Here is a li st of parts I recommend or used. These may go out of stock or the links may die altogether over time. But I hope this helps further. *LINKS:* *Best replacement* - www.battery-adapter.com/product_info.php/products_id/4182/vPredator+Helios+300+PH317-53?gclid=Cj0KCQiA0-6ABhDMARIsAFVdQv8-bJ1WnpGc2zGSPSSSCBrvRSZt6KUUqtQw9K9aksr2-bOc1fj8D0UaAgGwEALw_wcB *Part used* - amzn.to/3c2ZYTJ *Walmart link* - www.walmart.com/ip/Acer-Predator-Helios-300-PH315-52-Right-Cooling-Fan-23-Q5MN4-002/731119321
@@hotline8ling I have a hunch that it will still work as the PH315 matches and I think the second set of numbers varies based on the options and year. I have other videos of performing a fan swap, if you click my channel then click videos you will find all of them. It may help you identify yours and disassembly to the point of verifying that it will or will not work. Assuming your laptop is out of warranty, finding the exact fit or part can be challenging. Even with my swap I got a fan that was not for this generation laptop but it still works, and it has a higher (by around 3%) thermal signature, and more limited top fan speed. But those were trade offs I was willing to deal with considering that machine and the use case (for my son). Hope thats helpful, also I take an approach to maximize the ratio of [ risk | dollar spend | results ] and I find that often my risk tolerances are higher than many peoples but that is based on my years as a pc tech.
I have the same laptop and was making that noise in the beginning of the video - just ordered a replacement today - hopefully I can install it - thanks for the video!!
i've had this Helios 300 PH315-52 for a bunch of years now and the gpu fan quit.. i ordered new fans for gpu and cpu ($30). i appreciate these vidz you made so I have some idea how to install them.. hopefully it goes smooth.
Hey just saw this video and very helpful with some great information. I am also having same noise issue with my laptop and my question is there way that i could but any other gpu fan if so then any recommendations please. Thankyou so much🙏
Just a note for anyone else having this issue; you can disassemble the fan box, and when you do, you will see that the fan rotor is not really connected to its motor - it just sits on a spindle and is kept in place by the motor's magnetism. If you lift the rotor up, clean out the dust on the vanes and add some light grease or sewing machine oil to the spindle it might work without needing a replacement. Also, be VERY careful with the rotor fan vanes - they are fragile and if you bend the metal it is impossible to bend them back such that they remain balanced and you therefore get a noisy fan rattle at speed. Oh, and not so much oil that it leaks out, as then it becomes a dust magnet - just a dab. Edit: found a link: ua-cam.com/video/Q5X1wWpN-QI/v-deo.html But don't forget to disconnect the battery before you disconnect anything from the motherboard; some fans run for a while after the CPU turns off, so their power port may be powered even when the laptop is off, which in turn means you can blow the circuit just by manually reconnecting it unless you remove the battery connection first!
What fans do I buy for this computer? I have the same exact computer and have the same exact problem. and what’s funny is literally the same exact noise is coming out of my computer.
@@JamesHeigh okay thank you so much ☺️. Areoblade fan wasnt available so i have to put the plastic one. But it definitely made me feel after your replied.
@@JamesHeigh so i did put plastic fan it works but tbh the fan rpm was about 6000 now it can go max is 3000 or a little more than. Do you think i should be concerned or its fins
@@4x-square222 I had a similar experience, the max was nerfed but it still cooled fine. Its been a couple years now and that computer will only have issues during the summer no ac gaming. Otherwise its still fine. And the condition of overheating is basically thermal throttling so you will not get full performance but the equipment is still protected for the most part. Some people are really scared about how it affects the longevity of the chip and board but most of the time you will replace for other reasons before having an actual failure. This is a risk but for me and for the cost it was worth it. So you just have to decide if that risk is valid for you. Another thought, this is a great way to get by then replace with the OEM later on if you are still worried about it.
