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Framework Desktop Fan Installation

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    1. Framework Desktop Fan Installation, Insert the fan: step 1, image 1 of 3 Framework Desktop Fan Installation, Insert the fan: step 1, image 2 of 3 Framework Desktop Fan Installation, Insert the fan: step 1, image 3 of 3
      • Orient the fan so its label is facing downward and the cable(s) is pointing towards the top of the computer.

      • If your fan has an arrow indicating airflow direction, make sure it's pointed towards the heatsink.

      • If you're using a different fan, orient it such that the fan is blowing towards the heatsink, not away.

      • Lay the fan on top of the heatsink, making sure the cables are routed so they poke out of the hole on the top of the computer.

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    2. Framework Desktop Fan Installation: step 2, image 1 of 3 Framework Desktop Fan Installation: step 2, image 2 of 3 Framework Desktop Fan Installation: step 2, image 3 of 3
      • If the cables aren't routed properly, lift the fan up slightly and use your fingers to reposition the cables over the side of the heatsink.

      • If you're installing an RGB fan, make sure the "male" end of the RGB cable is covered and set aside in the corner of the chassis.

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    3. Framework Desktop Fan Installation, Insert the fan duct: step 3, image 1 of 2 Framework Desktop Fan Installation, Insert the fan duct: step 3, image 2 of 2
      • Lay the fan duct on top of the fan with the lip facing upward.

      • Align the screw holes on the fan duct with the ones on the fan.

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    4. Framework Desktop Fan Installation, Install the fan screws: step 4, image 1 of 2 Framework Desktop Fan Installation, Install the fan screws: step 4, image 2 of 2
      • Use your Framework Desktop Screwdriver to install the four 27.3 mm‑long screws securing the fan and fan duct.

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    5. Framework Desktop Fan Installation, Connect the fan: step 5, image 1 of 2 Framework Desktop Fan Installation, Connect the fan: step 5, image 2 of 2
      • Orient the main fan cable so its two vertical lines are facing you.

      • Slide the main fan cable over the four-pronged connector labeled "APU Fan," making sure the orange label slots between the vertical lines.

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    6. Framework Desktop Fan Installation, Connect the RGB cable: step 6, image 1 of 3 Framework Desktop Fan Installation, Connect the RGB cable: step 6, image 2 of 3 Framework Desktop Fan Installation, Connect the RGB cable: step 6, image 3 of 3
      • If you aren't using an RGB fan, then skip this step.

      • Orient the RGB cable so the arrow is on the right side of the connector.

      • Use your fingers to slide the RGB cable over the three pronged connector located to the right of the "APU Fan" connector.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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