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Framework Laptop 16 Primary SSD Replacement

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Follow this guide to replace or upgrade the primary SSD in your Framework Laptop 16.

Your Framework Laptop uses SSDs (Solid State Drive) for storage. The primary storage supports an M.2 2280 NVMe SSD.

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  1. Framework Laptop 16 Primary SSD Replacement, Before you begin: crwdns2935265:01crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:01crwdne2935265:0

    • Unplug all cables and fully shut down your laptop.

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  2. Framework Laptop 16 Primary SSD Replacement, Unlock the Input Modules: crwdns2935265:02crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0 Framework Laptop 16 Primary SSD Replacement, Unlock the Input Modules: crwdns2935265:02crwdnd2935265:02crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0 Framework Laptop 16 Primary SSD Replacement, Unlock the Input Modules: crwdns2935265:02crwdnd2935265:03crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0

    • 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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  3. Framework Laptop 16 Primary SSD Replacement, Remove the Touchpad Spacers: crwdns2935265:03crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0 Framework Laptop 16 Primary SSD Replacement, Remove the Touchpad Spacers: crwdns2935265:03crwdnd2935265:02crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0 Framework Laptop 16 Primary SSD Replacement, Remove the Touchpad Spacers: crwdns2935265:03crwdnd2935265:03crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0

    • 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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  5. Framework Laptop 16 Primary SSD Replacement, Remove the Touchpad Module: crwdns2935265:05crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0 Framework Laptop 16 Primary SSD Replacement, Remove the Touchpad Module: crwdns2935265:05crwdnd2935265:02crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0 Framework Laptop 16 Primary SSD Replacement, Remove the Touchpad Module: crwdns2935265:05crwdnd2935265:03crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0

    • 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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  6. Framework Laptop 16 Primary SSD Replacement, Remove the keyboard: crwdns2935265:06crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0 Framework Laptop 16 Primary SSD Replacement, Remove the keyboard: crwdns2935265:06crwdnd2935265:02crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0 Framework Laptop 16 Primary SSD Replacement, Remove the keyboard: crwdns2935265:06crwdnd2935265:03crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0

    • 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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  7. Framework Laptop 16 Primary SSD Replacement, Remove the Input Modules: crwdns2935265:07crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0 Framework Laptop 16 Primary SSD Replacement, Remove the Input Modules: crwdns2935265:07crwdnd2935265:02crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0 Framework Laptop 16 Primary SSD Replacement, Remove the Input Modules: crwdns2935265:07crwdnd2935265:03crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0

    • 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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  8. Framework Laptop 16 Primary SSD Replacement, Disconnect the Mid Plate cable: crwdns2935265:08crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:02crwdne2935265:0 Framework Laptop 16 Primary SSD Replacement, Disconnect the Mid Plate cable: crwdns2935265:08crwdnd2935265:02crwdnd2935265:02crwdne2935265:0

    • Grip the black pull tab on the midframe cable press connector.

    • Lift up to disconnect the midframe cable.

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  10. Framework Laptop 16 Primary SSD Replacement, Loosen the Mid Plate screws: crwdns2935265:09crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:02crwdne2935265:0 Framework Laptop 16 Primary SSD Replacement, Loosen the Mid Plate screws: crwdns2935265:09crwdnd2935265:02crwdnd2935265:02crwdne2935265:0

    • 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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  11. Framework Laptop 16 Primary SSD Replacement, Remove the Mid Plate: crwdns2935265:010crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0 Framework Laptop 16 Primary SSD Replacement, Remove the Mid Plate: crwdns2935265:010crwdnd2935265:02crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0 Framework Laptop 16 Primary SSD Replacement, Remove the Mid Plate: crwdns2935265:010crwdnd2935265:03crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0

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

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  12. Framework Laptop 16 Primary SSD Replacement, Remove the primary SSD screw: crwdns2935265:011crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:02crwdne2935265:0 Framework Laptop 16 Primary SSD Replacement, Remove the primary SSD screw: crwdns2935265:011crwdnd2935265:02crwdnd2935265:02crwdne2935265:0

    • Use your Framework Screwdriver to remove the 2 mm‑long T5 Torx screw securing the SSD.

    • The SSD might pop up at a shallow angle when you remove the screw.

