Dimension 4400 processor fan

Question

Someone gave me an old Dell Dimension 4400 that is missing the processor and I think the processor fan. I think I can figure out what processor to purchase but I am not sure what to do about the fan. I have the green shroud and the heat sink; should there also be a fan? The heat sink is a peice of aluminum with fans, correct? I think I have the retention clips too.

As best as I understand a previous discussion, the system normally uses a processor cooling system that is special for Dell. Do I need to get a replacement fan that is a Dell fan or can I replace the whole system with a common cooling system? I assume that the Dell version will be more difficult to find and more expensive.

If someone can give me a general answer, then I will try to get the details from previous discussions if that is possible.

SR45 · Answer

You can get an after market fan but in doing so you will get an error message each time you boot up that can be over ridden but its a pain to do each time. Go to the Dell Spare Parts Dept and see if they have one available. You will have to give them the model number which in this case of course is the 4400. I paid around $30.00 or so for my Dim 4400 fan but that was years ago.

Dell Spare Parts

1-800 372-3355 Monday thru Friday 9 AM til 6 PM

shesagordie · Answer

Sam Hobbs

The Dell 2X585 Fan & Shroud Assembly for the Dimension 4400, can be purchased from either here, or here.

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Sam Hobbs · Answer

Thank you, shesagordie. That is a good option. Using that part number, I found many used items in eBay for less, such as about $10.

Sam Hobbs · Answer

I had assumed I could mark both replies from others as solutions, but I do not see how to do that. I assume it does not matter much. If I could, I would.

Sam Hobbs · Answer

Thank you, SR45.

Is the override just a matter of clicking okay or is it more than that? I assume it is more.

I called that number and got put on hold for a half an hour and then then the call was ended. I might try again some other time but there seems to be plenty of used units available using eBay.

Chuck in Austin · Answer

Check eBay, you can get them for ten bucks..

All that you find now will be refurbished

Dell Part Number 2X585

Message Edited by Chuck in Austin on 06-25-2008 05:05 PM

Message Edited by Chuck in Austin on 06-25-2008 05:07 PM

SR45 · Answer

Correct Sam, its just a click to continue with a non Dell brand fan but with the solution from Chuck this is not a consern now.  Good luck

Sam Hobbs · Answer

Thank you.   Note that I also found the eBay solution on my own.

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