Framework Laptop 16 Mid Plate Cable Replacement

Escrito Por: Alex Diaz-Kokaisl
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Framework Laptop 16 Mid Plate Cable Replacement

Dificuldade

Easy

Passos

23

Tempo necessário

5 - 10 minutes

Introdução

Use this guide to remove and replace the Mid Plate Cable in the 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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    • Grip the black pull tab on the Mid Plate cable press connector.

    • Lift up to disconnect the Mid Plate cable.

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    • The Mid Plate screws are ordered from 2–17 (number 1 is the press connector). You don't have to follow the order, but you can use it to help keep track of the screws you've loosened.

    • Use your Framework Screwdriver to loosen the 16 captive T5 Torx screws securing the Mid Plate.

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    • Use your fingers to lift the Mid Plate off the laptop and remove it.

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    • Slide the flat end of the Framework Screwdriver under the Mid Plate Cable, near the ZIF connector, to separate the adhesive.

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    • Use the flat end of the Framework Screwdriver, or a clean fingernail, to lift up the locking tab on the Mid Plate Cable ZIF connector.

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    • Use your fingers to grip the black pull tab and slide the Mid Plate Cable straight out of its socket.

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

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    • Use your fingers to grip the black pull tab and slide the Mid Plate Cable straight into its socket.

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

    • Press the cable to the Mid Plate to re-adhere it.

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    • Place the Mid Plate on the laptop, making sure it sits evenly on its alignment pegs.

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    • Use your Framework Screwdriver to tighten the 16 captive T5 Torx screws in order (starting with 2) to secure the Mid Plate evenly.

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    • Align the Mid Plate cable press connector over its socket and press down to connect it.

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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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