Sleeve Bearing FAns

[largosama]

So my computer works, and it runs fine when i built it. Of course, the parts arent exactly what i want. You see, i noticed yesterday that the fans are of the sleeve bearing type. how long do they usually last before being in danger of dying? (Yep, even the PSU!)

[glc]

Sleeve bearing fans are usually good for about 18 months.

[Cricket]

Originally posted by largosama
how long do they usually last before being in danger of dying? (Yep, even the PSU!) You'll know when they're starting to fail...they'll get real noisy. That's the signal to go out and get some ball bearing fans.

:) Cricket

[PardeGT]

It kind of depends on the quality of the fan the the environment it is in. I've seen some that have lasted a number of years and others die in less than one.

[Spyda]

wont they last longer if you give them a bit of care and 3 in 1

[glc]

Sure - but ball bearing fans aren't much more expensive.