@@twitchtherocket6192 yes hmm. This rules out going for the wrong plug on the board and that the board has some short or other issue. Maybe the voltages are wrong but I can’t think of much else.
In my country. At this time only normal fan available (not aeroblade 3D) with same size and v/w. Should I use that as permanent solution??? Please reply
So I Have Been Having Some Noise and slight Heat Issues. I want To Get The OEM Fan But I'm Having A Hard Time Finding It. All I Can Find Is The FCN Brand, Is That Any Good? I have a ph315-51-78NP.
All I have found is what is pinned in another video, I have no exposure to FCN brand. Depending on the price its probably worth a try, The stock aeroblade only last from 12 to 18 months of typical use.
In theory it could aid in directing the airflow and help with creating negative pressure in the chassis which helps cool the other components and motherboard. Not much difference from my experience.
Hello! I am in very much need of help, so if you could offer me some advice I would be very grateful. Firstly, I have to appologise for the long message and hope that you will respond to it, as I feel I pretty much reached a dead end with my research regarding this problem: My Acer Predator Helios 300 PH317-52 GPU fan started around a few months ago to make make a scratching sound and vibration with it. Scratching sound and vibration becomes more unnoticeable when fans run full speed, but after a while after turning them off these problems come back. I also have to mention that overheating is not a problem so far, temperatures seem to be as if the fans work normal, it's just these indicators of scratchy noise and vibration that could indicate a hardware failure or who knows what 3 months ago, I went with the laptop on a service. They cleaned the fans, repasted, and oiled them, but all they were able to tell me is that, even if GPU fan is problematic, both fans should be replaced as soon as possible. The day I went on service was April 30th, and everything was smooth again, no sound whatsoever, no vibration, until around June 11th, when these problems once again came back. Lately I was looking for replacement fans, and the best I could find are some fans that I'm not sure if they are original or not, and they specify they are for PH317-52 (my laptop model), but some websites specify it's for GTX 1060 models (my GPU is RTX 2060) Now my questions would be: 1: Should I replace the fans or would it be any chance of still repairing them (I was thinking if maybe the guys from the service were a bit harsh) 2: If I am to replace the fans, is it really necesarilly to replace both of them as told on the service, even if CPU fan seems to work (and sound) just fine 3: If I am to replace fans, would the up mentioned type of fans be good for my specific laptop? Also, if helpfull in any way, sometimes integrated microphone doesn't work or works badly until I filp the laptop on its back and bring it back to normal position then, witch makes me suspect that the microphone problem could also be linked to the fan problem somehow.
Thanks for the comment! 1-When the fans wear out like this there is no viable service for the fans and they just need replaced. It’s a common issue with most fans to this day. 2-You can just replace the one fan at a time the only downside is when it happens later you will need to open it up again and the stock fans really only last a year on average. 3-I bet those fans will work just fine also cooling from 1060 to 2060 isn’t as big a deal as cooling the cpu so it should be fine there as well.
Are you sure that turning the fans around doesn't cause problems to the fans due to the way they're seated inside their tiny box? I've already opened my system mutliple times and cleaned the fans aswell, they're seated just by magnetic force and they fit in perfectly, if they're slightly off centered, or maybe, upside down, there's a chance you might start hearing worrisome noise
@@JamesHeigh i replaced the gpu fan yesterday and i'm just waiting for some heat resistant tape i ordered and i'll clean the cpu fan. The gpu fan needed to be replaced, even after cleaning it doesn't spin freely. The cpu fan still looks good it just needs to be cleaned but I need new tape first because once the tape is removed it's no good. I couldn't find the original tape so I ordered Kapton Thermal Insulation Shield Tape, it's orange color.. I think it should be fine.
