Introduction
Follow this guide to install a secondary 80mm fan in your Framework Desktop.
The Framework Desktop supports a 80mm fan with a standard 4-pin connector. For detailed fan requirements, click here.
The guide shows installing a Noctua NF-A8 80mm fan. If installing a different fan, mileage may vary.
This fan is completely optional. In thermal simulations, Framework saw that there wasn't a significant difference having the 80mm fan vs not.
What you need
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Before you begin repairs, shut down your desktop from the operating system and unplug it.
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Wait one minute before continuing to allow your Desktop to fully power down.
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Make sure your Framework Desktop Screwdriver has the Phillips #2 bit (labeled as PH2) facing outwards. If it's not, pull the bit out and flip it.
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Rotate the Handle's screw threads counterclockwise on both sides until it comes free.
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Remove the Handle.
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Use your finger to lift up the two D-rings on the Top Panel screws.
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Slide the Top Panel towards the rear of the computer to release the clips securing it to the chassis.
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Lift the Top Panel off the chassis and remove it.
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Use your fingers to pull the Front Panel off the magnets securing it to the chassis.
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Use your fingers to grip the top of the Right Panel and slide it upward to release its clips.
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Remove the Right Panel.
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While holding the Desktop steady, use your Framework Desktop Screwdriver to remove the eight 4.0 mm‑long Phillips screws securing the top plate.
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Lay the right side of the Desktop on your work surface so the Mainboard is facing upward.
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Orient the fan so its label is facing away from the chassis fan grille and the cable is pointing up.
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Insert the fan into the chassis and along the front plate, making sure that the screw holes in the chassis and the fan are aligned.
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Use your Framework Desktop Screwdriver to install the four screws securing the secondary fan.
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Orient the fan cable so its two vertical lines are facing you.
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Slide the fan cable over the four-pronged connector labeled "Sys Fan 2," making sure the orange label slots between the vertical lines.
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Move the fan cable underneath the heat sink and tuck it behind the silver screw post.
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Place the top plate on top of the Desktop, making sure it slots into the chassis so the orange circles are visible.
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While holding the Desktop steady, use your Framework Desktop Screwdriver to install the eight 4.0 mm‑long Phillips screws securing the top plate.
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Slide the Right Panel onto the right edge of the chassis, from top to bottom, and press it flat to ensure its clips are slotted into place.
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Push the Right Panel towards the base of the computer to engage the clips.
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Lay the bottom of the Front Panel on the small, protruding lip in the silver base to align its tabs.
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Press the Front Panel flat to the chassis and let it align to the magnets.
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Slide the Left Panel onto the left edge of the chassis and press it flat to ensure its clips are slotted into place.
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Push the Left Panel towards the base of the computer to close the gap and engage the clips.
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Orient the Top Panel so its arrow is pointing towards the rear of the computer.
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While holding the Top Panel at a slight downward angle, slide it across the top of the chassis (from rear to front) until you feel its clips catch.
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Lay the Top Panel flat on the chassis to align the remaining clips.
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Insert the top panel screw into its hole and twist clockwise until it feels snug.
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If you need help, contact Framework support.
