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Follow this guide to remove and replace the Wi-Fi Module in your Framework Desktop.
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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 Right Panel and slide it upward to release its clips.
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Remove the Right Panel.
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Lay the left side of the Desktop on your work surface so the underside of the Mainboard is facing upward.
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Use your Framework Desktop Screwdriver to remove the 7.0 mm‑long Phillips screw securing the Wi-Fi module.
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Use your fingers to slide the Wi-Fi module cover straight off the bottom of the module.
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Remove the cover.
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Press and hold the Wi-Fi module down with your fingers.
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Use your fingers to grip the white antenna cable, as close to the metal head as possible.
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Gently lift the connector straight up to disconnect the white antenna cable.
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Repeat the procedure with the black antenna cable.
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Grip the Wi-Fi module by its edges and pull it straight out of its socket.
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Remove the Wi-Fi module.
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Congratulations on completing disassembly! The remaining steps will show how to reassemble your Framework Desktop.
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Align the Wi-Fi module's gold contacts and notch with the socket on the Mainboard.
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Insert the Wi-Fi module into the socket at a shallow angle. The gold contacts should mostly be covered by the socket.
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Hold the Wi-Fi module down with your fingers.
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Position the black antenna cable connector over the left Wi-Fi module's coaxial socket.
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Use your finger to press the connector into place. You should feel a faint click, and the cable will stay attached to the socket by itself.
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Repeat the procedure with the white antenna cable.
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Hook the Wi-Fi bracket over the corner of the Wi-Fi module opposite the antenna cables.
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Rotate the bracket over the Wi-Fi module, making sure the screw hole isn't being obstructed by the antenna cables.
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Use your Framework Desktop Screwdriver to install the screw securing the Wi-Fi module.
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Slide the Right Panel onto the right edge of the chassis, from top to bottom, and press it flat to ensure its clips are slotted into place.
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Push the Right Panel towards the base of the computer to 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.
