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Follow this guide to replace the primary storage in your Framework Desktop.
Your Framework Desktop uses SSDs (Solid State Drive) for primary storage. The Desktop supports M.2 2280 NVMe SSDs in the primary storage's PCIe 4.0 socket.
For information on SSD compatibility, click here.
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Before you begin repairs, shut down your Desktop from the operating system and unplug it.
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Make sure your Framework Desktop Screwdriver has the T5 Torx bit (labeled as T5) facing outwards. If it's not, pull the bit out and flip it.
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Use your finger to lift up the two D-rings on the Top Panel screws.
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Use your fingers to twist the screw counter-clockwise and loosen it.
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Remove the Top Panel screw.
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Repeat the same procedure for the other Top Panel screw.
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Slide the Top Panel towards the rear of the computer to release the clips securing it to the chassis.
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Lift the Top Panel off the chassis and remove it.
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Use your fingers to grip the top of the Left Panel and slide it upward to release its clips.
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Remove the Left Panel.
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Use your Framework Desktop Screwdriver to loosen the captive T5 Torx screw securing the SSD.
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While holding the heat spreader upright, grab the SSD by its edges and pull it out of its socket.
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Remove the SSD.
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While securing the primary storage heat spreader with one hand, use your Framework Desktop Screwdriver to remove the 4.5 mm‑long T5 Torx screw securing it.
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Lift the primary storage heat spreader out of the Desktop and remove it.
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Follow the guide normally, making sure to ignore instructions that involve the primary storage heat spreader.
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Congratulations on completing disassembly! The remaining steps will show how to reassemble your Framework Desktop.
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While holding the heat spreader upright, align the SSD's gold contacts with its socket.
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Insert the SSD into the socket at a shallow angle. The gold contacts should mostly be covered by the socket.
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Insert your Framework Desktop Screwdriver into the captive screw on the primary storage heat spreader and press it flat to the Mainboard.
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Tighten the screw securing the SSD.
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Slide the Left Panel onto the left edge of the chassis and press it flat to ensure its clips are slotted into place.
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Push the Left Panel towards the base of the computer to close the gap and engage the clips.
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Orient the Top Panel so its arrow is pointing towards the rear of the computer.
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While holding the Top Panel at a slight downward angle, slide it across the top of the chassis (from rear to front) until you feel its clips catch.
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Lay the Top Panel flat on the chassis to align the remaining clips.
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While securing the computer with one hand, use the other hand to slide the Top Panel towards the front of the computer to close the gap and engage the clips.
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Insert the top panel screw into its hole and twist clockwise until it feels snug.
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Repeat the same procedure for the other top panel screw.
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Use your finger to close the two D-rings on the top panel screws.
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You finished fixing your Framework Desktop!
Take your e-waste to an R2 or e-Stewards certified recycler.
If you need help, contact Framework support.
You finished fixing your Framework Desktop!
Take your e-waste to an R2 or e-Stewards certified recycler.
If you need help, contact Framework support.
