Foxconn Nettop (NT-330i) Cover with 40mm External Fan!

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My friend's business relies heavily on these compact PCs mounted behind monitors for POS and shop management. The fans in them have been consistently malfunctioning, making replacement parts impossible to find. I decided to take matters into my own hands by drilling holes in the lid of one unit and installing a 40mm fan to blow air directly onto the broken heatsink fan. Next, I designed and 3D printed a new cover with an integrated fan mounting system and a small duct to optimize airflow. The photos show the modifications made to the existing fan, including removing its guts and wiring to create an open interior space. The replacement fans I ordered are USB-powered and came from Amazon with a built-in cord and USB plug. I'm unsure which models this solution will be compatible with or if it will be useful to anyone else, but here's the fan model I used: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B074YJH3P9/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1. The prototype I built didn't quite fit as planned, but I'm excited to share my progress and hear your thoughts!