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How to Remove the Expansion Bay in your Framework Laptop 16"

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Use this guide to remove the expansion bay in your Framework 16" laptop.

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  1. How to Remove the Expansion Bay in your Framework Laptop 16", Before you begin: crwdns2935265:01crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:02crwdne2935265:0 How to Remove the Expansion Bay in your Framework Laptop 16", Before you begin: crwdns2935265:01crwdnd2935265:02crwdnd2935265:02crwdne2935265:0

    • Unplug all cables and fully shut down your laptop.

    • If your repair requires a spudger, a T5 Torx, or a Phillips screwdriver, you can use the included Framework screwdriver. Whichever works best for you!

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  2. How to Remove the Expansion Bay in your Framework Laptop 16", Remove the touchpad spacers: crwdns2935265:02crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0 How to Remove the Expansion Bay in your Framework Laptop 16", Remove the touchpad spacers: crwdns2935265:02crwdnd2935265:02crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0 How to Remove the Expansion Bay in your Framework Laptop 16", Remove the touchpad spacers: crwdns2935265:02crwdnd2935265:03crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0

    • 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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  4. How to Remove the Expansion Bay in your Framework Laptop 16", Remove the touchpad: crwdns2935265:04crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0 How to Remove the Expansion Bay in your Framework Laptop 16", Remove the touchpad: crwdns2935265:04crwdnd2935265:02crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0 How to Remove the Expansion Bay in your Framework Laptop 16", Remove the touchpad: crwdns2935265:04crwdnd2935265:03crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0

    • Use your fingers to slide the touchpad 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 and remove it.

    • During reassembly, perform the following:

    • Place the touchpad flat on its cutout so its clips are properly aligned.

    • Press the touchpad down and slide it into place so it lines up evenly with the bottom edge of the laptop.

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  6. How to Remove the Expansion Bay in your Framework Laptop 16", Remove the keyboard: crwdns2935265:05crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0 How to Remove the Expansion Bay in your Framework Laptop 16", Remove the keyboard: crwdns2935265:05crwdnd2935265:02crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0 How to Remove the Expansion Bay in your Framework Laptop 16", Remove the keyboard: crwdns2935265:05crwdnd2935265:03crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0

    • 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.

    • Lift the pull tabs until the keyboard magnets release.

    • Remove the keyboard.

    • During reassembly, make sure the keyboard is seated properly on its alignment pegs and sits evenly with the edges of the laptop.

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  7. How to Remove the Expansion Bay in your Framework Laptop 16", Remove the numpad: crwdns2935265:06crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0 How to Remove the Expansion Bay in your Framework Laptop 16", Remove the numpad: crwdns2935265:06crwdnd2935265:02crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0 How to Remove the Expansion Bay in your Framework Laptop 16", Remove the numpad: crwdns2935265:06crwdnd2935265:03crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0

    • The numpad is held in place with strong magnets. Apply gradually increasing force to avoid having the numpad violently eject.

    • Grip the pull tab at the bottom of the numpad.

    • Lift the pull tab until the numpad magnets release.

    • Remove the numpad.

    • During reassembly, make sure the numpad is seated properly on its alignment pegs and sits flush with the edges of the laptop.

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  8. How to Remove the Expansion Bay in your Framework Laptop 16", Lift the interposer door: crwdns2935265:07crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:02crwdne2935265:0 How to Remove the Expansion Bay in your Framework Laptop 16", Lift the interposer door: crwdns2935265:07crwdnd2935265:02crwdnd2935265:02crwdne2935265:0

    • Lift the interposer door by its black pull tab and let it rest upright.

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  9. How to Remove the Expansion Bay in your Framework Laptop 16", Loosen the interposer screws: crwdns2935265:08crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0 How to Remove the Expansion Bay in your Framework Laptop 16", Loosen the interposer screws: crwdns2935265:08crwdnd2935265:02crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0 How to Remove the Expansion Bay in your Framework Laptop 16", Loosen the interposer screws: crwdns2935265:08crwdnd2935265:03crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0

    • If you have the graphics module installed, your interposer will have four screws. Otherwise, you'll have three screws.

    • Lift the pull tab on the interposer and let it rest vertically to access all of its screws.

    • Use a T5 Torx screwdriver to loosen the three captive screws securing the interposer.

    • If you have the graphics module, use a T5 Torx screwdriver to loosen the four captive screws securing the interposer.

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  10. How to Remove the Expansion Bay in your Framework Laptop 16", Remove the interposer: crwdns2935265:09crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:02crwdne2935265:0 How to Remove the Expansion Bay in your Framework Laptop 16", Remove the interposer: crwdns2935265:09crwdnd2935265:02crwdnd2935265:02crwdne2935265:0

    • Lift the interposer by its pull tab and remove it.

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  11. How to Remove the Expansion Bay in your Framework Laptop 16", Loosen the expansion bay screws: crwdns2935265:010crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:02crwdne2935265:0 How to Remove the Expansion Bay in your Framework Laptop 16", Loosen the expansion bay screws: crwdns2935265:010crwdnd2935265:02crwdnd2935265:02crwdne2935265:0

    • Use a T5 Torx screwdriver to loosen the two captive screws securing the expansion bay.

    • Close the interposer door before continuing.

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  12. How to Remove the Expansion Bay in your Framework Laptop 16", Remove the expansion bay: crwdns2935265:011crwdnd2935265:01crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0 How to Remove the Expansion Bay in your Framework Laptop 16", Remove the expansion bay: crwdns2935265:011crwdnd2935265:02crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0 How to Remove the Expansion Bay in your Framework Laptop 16", Remove the expansion bay: crwdns2935265:011crwdnd2935265:03crwdnd2935265:03crwdne2935265:0

    • Close your laptop and flip it over.

    • Slide the expansion bay out of the laptop and remove it.

    • The bay should slide out easily. If you feel any resistance, check that the screws holding it in place are fully loosened.

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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

Repair didn’t go as planned? Try some basic troubleshooting, or ask our Answers Community for help.

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