From 790cc003c66b900aa74f317c73411b3c153a61a9 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Jacob Kauffmann Date: Mon, 9 Mar 2026 11:30:50 -0600 Subject: [PATCH] thelio-mira-r4-n4: Corrections & additions * Remove incorrect alternate name for pump header * Update port info to reflect new front port board * Add side dust filter & fan replacement info --- src/models/thelio-mira-r4-n4/README.md | 13 +++- .../img/side-fan-cables.webp | 3 + .../img/side-fan-panel-screws.webp | 3 + .../img/side-fan-screws.webp | 3 + src/models/thelio-mira-r4-n4/repairs.md | 77 +++++++++++++++++-- 5 files changed, 89 insertions(+), 10 deletions(-) create mode 100644 src/models/thelio-mira-r4-n4/img/side-fan-cables.webp create mode 100644 src/models/thelio-mira-r4-n4/img/side-fan-panel-screws.webp create mode 100644 src/models/thelio-mira-r4-n4/img/side-fan-screws.webp diff --git a/src/models/thelio-mira-r4-n4/README.md b/src/models/thelio-mira-r4-n4/README.md index 7584b3e1..315a750f 100644 --- a/src/models/thelio-mira-r4-n4/README.md +++ b/src/models/thelio-mira-r4-n4/README.md @@ -85,7 +85,12 @@ The System76 Thelio Mira is a desktop with the following specifications: - [Lian Li SP850](https://lian-li.com/product/sp850/) - [Thermaltake Toughpower Platinum (PS-STP-0850FNFAPU-1)](https://thermaltakeusa.com/products/toughpower-sfx-platinum-850w-tt-premium-edition-ps-stp-0850fnfapu-1) - Sound - - 3.5mm line out, line in, microphone jacks + - Back: + - 3.5mm line out + - 3.5mm mic in + - S/PDIF digital audio out + - Front: + - 3.5mm combo jack - Up to 7.1-channel audio output - Realtek ALC1220 audio chipset - HDMI, DisplayPort, USB-C DisplayPort audio (depending on GPU) @@ -100,8 +105,8 @@ The System76 Thelio Mira is a desktop with the following specifications: - 2x USB4 Type-C - 4x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A - 6x USB 2.0 Type-A - - Top ports: - - 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 - - 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A + - Front ports: + - 1x USB 3.2 Gen ? + - 2x USB 3.2 Gen ? Type-A - Dimensions - 44.0cm × 25.4cm × 38.4cm diff --git a/src/models/thelio-mira-r4-n4/img/side-fan-cables.webp b/src/models/thelio-mira-r4-n4/img/side-fan-cables.webp new file mode 100644 index 00000000..c43a6580 --- /dev/null +++ b/src/models/thelio-mira-r4-n4/img/side-fan-cables.webp @@ -0,0 +1,3 @@ +version https://git-lfs.github.com/spec/v1 +oid sha256:c5bd40076b2e4b51d85019a0b0f40c648868eba9375b7bfedd75e95d0e68e143 +size 588978 diff --git a/src/models/thelio-mira-r4-n4/img/side-fan-panel-screws.webp b/src/models/thelio-mira-r4-n4/img/side-fan-panel-screws.webp new file mode 100644 index 00000000..11093eae --- /dev/null +++ b/src/models/thelio-mira-r4-n4/img/side-fan-panel-screws.webp @@ -0,0 +1,3 @@ +version https://git-lfs.github.com/spec/v1 +oid sha256:b4727c8e7826fd82039ae4c61d013d386a214f30c0e3e8a339a0bf0d77f2cf60 +size 968742 diff --git a/src/models/thelio-mira-r4-n4/img/side-fan-screws.webp b/src/models/thelio-mira-r4-n4/img/side-fan-screws.webp new file mode 100644 index 00000000..fbe99c46 --- /dev/null +++ b/src/models/thelio-mira-r4-n4/img/side-fan-screws.webp @@ -0,0 +1,3 @@ +version https://git-lfs.github.com/spec/v1 +oid sha256:738e45e579891eb0ab1402ece9e176a124103de4e97084e91c71cff78011bcf6 +size 911660 diff --git a/src/models/thelio-mira-r4-n4/repairs.md b/src/models/thelio-mira-r4-n4/repairs.md index 772b8aaf..36e81245 100644 --- a/src/models/thelio-mira-r4-n4/repairs.md +++ b/src/models/thelio-mira-r4-n4/repairs.md @@ -22,6 +22,8 @@ Power the machine off, switch off the power supply, and unplug all peripherals b - [Accessing spare 2.5" drive screws](#accessing-spare-25-drive-screws) - [Adding/removing 2.5" storage