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CPU

If you are not using a SoC CPU like a Raspberry Pi, use a fourth side panel in that assembly section and skip this page.

Overview

Overview

Materials

Parts Qty Note
M3 x 6mm machine screws 8
M3 x 15mm machine screws 4 May substitute 14mm.
Raspberry Pi 4B 1
40mm x 10mm Axial Fan 1
RPi Universal Tray w 40mm Fan - HSI.stl 1
Parts Qty Note
M3 x 6mm machine screws 4
M3 x 8mm machine screws 4
M3 x 15mm machine screws 4 May substitute 14mm.
40mm x 10mm Axial Fan 1
Compatible SoC CPU 1
RPi Universal Tray with 40mm Fan.stl 1

Warning: M3 x 16mm screws

If you must use M3 x 16mm screws for the 40mm fan, do not overtighten or you may deform the outer panel surface.

Directions

Position the fan.

1) Orient the 40mm fan. Take into account both airflow direction and the location of the fan's wiring.

Secure the fan.

2) Fasten the fan in place with four (4) M3 x 15mm screws.

Orient the Raspberry Pi.

3) Place the Raspberry Pi on the CPU tray with the headers facing away from the fan.

Secure the Raspberry Pi.

4) Fasten with four (4) M3 x 6mm screws. The holes are for M2.5 screws but will bore out easily for M3 screws.

Insert the CPU tray.

5) Slide the assembly into the case. The front CPU bays offer more room for connectors, but any CPU bay work.

Secure the tray.

6) Install with four screws.
HSI: M3 x 6mm
Stock: M3 x 8mm

Reference

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