Framework Laptop 12 Input Cover Removal (Remove Expansion Cards)

ID: 186334

Description: Input Cover removal with Expansion Cards removed.

Steps:

1. Before you begin repairs, unplug your laptop and shut it down from the operating system. This ensures that the laptop isn't in standby/suspend mode.
2. The indicator LEDs along the edges should be unlit. The laptop should be silent.
3. If you accidentally turn on the laptop during repair, hold the power button down for 10 seconds to shut it down.
4. Make sure your Framework Screwdriver has the T5 Torx bit (labeled as T-5) facing outwards. If it's not, pull the bit out and flip it.

5. Set your Framework Laptop face-down on a clean work surface.

6. Use your fingers to flip the two Expansion Card latches (one for each side) into the unlocked position.
7. The latches display a red bar when they're unlocked.

8. Grip the lip of an Expansion Card with your fingers.
9. Pull the Expansion Card out of its slot and remove it.
10. If you have trouble pulling the Expansion Card out, you can also use the flat end of your Framework Screwdriver to push against the lip.
11. Repeat this procedure to remove all remaining Expansion Cards.

12. Use your Framework Screwdriver to fully loosen the eight captive T5 Torx screws on the bottom of your laptop.
13. Most screws in your Framework Laptop (including these) are captive—they're designed to stay in place after you loosen them.
14. Your laptop comes with a spare set of screws in the frame above the battery. Be careful—the replacement screws aren't captive.

15. Flip your laptop face-up on your work surface.

16. Open the laptop lid so that both the screen and the base lie flat on your work surface.

17. Use your fingers to grip the Input Cover in the hinge cutouts.
18. Lift upwards to swing the Input Cover up from the base of the laptop.
19. You may feel resistance from the magnets. If the cover feels like it's snagged, check that you've fully loosened the screws on the bottom of your laptop.
20. Remove the Input Cover.