power supply question

[Nooyawkah]

I purchased an Antec 550Watt True PSU on a closeout table at CompUSA, at a great price. I believe that it's brand new, and it works great. There is, however, a cracked fan - the one visible at the rear or the case (one of the 4 corners has snapped off and it won't hold a screw). Otherwise, the fan spins and the unit seems stable with 3 screws. It's too late to return, but I don't want to anyway.

Should I replace the fan? I've never opened a power supply before. Or shall I just leave well enough alone?

[Steve]

You probably would be better off replacing it but you have time. Keep an eye on it.

Opening up a PSU is just a matter of removing a few screws. NBD. Just keep in mind that there is at least one capacitor in there that can weld a screwdriver to the case, so be careful. :)

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[Budfred]

You would probably void the warranty if you replace it, but there is a good chance the warranty is voided anyway since you bought it closeout. It sounds like a great deal!!

[BigBlue66]

Fans will operate fine with only three support screws, as long as those screws are tight and secure. I wouldn't worry about it.

However, if you do open the PSU to replace the fan, (which is a simple enough job) don't come crying to us if you happen to touch a still-loaded capacitor and do yourself in. :D

[Nooyawkah]

However, if you do open the PSU to replace the fan, (which is a simple enough job) don't come crying to us if you happen to touch a still-loaded capacitor and do yourself in.

Dead men tell no tales!:eek: