Do you have a noisy computer? Listen and learn, while the Tech Woes IT pros show how to fix your noisy computer.
A noisy computer
is always quite distracting. In fact, if it is loud enough, it is downright annoying. Frequently, a noisy fan blade i
s the problem. Of course, a failing disk drive also makes a lot of noise. Also, a loose case screw can really make a racket. In addition, a noisy power supply could be the source. In that case, you may want to replace it with a quieter power supply. Sometimes, you can just move the computer to a place where the sound won’t bother you.
Following is a transcript
of a person with a noisy computer and a hilariously unhelpful tech support person. As is my policy, I have changed the names to protect the guilty. Any resemblance to real life situations is purely coincidental. Or is it? Perhaps, it is a little bit of both. I hope you enjoy my goofy attempt at geek humor. I welcome you to express your opinions and share your frustrating experiences in the comments below. If you enjoyed this post, please feel free to share it with others. Thank you for stopping by. Craig Herberg
Unhelpful tech support guy: Technical support. How may we humiliate you?
Unsuspecting tech woes victim: My computer is making a loud noise.
Unhelpful tech support guy: What sort of loud noise?
Unsuspecting tech woes victim: Like a fan blade scraping something.
Unhelpful tech support guy: Ok. I can fix that for you. I’m going to send you a special set of earmuffs.
Unsuspecting tech woes victim: Will that fix the problem with the loud noise?
Unhelpful tech support guy: Yes. It will also keep your phone from ringing all the time.
Unsuspecting tech woes victim: Thank you so much. You have been very helpful.
Unhelpful tech support guy: That’s what we’re here for. [Aside] This is like shooting fish in a barrel.