Do Sky+HD boxes make a noise

[benhunt]

I recently subscribed to SKY, i have noticed that if i have the volume low on the telly i can hear the Sky box make an annoying noise.
Does anyone know if these boxes have fans in to cool it down like computers and xbox's????

[.: JaCkPoT :.]

I recently subscribed to SKY, i have noticed that if i have the volume low on the telly i can hear the Sky box make an annoying noise.
Does anyone know if these boxes have fans in to cool it down like computers and xbox's????

Its the HardDrive

[kevmcfc]

My Sky + box maks a slight buzzing noise?

[WOBBLEE]

Sky+ noises

The noises are normal for the box as it contains a hard drive which stores your recorded programmes, planned recordings etc. Mine tends to make the same amount of noise as my desk-top pc

[benhunt]

thanks all for your help. its just a little annoying, but something ill get used to and soon forget about it. just wanted someone else to confirm it wasnt just MY box !! thanks again

[Sattalk]

Tip: Place a tea towel or rubber mat under the box, its stops the box vibrating and helps with the noise.

Does not effect the air vents so may help.

Regards

[rarestg]

It all depends on the hard drive you install. You can swap it out.

[jamespowell69]

there is the fan also. Hope your model doesnt have a mind of its own like mine as i have to reboot it quite often as it fails to record due to no signal and its always when ur not there and its a series

[Rusty!]

Anytime and the 30mins rewind mean the box's HDD is always on the go.