Compaq Presario CQ5110Y Desk: Change a computer fan

Hello. My Compaq Presario desktop computer, product #KY821AA, is 7 years old and not under warranty. I have no technical expertise, but I don't change another fan in the computer, which was easy to access.

In my view, that the fan in the computer case power supply area must be changed. It is making considerable noise on a regular basis, which it did not before. My questions are the following:

(1) is there a link to a video or a website that could show me how to open the my computer power supply area (I already know how to open the case on the side of the computer)?

(2) if I can get into the power supply area, I have to take the power supply on and bring it to a store to get a new or would it be easier to just replace the computer fan in the power supply area, which is the only reason why I want to go to the power supply area.

Thank you.

Margo1

If you notice, the PSU (Power Supply Unit) in the PC is locked up in a case of steel mesh.

There is a very good reason for it.  Inside of this case are capacitors that store a LOT of current, so that if you accidentally touch one, you could easily be electrocuted!  If not killed, you risk very severe electric burns.

Leave the only PSU case and replace the power supply with a new - what is much safer.

Good luck

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