New MBP louder than new MB

[PedroQ]

Hey guys,

Just bought both the unibody MBP and MB (for my brother), and I noticed my MBP's HD is a lot louder when idle than my brother's MB.

Does the bigger size mean more noise, or do you think I might have a faulty HD?

It will also start clicking once in a while, like every 10 seconds.

I know this is a common issue out there, but i'm just afraid I'd be returning it for nothing.

Just wish it was as silent as the MB though...

All answers are welcome,

Thanks

 

[kastenbrust]

The bigger size makes no difference to the noise at all, the most important factor is the RPM of the drive, however if its unbearably loud just take it to a mac store and they'll pop a new one in for you

 

[PedroQ]

The bigger size makes no difference to the noise at all, the most important factor is the RPM of the drive, however if its unbearably loud just take it to a mac store and they'll pop a new one in for you

Thank you.

It's not unbearable at all, but because I work in a silent room a lot, it becomes a bit annoying after a while.

This is my third mac laptop and I never had a similar issue.

BTW, it's the stock 250 GB 5400RPM from Hitachi.