's answered, I might have some fun with you, but it would never be sarcastic in nature--most of us are pretty gentle that way, OK?

Best of holidays to you and yours,
Kay

I'll second that. She is a benefit to all.

Hi JP,

I'm getting embarrassed, and red was never my best color, but thanks :)

Jaykar and I worked it out, so all is fine. It's sometimes difficult to communicate over nothing but keyboards, because you can't see expressions or hear voices. We'll do OK now.

Have the best of holidays--and I owe you an SE install now :)

Kay

Hi Jaykar,

That is so cool--you were clearly good this year :) Remember, he with the most toys wins the game, so have a really good time with your coupon! I've got my own wish list going, so I'll see what your experience brings you, OK?

Have a great day,
Kay