Framework Laptop 16 Expansion Bay Shell Fan Board Replacement

Escrito Por: Alex Diaz-Kokaisl
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Framework Laptop 16 Expansion Bay Shell Fan Board Replacement

Dificuldade

Easy

Passos

32

Tempo necessário

10 - 20 minutes

Introdução

Use this guide to remove and replace the Expansion Bay Shell Fan Board in your Framework Laptop 16.

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    • Unplug all cables and fully shut down your laptop.

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    • Use your fingernail to pull out the two Input Module latches and unlock them.

    • The latch will show red if it's unlocked.

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    • Use your fingers to slide the Touchpad Spacer toward the bottom edge of the laptop and unclip it.

    • If you're having trouble, check if the corresponding Input Module latch is properly unlocked.

    • Lift the Touchpad Spacer off the laptop and remove it.

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    • Repeat the same procedure for the other touchpad spacer.

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    • Use your fingers to slide the Touchpad Module toward the bottom edge of the laptop and disconnect it.

    • If you're having trouble, check if the Input Module latches are properly unlocked.

    • Lift the Touchpad Module and remove it.

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    • The keyboard is held in place with strong magnets. Apply gradually increasing force to avoid having the keyboard violently eject.

    • Grip the two pull tabs along the bottom of the keyboard and lift until its magnets release.

    • Remove the keyboard.

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    • Your Input Module(s) might be different, but the procedure to remove them is the same.

    • Grip the pull tab at the bottom of the Input Module and lift until its magnets release.

    • Remove the Input Module.

    • Repeat for any remaining Input Modules.

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    • Lift the interposer door by its black pull tab and let it rest upright.

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    • Use your Framework Screwdriver to loosen the three captive T5 Torx screws securing the interposer.

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    • Lift the interposer by its pull tab and remove it.

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    • Use your Framework Screwdriver to loosen the two captive T5 Torx screws securing the Expansion Bay Shell.

    • Close the interposer door before continuing.

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    • Close your laptop and flip it over.

    • Slide the Expansion Bay Shell out of the laptop and remove it.

    • The shell should slide out easily. If you feel any resistance, check that the screws holding it in place are fully loosened.

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    • Use the flat end of your Framework Screwdriver, or a clean fingernail, to lift up and release the locking tab on the right fan ZIF connector.

    • Use your fingers to grip the brown pull tab and slide the fan cable straight out of its socket.

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    • Repeat the previous step to disconnect the left fan cable.

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    • Use your Framework Screwdriver to remove the two 3.6 mm‑long screws securing the Expansion Bay Shell Fan Board.

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    • Use your fingers to lift the board straight off its alignment pegs on Expansion Bay Shell and remove it.

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    • Congratulations on completing disassembly! The remaining steps will show how to reassemble your Framework Laptop.

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    • Place the board straight on its alignment pegs on Expansion Bay Shell.

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    • Use your Framework Screwdriver to install the two 3.6 mm‑long screws securing the Expansion Bay Shell Fan Board.

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    • Use your fingers to grip the brown pull tab and slide the left fan cable straight into its socket.

    • Use the flat end of your Framework Screwdriver, or a clean fingernail, to press down the locking tab on the left fan ZIF connector.

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    • Repeat the previous step to connect the right fan cable.

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    • When installing the shell, keep it level to the laptop so it doesn't buckle on the rails.

    • There should be no gaps between the laptop and the shell when it's installed correctly.

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    • While keeping the shell level with the laptop, slide it into its slot.

    • The shell should slide in easily. If you feel any resistance, pull the module out and realign it.

    • You should hear an audible "click" when the shell's clips snap into place.

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    • Flip over the laptop and open it.

    • Lift the interposer door by its black pull tab and let it rest upright.

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    • Use your Framework Screwdriver to tighten the two captive T5 Torx screws securing the Expansion Bay Shell.

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    • Place the interposer over its spot between the Mainboard and the Expansion Bay.

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    • Use your Framework Screwdriver to tighten the three captive T5 Torx screws securing the interposer.

    • Close the interposer door.

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    • Your Input Module(s) might be different, but the procedure to remove them is the same.

    • Align the top edge of the Input Module with the top edge of the laptop.

    • Lay the Input Module on the laptop and let the magnets pull the keyboard into place

    • Make sure the Input Module is seated properly on its alignment pegs and sits flush with the edges of the laptop.

    • Repeat for any remaining Input Modules.

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    • Align the top edge of the keyboard with the top edge of the laptop.

    • Lay the keyboard on the laptop and let the magnets pull the keyboard into place

    • Make sure the keyboard is seated properly on its alignment pegs and sits flush with the edges of the laptop.

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    • Place the Touchpad Module flat on its cutout so its clips are properly aligned.

    • Press the Touchpad Module down and slide it into place so it lines up evenly with the bottom edge of the laptop.

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    • Place the Touchpad Spacer over its spot on the laptop with the bottom edge overhanging slightly.

    • Slide the Touchpad Spacer towards the top of the laptop to secure it.

    • Repeat the same procedure for the other Touchpad Spacer.

Conclusão

You finished fixing your Framework Laptop!

Take your e-waste to an R2 or e-Stewards certified recycler.

If you need help, contact Framework support.

Autor(a)

Alex Diaz-Kokaisl

Membro desde: 16/01/22

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