How to Add a Fan to the Raspberry Pi 4 for Proper Cooling (You Need One)
The Raspberry Pi 4 has been a hot topic since it's release—and no one knows that better than Jeff Geerling. In a recent blog post, Jeff reveals a serious issue that's impacting the performance of the Pi 4.
Be sure to also check out our guide on adding a Raspberry Pi fan that will turn itself on and off automatically!
Update 11/30/20: An official Raspberry Pi 4 case fan was recently released. This is ideal for anyone who wants to cool their Pi with name-brand hardware. It's specifically designed to fit the official Raspberry Pi 4 case, so if you're using this case you can order this fan instead—doing away with the need to drill a hole!
Raspberry Pi 4 Model B | × | 1 | ||
Official Raspberry Pi 4 case | × | 1 | ||
Pi-Fan Raspberry Pi fan | × | 1 | ||
Hole saw bit, 1-1/8" | × | 1 | ||
Cordless drill | × | 1 | ||
Drill bit, 7/64" | × | 1 |
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