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Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement

Introduction

Follow this guide to remove and replace the Expansion Card cables in your Framework Desktop.

These cables connect the two Expansion Card slots at the front of the Desktop to the Mainboard.

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  1. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Power down your Desktop: étape 1, image 1 de 2 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Power down your Desktop: étape 1, image 2 de 2

    • Before you begin repairs, shut down your Desktop from the operating system and unplug it.

    • Wait one minute before continuing to allow your Desktop to fully power down.

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  2. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Remove the Handle: étape 2, image 1 de 3 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Remove the Handle: étape 2, image 2 de 3 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Remove the Handle: étape 2, image 3 de 3

    • If you installed the Handle on your Desktop, follow this step. Otherwise, skip it.

    • Rotate the Handle's screw threads counterclockwise on both sides until it comes free.

    • Remove the Handle.

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  3. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Remove the Top Panel screws: étape 3, image 1 de 3 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Remove the Top Panel screws: étape 3, image 2 de 3 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Remove the Top Panel screws: étape 3, image 3 de 3

    • Use your finger to lift up the two D-rings on the Top Panel screws.

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  4. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement: étape 4, image 1 de 3 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement: étape 4, image 2 de 3 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement: étape 4, image 3 de 3

    • Use your fingers to twist the screw counter-clockwise and loosen it.

    • Remove the Top Panel screw.

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  5. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement: étape 5, image 1 de 3 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement: étape 5, image 2 de 3 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement: étape 5, image 3 de 3

    • Repeat the same procedure for the other Top Panel screw.

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  6. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Remove the Top Panel: étape 6, image 1 de 3 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Remove the Top Panel: étape 6, image 2 de 3 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Remove the Top Panel: étape 6, image 3 de 3

    • Slide the Top Panel towards the rear of the computer to release the clips securing it to the chassis.

    • If you're having a hard time gripping the Top Panel, use the screw holes to get a better handhold.

    • Lift the Top Panel off the chassis and remove it.

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  7. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Remove the Left Panel: étape 7, image 1 de 3 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Remove the Left Panel: étape 7, image 2 de 3 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Remove the Left Panel: étape 7, image 3 de 3

    • Use your fingers to grip the top of the Left Panel and slide it upward to release its clips.

    • Remove the Left Panel.

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  8. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Lay down the Desktop: étape 8, image 1 de 2 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Lay down the Desktop: étape 8, image 2 de 2

    • Lay down the Desktop on its side so the fan is facing upward.

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  9. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Disconnect the fan: étape 9, image 1 de 2 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Disconnect the fan: étape 9, image 2 de 2

    • Use your fingers to lift the APU fan cable connector off its four‑pronged socket on the Mainboard.

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  10. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement: étape 10, image 1 de 2 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement: étape 10, image 2 de 2

    • If you aren't using an RGB fan, then skip this step.

    • Use your fingers to lift the fan RGB cable connector off its three‑pronged socket on the Mainboard.

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  11. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Remove the CPU fan screws: étape 11, image 1 de 2 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Remove the CPU fan screws: étape 11, image 2 de 2

    • Use your Framework Desktop Screwdriver to remove the four 27.3 mm‑long Phillips screws securing the CPU fan and fan duct.

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  12. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Remove the fan duct: étape 12, image 1 de 2 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Remove the fan duct: étape 12, image 2 de 2

    • Lift the fan duct off the fan and remove it.

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  13. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Remove the fan: étape 13, image 1 de 3 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Remove the fan: étape 13, image 2 de 3 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Remove the fan: étape 13, image 3 de 3

    • Lift the fan out of the chassis, making sure the cables thread through the side of the heatsink.

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  14. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Disconnect the top Expansion Card cable: étape 14, image 1 de 2 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Disconnect the top Expansion Card cable: étape 14, image 2 de 2

    • Pull the top Expansion Card connector straight out of its socket in the Mainboard to disconnect it.

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  15. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Disconnect the main power cable: étape 15, image 1 de 2 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Disconnect the main power cable: étape 15, image 2 de 2

    • While squeezing the clip on the main power cable, pull it straight up and out of its socket to disconnect it.

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  16. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Disconnect the CPU power cable: étape 16, image 1 de 2 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Disconnect the CPU power cable: étape 16, image 2 de 2

    • While squeezing the clip on the CPU power cable, pull it straight up and out of its socket to disconnect it.

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  17. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Disconnect the bottom Expansion Card cable: étape 17, image 1 de 2 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Disconnect the bottom Expansion Card cable: étape 17, image 2 de 2

    • Pull the bottom Expansion Card connector straight out of its socket in the Mainboard to disconnect it.

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  18. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Reposition the Desktop: étape 18, image 1 de 2 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Reposition the Desktop: étape 18, image 2 de 2

    • Lift the Desktop so it stands upright on your work surface.

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  19. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Remove the Right Panel: étape 19, image 1 de 3 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Remove the Right Panel: étape 19, image 2 de 3 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Remove the Right Panel: étape 19, image 3 de 3

    • Use your fingers to grip the top of the Right Panel and slide it upward to release its clips.

    • Remove the Right Panel.

