Graphics card whining noise

[JW1993]

I've just noticed my Gigabyte GTX 460 is making a whining noise on load. I'm guessing its a capacitor maybe?

What do I do, anything/nothing?

Thanks

 

[3vil Tom]

Depends, could be bearings on the fan going. Does this happen when its under load as well?

 

[JW1993]

Yeah this is under load, not 100% though. I've only noticed because the sound was muted

 

[Scuzzy]

Is it a screeching sound??

 

[Randomface74]

check for misplaced cats

 

[Mean Mr Mustard]

It's likely to be capacitor whine if it's only happening on load.

It's generally thought to be irritating but nothing to worry about.

 

[Randomface74]

catpacitor