The fan on my uber-hip, 1gHz, Ubuntu, Gateway laptop just died. While I admit it makes for a quieter computing experience, any bets on how long before the heat fries everything? Just when I got it all set up nice and everything.
Yes, I did try giving it a whack to see if that would start it back up. It didn’t. I think it’s really broke.
I could replace it for $50! Or $15 on Ebay. Is it worth it? Really?
Anyone got an old laptop they want to get rid of?
UPDATE: Not to worry, everyone! A little elective surgery cleared out a dust bunny the size of Toledo that completely jammed up the fan. Phew. Tragedy averted.
Not So Fast 
phew…i’m so happy for you. that sucked.
Yeah, it was worrisome there for a while.
am i familiar with said laptop? should it just be thrown away?