drives](#addingremoving-25-storage-drives) - [Replacing the power supply](#replacing-the-power-supply) +- [Cleaning the side dust filter](#cleaning-the-side-dust-filter) +- [Replacing the side fans](#replacing-the-side-fans) - [Cleaning the bottom dust filter](#cleaning-the-bottom-dust-filter) - [Replacing the bottom fans](#replacing-the-bottom-fans) - [Replacing the CPU cooler/thermal paste and CPU](#replacing-the-cpu-cooler-and-cpu) @@ -355,7 +357,7 @@ Thelio Mira R4-N4 uses a standard SFX (small form-factor) power supply. ### Steps to replace the power supply: -1. Follow the steps above to [remove the left side panel](#removing-the-side-panels). +1. Follow the steps above to [remove the right side panel](#removing-the-side-panels). 2. Unscrew the power supply's four screws from the back of the chassis. ![Power supply screws](./img/psu-screws.webp) @@ -371,6 +373,66 @@ Thelio Mira R4-N4 uses a standard SFX (small form-factor) power supply. - If the new PSU is not the same model as the old one, it's recommended to completely remove the old power cables and replace them with the cables that came with the new PSU. 6. Reinstall the right side panel. +## Cleaning the side dust filters: + +The side intake fans are covered by individual dust filters, which can be removed for cleaning. + +**Tools required:** Cross-head (Phillips) screwdriver +**Time estimate:** 10 minutes +**Difficulty:** Easy ● + +### Steps to clean the side dust filters: + +1. Follow the steps above to [remove the left side panel](#removing-the-side-panels). +2. Unscrew the four screws holding the fan panel onto the side panel. + - Do not unscrew any of the six sideways screws. + +![Side fan panel screws](./img/side-fan-panel-screws.webp) + +3. Unscrew the four screws (per fan) holding the dust filter and fan onto the panel. + +![Side fan screws](./img/side-fan-screws.webp) + +4. Pull the dust filters off of the panel. + - If you're not replacing the fans, leave them in place under the panel to keep them in the correct orientation. +5. Clean dust out of the dust filter using compressed air or gentle running water. + - If liquid is used to clean the dust filter, wait until the dust filter has completely dried before reinstalling it. +6. Reinstall each dust filter. + - The glossy side of the dust filter should face away from the panel; the matte side should face towards the panel. + - From bottom to top, the order of components should be: fan, panel, dust filter, washer, screw. +7. Reattach the fan panel to the rest of the left side panel. +8. Reinstall the left side panel. + +## Replacing the side fans: + +The two 120mm side intake fans can be individually replaced. + +**Part numbers:** +- Side fans: Be Quiet! Silent Wings 4 120mm (`SIW4-12025-MF-PWM`) + +**Tools required:** Cross-head (Phillips) screwdriver +**Time estimate:** 25 minutes +**Difficulty:** Easy ● + +### Steps to replace the side fans: + +1. Follow the steps above to [remove the left side panel](#removing-the-left-side-panel) and [remove the side fan dust filters and screws](#cleaning-the-side-dust-filters). +2. Disconnect then fan(s) being replaced from the pogo pin fan splitter. + - By default, the fan pictured on the left is plugged into the left connector of the splitter, and the fan pictured on the right is plugged into the right connector. However, both connectors provide the same signal. + +![Side fan cables](./img/side-fan-cables.webp) + +3. Unfasten the velcro strips and free the fan cables. +4. Pull each fan being replaced away from the panel, passing the end of the cable through the channel in the panel. +5. Place the new fan(s) under the panel. + - With the panel oriented as shown above, both fans should be oriented so