Is the 306 quiet? Are there any issues with excessive noise?
1747164
It's extremely quiet. The bubbles from the sponge filter I run is the only noise in the room. Once it's running and all the air is out (a minute or 2), there is NO noticeable sound from the unit at all. The outlet back into the tank has the ability to have some sound (as a running strem) if you don't put it under the surface far enough. I have mine about 4" under and there is no sound from it either.
1091731
We have it in a small laundry room, so noise is not a factor. I just checked it and it is very quiet. Hope this helps.
1439480
It's not noisy but not perfectly quiet. Just a low humming sound. I have used it in my bedroom and it did not keep my awake but some people are more sensitive to sounds than others.
600740
It's no louder or quieter than any other PC workstation. I only really notice the sound when I log into the unit, reboot it, or access files on it.
746615
I find it very quiet, and the noise it does make is subtle and not grating. I have other brands that are much louder and didn't cost that much less; I recommend this one. Note: it's tall - elevated my laptop noticeably, which works well for me in terms of more comfortable using the keyboard (it's the thinnest & flattest laptop I've ever owned), but something to keep in mind.
1241199
The laptop is fairly quiet general. When doing light tasks like email and MS Office work it is very quiet. It isn't silent but I wouldn't consider it loud as normal office/home noise will easily drown it out. When working on more demanding tasks the cooling fan kicks in and the noise is a bit more noticeable. Really at no point have I thought the noise excessive or distracting.
2077273
The one I purchased and installed is relatively quiet. I don't notice any noise. I'm happy with the purchase.
1688083
It was quiet within a normal home environment. If you have special requirements, you'd better get input from someone who uses it with no background noise.
1490154
I would say around average. It isn't quiet but I have heard worse. If you are doing a lot of chatting, and quiet is your main selling point. I would probably look for another. Still like the keyboard, but I don't have many worries on how noisy it is.
1613911
I've found the fan noise to be similar to other ultrabook-style laptops if I'm using it intensively. It's not excessively loud, but it is noticeable, especially if you're sensitive to higher frequency noises.
6167
We have not had any problems since it was installed. I m mildly dissappointed that it is not quieter, but all in all I am satified.
1796888
No more than any other one I have owned, I would not say its quiet, but on par with other low priced vacs:-)
1793781
Yes it is quiet compared to other models I have had in the past. Works real well too!
109390
the 600's have no noise issues -- and no fans inside. Dead quiet. Very nice lights. The 900's are also really nice.I own 2 - 900's and 2 - 600's. Great for Interviews and green screen work. You will need color correction filters for indoor work.
771197
Define "really loud." Mine makes a noticeable noise throughout its entire on-cycle, but it is slightly louder on start-up. If I had to compare the running noise, though, I'd say slightly above desktop fan and slightly below window fan. It's not "whisper-quiet," that's for sure. But, the 'white noise' effect is somewhat soothing, I find. That's just me, though. I hope this helps!
1880865
I think it is definitely quieter than other models. I have had 2 other machines and this one is decidedly quieter, not silent but more of a medium soft buzz.
1458127
I have not used it indoors but the fans are not loud at all. The sound definitely drowns it out. I ham still very happy with it, we have used it several times.. No complaints