Framework Laptop 16 Bottom Cover Removal

ID: 199508

Description:

Steps:

1. While supporting the Top Cover with one hand, use your Framework Screwdriver to remove the four 3.9 mm‑long screws on each hinge connected to the Bottom Cover (8 total).

2. Lift the Top Cover from the Bottom Cover and remove it.

3. Lift up the interposer door to reveal the screw underneath.
4. 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.
5. Use your Framework Screwdriver to remove the six 2.0 mm‑long T5 Torx screws securing the Mainboard.

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