their cables point towards the top left. + - The spinning side of the fan should face through the panel, while the stationary cover should face away from the panel. +5. Screw each fan into the panel along with its corresponding dust filter. + - The glossy side of the dust filter should face away from the panel; the matte side should face towards the panel. + - From bottom to top, the order of components should be: fan, panel, dust filter, washer, screw. +7. Reattach the fan panel to the rest of the left side panel. +8. Reinstall the left side panel. + ## Cleaning the bottom dust filter: The bottom intake fans are covered by a dust filter, which can be removed for cleaning. @@ -396,9 +458,12 @@ The bottom intake fans are covered by a dust filter, which can be removed for cl ## Replacing the bottom fans: -The two bottom intake fans can be individually replaced. +The two 140mm bottom intake fans can be individually replaced. -**Tools required:** Cross-head (Phillips) screwdriver, thermal paste +**Part numbers:** +- Bottom fans: Be Quiet! Silent Wings 4 140mm (`SIW4-14025-MF-PWM`) + +**Tools required:** Cross-head (Phillips) screwdriver **Time estimate:** 20 minutes **Difficulty:** Easy ● @@ -433,7 +498,7 @@ Thelio Mira R4-N4 includes a self-contained liquid cooler to dissipate heat from 1. Follow the steps above to [remove the left and right side panels](#removing-the-side-panels), [remove the front glass](#removing-the-front-glass), and [remove the top shell](#removing-the-top-shell). 2. Unfasten the velcro strip to free the CPU cooler's signal cables from behind the motherboard. - The braided cable leading to the `FANIN1` port of the Thelio Io board plugs into the motherboard's `CPU_FAN1` header. - - The thinner cable leading to the CPU cooler pump plugs into the motherboard's `CPU_FAN2`/`AIO_PUMP` header. + - The thinner cable leading to the CPU cooler pump plugs into the motherboard's `AIO_PUMP` header. ![CPU cooler cables](./img/cpu-cooler-cables.webp) @@ -443,7 +508,7 @@ Thelio Mira R4-N4 includes a self-contained liquid cooler to dissipate heat from ![CPU cooler pump screws](./img/cpu-cooler-pump.webp) -4. Unplug the CPU cooler pump from the `CPU_FAN2`/`AIO_PUMP` header on the motherboard, highlighted cyan above. +4. Unplug the CPU cooler pump from the `AIO_PUMP` header on the motherboard, highlighted cyan above. 5. Unplug the combined CPU cooler fan cable from the fan splitter board next to the motherboard, highlighted green above. 6. Unfasten the velcro strip holding the CPU cooler's liquid tubes to the back of the chassis, highlighted yellow above. 7. While holding the radiator in place so it doesn't fall, unscrew the eight silver screws holding the radiator on from the top of the chassis. @@ -506,7 +571,7 @@ Thelio Mira R4-N4 includes a self-contained liquid cooler to dissipate heat from 5. While holding the cooler's radiator in place against the top of the chassis, screw it in from above using its eight silver screws. - Again, partially install all eight screws first to ensure alignment, then go back and tighten them all. 6. Set the computer upright. -7. Plug the cooler pump into the `CPU_FAN2`/`AIO_PUMP` header at the top right corner of the motherboard. +7. Plug the cooler pump into the `AIO_PUMP` header at the top right corner of the motherboard. 8. Plug the fan cable into the top header of the fan splitter to the right of the motherboard. 9. Pull the excess cooler pump cable through the cable management cutout above the motherboard, and secure it behind the motherboard along with the braided motherboard fan input cable using the velcro strap. 10. Hold the liquid tubes against the back of the chassis and secure them in place using the velcro strap.