Framework Laptop 12 Input Cover Removal (Remove Expansion Cards)

Written By: Arthur Shi
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Framework Laptop 12 Input Cover Removal (Remove Expansion Cards)

Difficulty

Moderate

Steps

8

Time Required

No estimate

Introduction

Input Cover removal with Expansion Cards removed.

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    • Before you begin repairs, unplug your laptop and shut it down from the operating system. This ensures that the laptop isn't in standby/suspend mode.

    • The indicator LEDs along the edges should be unlit. The laptop should be silent.

    • If you accidentally turn on the laptop during repair, hold the power button down for 10 seconds to shut it down.

    • Make sure your Framework Screwdriver has the T5 Torx bit (labeled as T-5) facing outwards. If it's not, pull the bit out and flip it.

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    • Set your Framework Laptop face-down on a clean work surface.

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    • Use your fingers to flip the two Expansion Card latches (one for each side) into the unlocked position.

    • The latches display a red bar when they're unlocked.

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    • Grip the lip of an Expansion Card with your fingers.

    • Pull the Expansion Card out of its slot and remove it.

    • If you have trouble pulling the Expansion Card out, you can also use the flat end of your Framework Screwdriver to push against the lip.

    • Repeat this procedure to remove all remaining Expansion Cards.

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    • Use your Framework Screwdriver to fully loosen the eight captive T5 Torx screws on the bottom of your laptop.

    • Most screws in your Framework Laptop (including these) are captive—they're designed to stay in place after you loosen them.

    • Your laptop comes with a spare set of screws in the frame above the battery. Be careful—the replacement screws aren't captive.

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    • Flip your laptop face-up on your work surface.

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    • Open the laptop lid so that both the screen and the base lie flat on your work surface.

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    • Use your fingers to grip the Input Cover in the hinge cutouts.

    • Lift upwards to swing the Input Cover up from the base of the laptop.

    • You may feel resistance from the magnets. If the cover feels like it's snagged, check that you've fully loosened the screws on the bottom of your laptop.

    • Remove the Input Cover.

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