My AIO makes a rattling sound or bubbling sound, how can I fix this?
A rattling or bubbling sound usually indicates that air bubbles are trapped in the system. Please try these steps to help dislodge any air bubbles:
- Gently tilt the case while the system is on.
Tilting the case can help move air bubbles out of the pump. Avoid abrupt movements, tapping the pump, and do not apply excessive force. - Temporarily increase the pump speed to 100%.
You can restart your PC to start the pump’s automatic self-bleeding cycle. Alternatively, you can increase the pump speed through the BIOS or via fan control software. The extra speed can help with releasing trapped air. - Ramp through the RPM range.
Go through different PWM ranges through the BIOS or via fan control software.
If the noise persists, please contact our support team and include a recording of the sound.
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