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Framework Laptop 12 Pre-built Quick Start Guide

    1. Framework Laptop 12 Pre-built Quick Start Guide, Unbox your Framework Laptop: crwdns2935265:01crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:02crwdne2935265:0 Framework Laptop 12 Pre-built Quick Start Guide, Unbox your Framework Laptop: crwdns2935265:01crwdnd2935265:02crwdnd2935265:02crwdne2935265:0
      • Unbox your Framework Laptop and make sure you've received all the items:

      • Framework Laptop 12

      • Framework Screwdriver

      • Expansion Cards you selected during purchase

      • Framework Power Adapter, USB-C Cable, and AC Cable

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    2. Framework Laptop 12 Pre-built Quick Start Guide, Set your laptop on a clean surface: crwdns2935265:02crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:01crwdne2935265:0
      • Set your Framework Laptop face-down on a clean work surface.

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    3. Framework Laptop 12 Pre-built Quick Start Guide, Install the Expansion Cards: crwdns2935265:03crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0 Framework Laptop 12 Pre-built Quick Start Guide, Install the Expansion Cards: crwdns2935265:03crwdnd2935265:02crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0 Framework Laptop 12 Pre-built Quick Start Guide, Install the Expansion Cards: crwdns2935265:03crwdnd2935265:03crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0
      • Slide an Expansion Card into the Expansion Card slot.

      • All official Expansion Cards work fully in all slots, so you can install them however you wish!

      • You don't need to unlock the latches to install the Expansion Cards—only when you want to remove them.

      • The Expansion Cards should click in place, and the front edge should be flush with the laptop.

      • Repeat the procedure with the remaining expansion cards.

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    4. Framework Laptop 12 Pre-built Quick Start Guide, Lock the Expansion Card slots: crwdns2935265:04crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:02crwdne2935265:0 Framework Laptop 12 Pre-built Quick Start Guide, Lock the Expansion Card slots: crwdns2935265:04crwdnd2935265:02crwdnd2935265:02crwdne2935265:0
      • If there's a red bar showing under each Expansion Card latch, use your finger to flip the latch and lock the Expansion Card into its slot.

      • Locking the Expansion Card slots help keep the cards in place when you unplug cables from them.

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    5. Framework Laptop 12 Pre-built Quick Start Guide, Assemble the Framework Power Adapter: crwdns2935265:05crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0 Framework Laptop 12 Pre-built Quick Start Guide, Assemble the Framework Power Adapter: crwdns2935265:05crwdnd2935265:02crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0 Framework Laptop 12 Pre-built Quick Start Guide, Assemble the Framework Power Adapter: crwdns2935265:05crwdnd2935265:03crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0
      • Plug the AC Cable into the Power Adapter.

      • Plug the USB-C Cable into the Power Adapter.

      • You can plug either end of the USB-C cable into the adapter.

      • Plug the AC Cable into a power outlet.

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    6. Framework Laptop 12 Pre-built Quick Start Guide, Plug in the laptop: crwdns2935265:06crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:01crwdne2935265:0
      • Your Framework Laptop ships in shipping mode, where the battery is disabled until you plug the laptop in for the first time.

      • Plug the USB-C cable into any USB-C port on your laptop.

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    7. Framework Laptop 12 Pre-built Quick Start Guide, Turn on the laptop: crwdns2935265:07crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:01crwdne2935265:0
      • Your Framework Laptop is ready for use! Open the lid and press the power button along the right edge of the laptop.

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For drivers, firmware, and software updates, check out this page.

If you need help, contact Framework support.

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