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1210930 2011-06-21 05:54:00 clean install windows xp home
boot reflects cpu fan error
cpu fan is operating smoothly

bios: American Megatrends v2.54
hardware monitor reflects:
cpu temp:109-114° F
mb temp: 104° F

CPU Fan speed: 1584 rpm
CPU Q-Fan control: disabled

do I need to be concerned about the "cpu fan error"?
NZHawk (4093)
1210931 2011-06-21 06:08:00 You got it plugged into the CPU fan header on the motherboard or did you plug it accidentally in Chassis fan header or something? Is it 3 pin or 4 pin? Whats the number of pins on the board header? pctek (84)
1210932 2011-06-21 06:20:00 Same error comes up on this sometimes, I just reset it it boots fine Speedy Gonzales (78)
1210933 2011-06-22 00:50:00 You got it plugged into the CPU fan header ?
- yes it's in the CPU fan header.
Is it 3 pin or 4 pin?
- 4-pin

Whats the number of pins on the board header?
- 4-pin
NZHawk (4093)
1210934 2011-06-22 01:18:00 When I had a fan going bad it would sometimes be slow to build up its speed. THe bios would report a problem (zero fan speed) because of the slow start, but by the time I could assess it would be running at a normal rate again.

Given that total fan failure will kill your system, I'd consider replacing it if you find further reason to suspect it.
Paul.Cov (425)
1210935 2011-06-22 01:33:00 good suggestion
better to error on the side of safety in this case.

thank you
NZHawk (4093)
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