Noise (not the fan)

Hey
so, i just picked up my macbook pro from the table after going to get a drink
now, there is this rumbling noise coming from around under the power button/delete key area...it sounds like a remote conrol car turne on its back, when the wheels are spinng (yes, thats the best comparison I could think of)
anyone have any ideas what this may be?
thanks

Is it this sound?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lm_gfeeORK8&mode=related&search=
I believe if it is, (I'm sure someone will correct me if I'm totally wrong) it is a problem with something called the screen inverter and I'm actually gonna quote homertime33:
"... Apple has recognized this problem - a loud buzzing noise which is variable across different screen brightness settings - and has a definitive solution - replacing the screen inverter."
Good luck.
P.S. It actually does sound like a remote control car turned on it's back

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