Fan Issues on Intel® NUC Kit NUC6i7KYK
What am I seeing?
Fan issues on the Intel® NUC Kit NUC6i7KYK, including the following:
- Fan doesn't spin
- Grinding noises when fan spins, like ball bearings going bad
- Knocking and ticking, like a fan blade is hitting something
- Fan squealing
- Loud rattling noise
Why am I seeing it?
The fan assembly on the Intel® NUC is failing.
How to fix it.
Click or the topic for details:
Option 1: Receive and install a new fan.
You can request a replacement fan kit and replace the fan yourself. Review the fan replacement instructions before deciding on this option.
Fan Replacement Instructions (PDF)
Size: 231 KB
Date: August 2018
Note | PDF files require Adobe Acrobat Reader*. |
Submit a support ticket to request a fan replacement kit (part number 1323-00U9000).
View fan replacement demo:
Option 2: If the NUC6i7KYK is still under warranty, request an RMA replacement for the entire unit.
You can check the warranty status and submit a request at the Online Service Center.
Note | If you hear fan noise on any other Intel NUC model, contact Intel Customer Support. |