Sorry for the delay, someone died and its been busy. Because you said this was accidentally unplugged I am thinking it must be the ribbon cable near the second NVMe drive? They normally have a hard blue “handle” at the business end. Those usually have some kind of latch system (lift, or slide pressure clip) If that was indeed the case you can open that latch then plug the cable back in then reapply the latch once the line (on the cable) is in place and covered or about a one mm away from the latch. If it is a white hard plug with actual wires it would be a different process. Let me know if that helps!
@@yuhyuh5748 thank you for your thoughts and prayers. Dudes celebration of life was incredible. Feel for the family (kid was 17) but they are persevering very well. Let me know if you are still stuck happy to help more!
That was the original airflow tape just re-used. It was thick though like the plastic in a blister packaging. So regular tape or electrical tape works too. Hope that helps.
So I have that excat computer and Im having fan issues as well. Ive caught it in time so it doesn't sound like a bricked up mosquito comming for my cheeks, but Its fuckin wobbly and will make a noise. Sometimes the wobble will effect the rpms to like half so I take it appart, bang the fucker with a hammer, put it back n let it run. works for a little bit but that sound is more apparent now. Is it too late for my fan or can I put wd40 on tissue and wipe the pillar that the fan spins on n call it quits? Or do I gotta find another aeroblade ?
@@JamesHeigh Lol, right now I’m looking on Amazon which fan to get though there’s so many companies. I might go ahead and get the CPU fan also just in case that hits the fan.
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Here is a li st of parts I recommend or used. These may go out of stock or the links may die altogether over time. But I hope this helps further.
*LINKS:*
*Best replacement* - www.battery-adapter.com/product_info.php/products_id/4182/vPredator+Helios+300+PH317-53?gclid=Cj0KCQiA0-6ABhDMARIsAFVdQv8-bJ1WnpGc2zGSPSSSCBrvRSZt6KUUqtQw9K9aksr2-bOc1fj8D0UaAgGwEALw_wcB
*Part used* - amzn.to/3c2ZYTJ
*Walmart link* - www.walmart.com/ip/Acer-Predator-Helios-300-PH315-52-Right-Cooling-Fan-23-Q5MN4-002/731119321
@roj gian
@@JamesHeigh My model is PH315-53RY. I don't see it on the fit models so would it still work?
@@hotline8ling I have a hunch that it will still work as the PH315 matches and I think the second set of numbers varies based on the options and year. I have other videos of performing a fan swap, if you click my channel then click videos you will find all of them. It may help you identify yours and disassembly to the point of verifying that it will or will not work. Assuming your laptop is out of warranty, finding the exact fit or part can be challenging. Even with my swap I got a fan that was not for this generation laptop but it still works, and it has a higher (by around 3%) thermal signature, and more limited top fan speed. But those were trade offs I was willing to deal with considering that machine and the use case (for my son). Hope thats helpful, also I take an approach to maximize the ratio of [ risk | dollar spend | results ] and I find that often my risk tolerances are higher than many peoples but that is based on my years as a pc tech.
Is this battery adapter website legit?
This is such a hidden gem channel for all the acer predator helios 2019 laptop users.
Thank you!
I have the same laptop and was making that noise in the beginning of the video - just ordered a replacement today - hopefully I can install it - thanks for the video!!
Sure thing glad it was a help!
@@JamesHeigh just installed it - like new again - it was making crazy noises for a long time - I used to bang on it to make em stop - lol
@@Imunderpar4win yes so happy I was able to help in some way!!
Thanks for this video. Helped me replace the GPU fan on my Helios 300 ph315-52-710b which had started to get noisy. Pretty straightforward!
Sweet thanks for the comment!
More Helios 2019 Content!!!! Awesome work!
Thank you 🙏
I've been waiting for this 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Thanks for hanging in there!!
same model mine barely starting to rattle regreased and helped
Did you degrease the fan?
@@JamesHeigh removed the fan off the housing it’s magnetic , cleaned smoke residue off then greased the pin good as new
i've had this Helios 300 PH315-52 for a bunch of years now and the gpu fan quit.. i ordered new fans for gpu and cpu ($30). i appreciate these vidz you made so I have some idea how to install them.. hopefully it goes smooth.