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  13. Framework Laptop 16 Primary SSD Replacement, Remove the primary SSD: crwdns2935265:012crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:02crwdne2935265:0 Framework Laptop 16 Primary SSD Replacement, Remove the primary SSD: crwdns2935265:012crwdnd2935265:02crwdnd2935265:02crwdne2935265:0

    • Grip the end of the SSD with the screw hole and slide it out of its socket.

    • Remove the SSD.

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  14. Framework Laptop 16 Primary SSD Replacement, Disassembly complete: crwdns2935265:013crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:01crwdne2935265:0

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

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  15. Framework Laptop 16 Primary SSD Replacement, Install the primary SSD: crwdns2935265:014crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:02crwdne2935265:0 Framework Laptop 16 Primary SSD Replacement, Install the primary SSD: crwdns2935265:014crwdnd2935265:02crwdnd2935265:02crwdne2935265:0

    • Hold the SSD by its edges. Don't touch the gold contacts with your fingers. If you do, wipe the contacts with a clean, lint-free cloth to remove any finger oils.

    • Insert the SSD into the socket at a shallow angle. The gold contacts should mostly be covered by the socket.

    • The SSD fits into the socket in one orientation. If it doesn't feel like it fits, try flipping the module.

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    • While holding the SSD flat to the Mainboard, use your Framework Screwdriver to install the 2 mm‑long T5 Torx screw securing the SSD.

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  17. Framework Laptop 16 Primary SSD Replacement, Place the Mid Plate: crwdns2935265:016crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0 Framework Laptop 16 Primary SSD Replacement, Place the Mid Plate: crwdns2935265:016crwdnd2935265:02crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0 Framework Laptop 16 Primary SSD Replacement, Place the Mid Plate: crwdns2935265:016crwdnd2935265:03crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0

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

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  18. Framework Laptop 16 Primary SSD Replacement, Tighten the Mid Plate screws: crwdns2935265:017crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:02crwdne2935265:0 Framework Laptop 16 Primary SSD Replacement, Tighten the Mid Plate screws: crwdns2935265:017crwdnd2935265:02crwdnd2935265:02crwdne2935265:0

    • 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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  19. Framework Laptop 16 Primary SSD Replacement, Connect the Mid Plate cable: crwdns2935265:018crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:02crwdne2935265:0 Framework Laptop 16 Primary SSD Replacement, Connect the Mid Plate cable: crwdns2935265:018crwdnd2935265:02crwdnd2935265:02crwdne2935265:0

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

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  20. Framework Laptop 16 Primary SSD Replacement, Install the Input Modules: crwdns2935265:019crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0 Framework Laptop 16 Primary SSD Replacement, Install the Input Modules: crwdns2935265:019crwdnd2935265:02crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0 Framework Laptop 16 Primary SSD Replacement, Install the Input Modules: crwdns2935265:019crwdnd2935265:03crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0

    • 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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  21. Framework Laptop 16 Primary SSD Replacement, Install the keyboard: crwdns2935265:020crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0 Framework Laptop 16 Primary SSD Replacement, Install the keyboard: crwdns2935265:020crwdnd2935265:02crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0 Framework Laptop 16 Primary SSD Replacement, Install the keyboard: crwdns2935265:020crwdnd2935265:03crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0

    • 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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  22. Framework Laptop 16 Primary SSD Replacement, Install the Touchpad Module: crwdns2935265:021crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:02crwdne2935265:0 Framework Laptop 16 Primary SSD Replacement, Install the Touchpad Module: crwdns2935265:021crwdnd2935265:02crwdnd2935265:02crwdne2935265:0

    • 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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  23. Framework Laptop 16 Primary SSD Replacement, Install the Touchpad Spacers: crwdns2935265:022crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0 Framework Laptop 16 Primary SSD Replacement, Install the Touchpad Spacers: crwdns2935265:022crwdnd2935265:02crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0 Framework Laptop 16 Primary SSD Replacement, Install the Touchpad Spacers: crwdns2935265:022crwdnd2935265:03crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0

    • 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.

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  24. Framework Laptop 16 Primary SSD Replacement, Lock the Input Modules: crwdns2935265:023crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0 Framework Laptop 16 Primary SSD Replacement, Lock the Input Modules: crwdns2935265:023crwdnd2935265:02crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0 Framework Laptop 16 Primary SSD Replacement, Lock the Input Modules: crwdns2935265:023crwdnd2935265:03crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0

    • Push the Input Module latches back into place to lock them.

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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.

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