Framework Laptop 16" (2025) Ventilation Plate Removal

ID: 194702

Description: Prereq for removing the ventilation plate with...

Steps:

1. Use the flat end of your Framework Screwdriver, or a clean fingernail, to lift up the locking tab on the fingerprint reader ZIF connector next to the memory.

2. Use your fingers to grip the blue pull tab and slide the fingerprint reader cable straight out of its socket.

3. The fingerprint reader cable is lightly adhered to the laptop's frame.
4. Use your fingers to peel the fingerprint reader cable away from the frame and separate the adhesive.

5. The ventilation plate is held in place with magnets.
6. Lift the bottom of the ventilation plate and pull it away from the laptop until the magnets release.
7. Remove the ventilation plate.