Good luck!
Hey just saw this video and very helpful with some great information. I am also having same noise issue with my laptop and my question is there way that i could but any other gpu fan if so then any recommendations please.
Thankyou so much🙏
I found an off brand links in the pinned comment.
It’s been… since 2020 since I got mine and it sounds EXACTLY like this one in the video- (watching so I can fix it xD)
It’s super common which sucks. But happy this could help.
@@JamesHeigh Yes! I replaced it a few days ago and it’s been working normally again! The video really helped
Just a note for anyone else having this issue; you can disassemble the fan box, and when you do, you will see that the fan rotor is not really connected to its motor - it just sits on a spindle and is kept in place by the motor's magnetism. If you lift the rotor up, clean out the dust on the vanes and add some light grease or sewing machine oil to the spindle it might work without needing a replacement. Also, be VERY careful with the rotor fan vanes - they are fragile and if you bend the metal it is impossible to bend them back such that they remain balanced and you therefore get a noisy fan rattle at speed. Oh, and not so much oil that it leaks out, as then it becomes a dust magnet - just a dab.
Edit: found a link: ua-cam.com/video/Q5X1wWpN-QI/v-deo.html
But don't forget to disconnect the battery before you disconnect anything from the motherboard; some fans run for a while after the CPU turns off, so their power port may be powered even when the laptop is off, which in turn means you can blow the circuit just by manually reconnecting it unless you remove the battery connection first!
Did you just put the old tape back on? If its not sticky enough anymore what kind of tape will work? Is it required? Thanks
Mine was not sticky after the service and I just used scotch tape. It has worked for over a yeah now.
What fans do I buy for this computer? I have the same exact computer and have the same exact problem. and what’s funny is literally the same exact noise is coming out of my computer.
Bro i swear I thought he had mine how close it sounded
I added you to the pinned comment it has the parts I used.
yo dude, what screwdriver set do u have?? i'm looking 2 get into my predator helios and clean out the fans and stuff
Mine is now an ifixit set. I had a pinned comment with a link on one of these vids. Let me know if you want the link.
I have the 2022 version. Would I fix it the same way? Mine is making the exact same sound. Would I use the same parts as well?
Process will be similar but it’s likely a different part.
Hey i wanted to ask what if i change my areoblade fan with plastic one will it really affect my laptop?
It cools a little less effectively but it works really good for the price.
@@JamesHeigh okay thank you so much ☺️. Areoblade fan wasnt available so i have to put the plastic one. But it definitely made me feel after your replied.
@@JamesHeigh so i did put plastic fan it works but tbh the fan rpm was about 6000 now it can go max is 3000 or a little more than. Do you think i should be concerned or its fins
@@4x-square222 I had a similar experience, the max was nerfed but it still cooled fine. Its been a couple years now and that computer will only have issues during the summer no ac gaming. Otherwise its still fine. And the condition of overheating is basically thermal throttling so you will not get full performance but the equipment is still protected for the most part. Some people are really scared about how it affects the longevity of the chip and board but most of the time you will replace for other reasons before having an actual failure. This is a risk but for me and for the cost it was worth it. So you just have to decide if that risk is valid for you.
Another thought, this is a great way to get by then replace with the OEM later on if you are still worried about it.
Any ideas why my gpu fan replacement isnt responding? Its connected fine, but its unresponsive.
Like the fan won’t spin by system power? Can you spin it with your fingers?
Yes i can spin it its brand new part, but when i load up it doesnt spin at all
@@twitchtherocket6192 it sounds like some connection issue. Maybe try the old fan to see if it still spins plugged in.
Yea the old fan spins still grinding lol.. so i guess the fan replacement isnt compatible? But it is specifically for ph315-17 hmm
@@twitchtherocket6192 yes hmm. This rules out going for the wrong plug on the board and that the board has some short or other issue. Maybe the voltages are wrong but I can’t think of much else.
