iStat Menus shows the fan is always on (inaudible, at around 1700 rpm), even under light usage (safari, mail, iTunes). Is this normal? I have the new i7 Mac mini.
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Mac mini fan always on?
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Yes, when the power is on, the fan in a mini is always running.
note: the fan motor is running on maglev bearings, so even on 24/7, the fan motor should last as long as the rest of the electronics.
note: the fan motor is running on maglev bearings, so even on 24/7, the fan motor should last as long as the rest of the electronics.
Thanks so much!Yes, when the power is on, the fan in a mini is always running.
note: the fan motor is running on maglev bearings, so even on 24/7, the fan motor should last as long as the rest of the electronics.