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Follow this guide to remove and replace the memory (aka RAM) in your Framework Laptop 16.
Your Framework Laptop has two DDR5 SO-DIMM sockets that supports up to 32 GB each of DDR5-5600 memory. If you install memory faster than the supported speed, the laptop will work properly, but not use the full memory speed.
For a list of validated memory modules, check out this link.
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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.
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Use your fingers to slide the Touchpad Spacer toward the bottom edge of the laptop and unclip it.
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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.
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Lift the Touchpad Module and remove it.
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Grip the two pull tabs along the bottom of the keyboard and lift until its magnets release.
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Remove the keyboard.
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Grip the pull tab at the bottom of the Input Module and lift until its magnets release.
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Remove the Input Module.
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Repeat for any remaining Input Modules.
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Grip the black pull tab on the midframe cable press connector.
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Lift up to disconnect the midframe cable.
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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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Push the two metal arms on each side of the module outward until they disengage and the stick pops up at a shallow angle.
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Repeat for the other module.
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Slide the memory module out of its socket and remove it.
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Repeat for the other module.
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Congratulations on completing disassembly! The remaining steps will show how to reassemble your Framework Laptop.
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Orient the module with its label facing down and align the gold contacts with the left socket labeled DDR5 Channel 0.
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Insert the contact edge into the socket at a shallow angle. The gold contacts should mostly be covered by the socket.
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Press the edges of the module down until the side clips lock it in place.
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Repeat the previous step for the other socket labeled DDR5 Channel 1, except orient the module so its label is facing upward.
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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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Align the top edge of the Input Module with the top edge of the laptop.
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Lay the Input Module on the laptop and let the magnets pull the keyboard into place
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Repeat for any remaining Input Modules.
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Align the top edge of the keyboard with the top edge of the laptop.
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Lay the keyboard on the laptop and let the magnets pull the keyboard into place
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Place the Touchpad Module flat on its cutout so its clips are properly aligned.
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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.
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Slide the Touchpad Spacer towards the top of the laptop to secure it.
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Repeat the same procedure for the other Touchpad Spacer.
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Push the Input Module latches back into place to lock them.
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You finished fixing your Framework Laptop!
After installing new memory, the laptop will take longer to start up for the first time, and the screen will turn on slower. This is normal—the system is performing memory training.
Take your e-waste to an R2 or e-Stewards certified recycler.
If you need help, contact Framework support.
You finished fixing your Framework Laptop!
After installing new memory, the laptop will take longer to start up for the first time, and the screen will turn on slower. This is normal—the system is performing memory training.
Take your e-waste to an R2 or e-Stewards certified recycler.
If you need help, contact Framework support.