The same issue happened to me and I just cleaned and wash the fans and yeah. Works like new
That’s great! More often it is a part failure as was the case with mine and several others.
@@JamesHeigh I know it's a year ago but are you going to upload a video replacing the thermal paste?
@@rainerjoshuamarasigan6753 That would be a very good upload. I think I will do that in the next few weeks.
@@JamesHeigh Awesome I'd love to see that
@@rainerjoshuamarasigan6753 XD I forgot I already made one! 2019 Acer Predator Thermal Repast | Solve acer heat issues
ua-cam.com/video/LqnA6ylqnvU/v-deo.html
Are the fans of the Predator Helios Neo 16 the same with the Helios 300 fan?
I have not seen the neo 16 yet not sure.
In my country. At this time only normal fan available (not aeroblade 3D) with same size and v/w.
Should I use that as permanent solution???
Please reply
I made that same choice and it worked just fine. I used the non stock fan for a few years now!
So I Have Been Having Some Noise and slight Heat Issues. I want To Get The OEM Fan But I'm Having A Hard Time Finding It. All I Can Find Is The FCN Brand, Is That Any Good? I have a ph315-51-78NP.
All I have found is what is pinned in another video, I have no exposure to FCN brand. Depending on the price its probably worth a try, The stock aeroblade only last from 12 to 18 months of typical use.
Do I use the thermal paste ever?
@@abhorrence yeah it’s a good idea every few years.
Is the tape that useful other than keepin the whole thing together?
maybe it keeps the dust away from the internals once it gets out of the rotating fans
In theory it could aid in directing the airflow and help with creating negative pressure in the chassis which helps cool the other components and motherboard. Not much difference from my experience.
is this a 15inch or 17inch model?
15”
@@JamesHeigh thanks. Appreciate how you're still giving replies even after one year of posting the video. Keep it up🙌
Hello! I am in very much need of help, so if you could offer me some advice I would be very grateful. Firstly, I have to appologise for the long message and hope that you will respond to it, as I feel I pretty much reached a dead end with my research regarding this problem:
My Acer Predator Helios 300 PH317-52 GPU fan started around a few months ago to make make a scratching sound and vibration with it. Scratching sound and vibration becomes more unnoticeable when fans run full speed, but after a while after turning them off these problems come back. I also have to mention that overheating is not a problem so far, temperatures seem to be as if the fans work normal, it's just these indicators of scratchy noise and vibration that could indicate a hardware failure or who knows what
3 months ago, I went with the laptop on a service. They cleaned the fans, repasted, and oiled them, but all they were able to tell me is that, even if GPU fan is problematic, both fans should be replaced as soon as possible. The day I went on service was April 30th, and everything was smooth again, no sound whatsoever, no vibration, until around June 11th, when these problems once again came back.
Lately I was looking for replacement fans, and the best I could find are some fans that I'm not sure if they are original or not, and they specify they are for PH317-52 (my laptop model), but some websites specify it's for GTX 1060 models (my GPU is RTX 2060)
Now my questions would be:
1: Should I replace the fans or would it be any chance of still repairing them (I was thinking if maybe the guys from the service were a bit harsh)
2: If I am to replace the fans, is it really necesarilly to replace both of them as told on the service, even if CPU fan seems to work (and sound) just fine
3: If I am to replace fans, would the up mentioned type of fans be good for my specific laptop?
Also, if helpfull in any way, sometimes integrated microphone doesn't work or works badly until I filp the laptop on its back and bring it back to normal position then, witch makes me suspect that the microphone problem could also be linked to the fan problem somehow.
Thanks for the comment!
1-When the fans wear out like this there is no viable service for the fans and they just need replaced. It’s a common issue with most fans to this day.
