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Can a Macbook Pro make a buzzing sound?

MacLover2011

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This morning, as I was working on my MacBook Pro, I heard a loud buzzing sound! I had no idea where it was coming from.
I was wondering if it might have been coming from my UPS device, or God forbid, my MacBook Pro!

I do have a basement subpump system. And it's been going on and off. But it didn't sound like this!!!

wacky question, I know! LOL
 
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Yes, it could make a buzzing sound. Probably the fan. Check out

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You can search for the guide for your specific model to see if you want to try to replace or clean the fan.
 
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if you have dust around the vents, then it can definitely be the fans since that's the only mechanical piece of the MBP. A buzzing sound doesn't sound like any normal notification sound that I've heard on the MBP, but perhaps some app you were using?
 
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By design I don't think any computer is supposed to make a buzzing sound...but over the years I'm sure many of us have heard computer sounds that probably not supposed to be there.

Sometimes this can be due to a design issue...or an age issue (older computer)...as parts start to wear or get dirty.

A more recent example...when I was reading reviews/watching You Tube review videos...there were some complaints about an unusual sound coming from the M1 Mac Studio (whining/buzzing). Some users said they experienced it...others did not.

So I would say yes...always possible a sound like buzzing can happen...but hopefully not designed to do it. Lol

Nick
 

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