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  20. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Remove the top plate screws: étape 20, image 1 de 3 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Remove the top plate screws: étape 20, image 2 de 3 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Remove the top plate screws: étape 20, image 3 de 3

    • While holding the Desktop steady, use your Framework Desktop Screwdriver to remove the eight 4.0 mm‑long Phillips screws securing the top plate.

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  21. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Remove the top plate: étape 21, image 1 de 2 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Remove the top plate: étape 21, image 2 de 2

    • Lift the top plate off the Desktop and remove it.

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  22. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Reposition the Desktop: étape 22, image 1 de 2 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Reposition the Desktop: étape 22, image 2 de 2

    • Lay the left side of the Desktop on your work surface so the underside of the Mainboard is facing upward.

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  23. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Remove the Wi-Fi Module screw: étape 23, image 1 de 2 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Remove the Wi-Fi Module screw: étape 23, image 2 de 2

    • Use your Framework Desktop Screwdriver to remove the 7.0 mm‑long Phillips screw securing the Wi-Fi module.

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  24. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Disconnect the Wi-Fi module: étape 24, image 1 de 2 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Disconnect the Wi-Fi module: étape 24, image 2 de 2

    • Grip the Wi-Fi module by its edges and pull it straight out of its socket.

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  25. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Reposition the Wi-Fi module: étape 25, image 1 de 3 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Reposition the Wi-Fi module: étape 25, image 2 de 3 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Reposition the Wi-Fi module: étape 25, image 3 de 3

    • Move the Wi-Fi module towards the center of the Mainboard to keep it out of the way.

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  27. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Reposition the Desktop: étape 26, image 1 de 3 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Reposition the Desktop: étape 26, image 2 de 3 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Reposition the Desktop: étape 26, image 3 de 3

    • Rotate the Desktop onto its right side so the Mainboard is facing upward.

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  28. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Disconnect the power button: étape 27, image 1 de 2 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Disconnect the power button: étape 27, image 2 de 2

    • Use your fingers to lift the power button cable connector off its nine‑pronged socket on the Mainboard.

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  29. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Remove the Mainboard screws: étape 28, image 1 de 2 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Remove the Mainboard screws: étape 28, image 2 de 2

    • Use your Framework Desktop Screwdriver to remove the four 8.2 mm‑long Phillips screws securing the Mainboard.

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  30. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Remove the Mainboard: étape 29, image 1 de 3 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Remove the Mainboard: étape 29, image 2 de 3 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Remove the Mainboard: étape 29, image 3 de 3

    • Grab the Mainboard by its heatsink and pull it towards the front of the Desktop to slide it out of the rear port cutout.

    • Slide the Mainboard towards the top of the Desktop to remove it from the chassis.

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  31. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Remove the rear plate screws: étape 30, image 1 de 3 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Remove the rear plate screws: étape 30, image 2 de 3 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Remove the rear plate screws: étape 30, image 3 de 3

    • Use your Framework Desktop Screwdriver to remove the three 5.9 mm‑long Phillips screws securing the power supply.

    • Optionally, you can remove the six 4.0 mm‑long screws securing the rear plate to make removing the power supply easier.

    • If you don't remove the rear plate screws, skip the next step.

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  32. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Remove the rear plate: étape 31, image 1 de 2 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Remove the rear plate: étape 31, image 2 de 2

    • Pull the rear plate off the back of the Desktop and remove it.

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  33. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Remove the power supply screw: étape 32, image 1 de 2 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Remove the power supply screw: étape 32, image 2 de 2

    • Use your Framework Desktop Screwdriver to remove the 4.0 mm‑long Phillips screw securing the power supply.

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  34. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Reposition the power supply: étape 33, image 1 de 3 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Reposition the power supply: étape 33, image 2 de 3 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Reposition the power supply: étape 33, image 3 de 3

    • Lift the power supply out of its slot and let it rest on the left side of the Desktop.

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  35. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Remove the power supply: étape 34, image 1 de 3 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Remove the power supply: étape 34, image 2 de 3 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Remove the power supply: étape 34, image 3 de 3

    • Push the right Expansion Card cable through the gap between the power supply and its duct.

    • The gap is very small and might require some force to thread the cable through.

    • Remove the power supply.

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  36. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Loosen the Expansion Card cable screws: étape 35, image 1 de 2 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Loosen the Expansion Card cable screws: étape 35, image 2 de 2

    • Use your Framework Desktop Screwdriver to loosen the four captive T5 Torx screws securing the two Expansion Card cables.

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  37. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Remove the Expansion Card cables: étape 36, image 1 de 2 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Remove the Expansion Card cables: étape 36, image 2 de 2

    • Lift the Expansion Card cables out of the Desktop and remove them.

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  38. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Disassembly complete: étape 37, image 1 de 1

    • Congratulations on completing disassembly! The remaining steps will show how to reassemble your Framework Desktop.

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  39. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Place the Expansion Card cables: étape 38, image 1 de 2 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Place the Expansion Card cables: étape 38, image 2 de 2

    • Insert the the Expansion Card cable into its slot and align it over its two screw pegs.