2-You can just replace the one fan at a time the only downside is when it happens later you will need to open it up again and the stock fans really only last a year on average.
3-I bet those fans will work just fine also cooling from 1060 to 2060 isn’t as big a deal as cooling the cpu so it should be fine there as well.
Are you sure that turning the fans around doesn't cause problems to the fans due to the way they're seated inside their tiny box? I've already opened my system mutliple times and cleaned the fans aswell, they're seated just by magnetic force and they fit in perfectly, if they're slightly off centered, or maybe, upside down, there's a chance you might start hearing worrisome noise
Yes it’s possible but it spins the right direction since it’s inverted. I understand the concern but so far it works totally fine.
Where did u buy the gpu fan because i need to buy one as well
I added you to the pinned comment where the parts i recommend are located. Let me know if you see it or not.
@@JamesHeigh can you add me to the pin as well? thanks!
@@PUNGLENHULK will do
@@JamesHeigh can you add me too?
that's the same problem i'm having, i heard the buzzing noise and then it stopped and i just realized the gpu fan isn't working.
I have several comments like this. Those og fans are having issues.
@@JamesHeigh i replaced the gpu fan yesterday and i'm just waiting for some heat resistant tape i ordered and i'll clean the cpu fan. The gpu fan needed to be replaced, even after cleaning it doesn't spin freely. The cpu fan still looks good it just needs to be cleaned but I need new tape first because once the tape is removed it's no good. I couldn't find the original tape so I ordered Kapton Thermal Insulation Shield Tape, it's orange color.. I think it should be fine.
@do5e kapton tape should work great.
I accidentally unplugged little white cord next to fan do you know how to plug it back in?
Sorry for the delay, someone died and its been busy. Because you said this was accidentally unplugged I am thinking it must be the ribbon cable near the second NVMe drive? They normally have a hard blue “handle” at the business end. Those usually have some kind of latch system (lift, or slide pressure clip) If that was indeed the case you can open that latch then plug the cable back in then reapply the latch once the line (on the cable) is in place and covered or about a one mm away from the latch. If it is a white hard plug with actual wires it would be a different process. Let me know if that helps!
@@JamesHeigh Thank you so much! You are a truly amazing person. I’m sorry for your loss my prayers are with you. Have a amazing day!
@@yuhyuh5748 thank you for your thoughts and prayers. Dudes celebration of life was incredible. Feel for the family (kid was 17) but they are persevering very well.
Let me know if you are still stuck happy to help more!
Same my acer predator helio neo 16 make this type of sound
Where did you get that GPU fan? I need one as well
I will @ you in the comment!
What was the black tape that you used ?
That was the original airflow tape just re-used. It was thick though like the plastic in a blister packaging. So regular tape or electrical tape works too. Hope that helps.
Where you buy fan aeroblade?
I atted you in the pinned comment for parts.
So I have that excat computer and Im having fan issues as well. Ive caught it in time so it doesn't sound like a bricked up mosquito comming for my cheeks, but Its fuckin wobbly and will make a noise. Sometimes the wobble will effect the rpms to like half so I take it appart, bang the fucker with a hammer, put it back n let it run. works for a little bit but that sound is more apparent now. Is it too late for my fan or can I put wd40 on tissue and wipe the pillar that the fan spins on n call it quits? Or do I gotta find another aeroblade ?
I have never actually tried wd40 on a pc fan. But I’m guessing it won’t help. I would replace the fan. Fan sound description is 👌
Mine sounds like a model airplane to.
We could start a club
clean the damn dust before you put the fan back will you... it hurts to see that!
Haha I did I promise!
Literally have the same issue and everything literally the same exact issue like 1:1 ratio lol
Haha that’s awesome!
@@JamesHeigh Lol, right now I’m looking on Amazon which fan to get though there’s so many companies. I might go ahead and get the CPU fan also just in case that hits the fan.
@@JamesHeigh Do you remember where you bought yours?
Oh wait I’m blind