Framework Laptop 16" Mainboard Removal

ID: 194711

Description: Use this guide to replace the mainboard, along...

Steps:

1. Lift the speaker cable connector by its black pull tab and disconnect it.

2. Grip the webcam cable connector to the right of the Wi-Fi module slot by its pull tab and lift up to disconnect it.
3. Repeat for the display cable connector next to it.

4. Lift the display, webcam, and Wi-Fi module cables out of their slot in the frame enough to give room for the Mainboard to lift straight up.
5. Optionally, you can tuck the cables underneath the frame.

6. Lift up the interposer door to reveal the screw underneath.
7. The Mainboard screws are ordered from 1–6. You don't have to follow the order, but you can use it to help keep track of the screws you've removed.
8. Use your Framework Screwdriver to remove the six 2.0 mm‑long T5 Torx screws securing the Mainboard.

9. Use your fingers to lift the bottom edge of the Mainboard enough to grip its edges.
10. Lift the Mainboard off its alignment pegs and remove it.