Which CPU fan model for HP s5310y slimline desktop?

I have a very noisy tic-tic-tic noise coming from one of my CPU fans. I cleaned the dust but see that the fan appears to be defective, as it's sliding horizontally out of place somewhat. In fact, if I tilt my machine and allow gravity to work its magic, the fan slides to where it should be rotating and the noise stops. Therefore, I think I need to replace the fan. The machine is less than a year old and works really well besides this one flaw.

Can someone tell me which model of CPU fan I need and where I can buy it online? I'm not much of a tech gal, so any help would be appreciated.

Thanks!

Reply 1 : Which CPU fan model for HP s5310y slimline desktop?

But I will write how I replace such fans.

I pull the fan out and note if it's some 3 pin or 4 pin connection. Then I look at newegg.com, geeks.com for something close. Then I get out my ruler to measure my fan and compare it to the units I found. One last step is to see if the Voltage is the same (within a volt is fine for fans.)

Hope this helps,
Bob

Reply 2 : Which CPU fan model for HP s5310y slimline desktop?

Thanks, Bob; I will give that a shot when I am ready to replace.

From other research I've done online, I've also determined that based on my processor (AMD Athlon II x 2 250), I'll need a "socket AM3" and some thermal grease to allow for some heat transference.

Best,
Chrissy

Reply 3 : Which CPU fan model for HP s5310y slimline desktop?

The case fan is retained by a screw and a metal clip, Try reseating the fan, noticing how it just clips in, and is held by the single screw. http://h10032.www1.hp.com/ctg/Manual/c01949721.pdf
Section: Removing and replacing system fan