    • Repeat for the other Expansion Card cable.

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  40. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Install the Expansion Card cable screws: étape 39, image 1 de 1

    • Use your Framework Desktop Screwdriver to install the four captive T5 Torx screws securing the two Expansion Card cables.

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  41. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Insert the Expansion card cable: étape 40, image 1 de 3 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Insert the Expansion card cable: étape 40, image 2 de 3 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Insert the Expansion card cable: étape 40, image 3 de 3

    • Thread the right Expansion card cable through the gap between the power supply and its duct.

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  42. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Place the power supply: étape 41, image 1 de 2 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Place the power supply: étape 41, image 2 de 2

    • Place the power supply into its slot in the bottom of the Desktop.

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  43. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Install the power supply screw: étape 42, image 1 de 2 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Install the power supply screw: étape 42, image 2 de 2

    • Use your Framework Desktop Screwdriver to install the 4.0 mm‑long Phillips screw securing the power supply.

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  44. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Place the rear plate: étape 43, image 1 de 2 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Place the rear plate: étape 43, image 2 de 2

    • If you didn't remove the rear plate, skip this step.

    • Place the rear plate onto the back of the Desktop.

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  45. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Install the rear plate screws: étape 44, image 1 de 3 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Install the rear plate screws: étape 44, image 2 de 3 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Install the rear plate screws: étape 44, image 3 de 3

    • Use your Framework Desktop Screwdriver to install the three 5.9 mm‑long Phillips screws securing the power supply.

    • If you removed the rear plate, install the six 4.0 mm‑long screws securing the rear plate.

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  46. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Place the Mainboard: étape 45, image 1 de 3 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Place the Mainboard: étape 45, image 2 de 3 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Place the Mainboard: étape 45, image 3 de 3

    • Grab the Mainboard by its heatsink and slide it into the chassis.

    • Align the rear ports with its cutout and the screw posts with the screw holes on the Mainboard.

    • You'll feel the Mainboard rest onto the screw posts when it's aligned properly.

    • Make sure no cables are trapped underneath the Mainboard before continuing.

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  47. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Install the Mainboard screws: étape 46, image 1 de 2 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Install the Mainboard screws: étape 46, image 2 de 2

    • Use your Framework Desktop Screwdriver to install the four 8.2 mm‑long Phillips screws securing the Mainboard.

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  48. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Connect the power button: étape 47, image 1 de 2 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Connect the power button: étape 47, image 2 de 2

    • Slide the power button cable over the nine-pronged connector on the Mainboard.

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  49. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Reposition the Desktop: étape 48, image 1 de 3 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Reposition the Desktop: étape 48, image 2 de 3 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Reposition the Desktop: étape 48, image 3 de 3

    • Rotate the Desktop onto its left side so the underside of the Mainboard is facing upward.

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  50. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Install the Wi-Fi module: étape 49, image 1 de 2 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Install the Wi-Fi module: étape 49, image 2 de 2

    • Hold the Wi-Fi module by its edges. Don't touch the gold contacts with your fingers. If you do, wipe the contacts with a clean, lint-free cloth to remove any finger oils.

    • Align the Wi-Fi module's gold contacts and notch with the socket on the Mainboard.

    • Insert the Wi-Fi module into the socket at a shallow angle. The gold contacts should mostly be covered by the socket.

    • The Wi-Fi module fits into the socket in one orientation. If it doesn't fit, try flipping the module.

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  51. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Install the Wi-Fi module screw: étape 50, image 1 de 2 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Install the Wi-Fi module screw: étape 50, image 2 de 2

    • Use your Framework Desktop Screwdriver to install the 7.0 mm‑long Phillips screw securing the Wi-Fi module.

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  52. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Reposition the Desktop: étape 51, image 1 de 2 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Reposition the Desktop: étape 51, image 2 de 2

    • Rotate the Desktop so it sits upright on your work surface.

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  53. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Place the top plate: étape 52, image 1 de 2 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Place the top plate: étape 52, image 2 de 2

    • Place the top plate on top of the Desktop, making sure it slots into the chassis so the orange circles are visible.

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  54. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement: étape 53, image 1 de 2 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement: étape 53, image 2 de 2

    • Make sure the matching screw hole on the top plate labeled "5/8" is slotted on the inside of the Chassis so that the orange circle is visible.

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  55. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Install the top plate screws: étape 54, image 1 de 3 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Install the top plate screws: étape 54, image 2 de 3 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Install the top plate screws: étape 54, image 3 de 3

    • While holding the Desktop steady, use your Framework Desktop Screwdriver to install the eight 4.0 mm‑long Phillips screws securing the top plate.

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  56. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Install the Right Panel: étape 55, image 1 de 3 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Install the Right Panel: étape 55, image 2 de 3 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Install the Right Panel: étape 55, image 3 de 3

    • Slide the Right Panel onto the right edge of the chassis, from top to bottom, and press it flat to ensure its clips are slotted into place.

    • There should be a small gap between the bottom of the Right Panel and the silver base.

    • Push the Right Panel towards the base of the computer to engage the clips.

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  57. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Reposition the Mainboard: étape 56, image 1 de 2 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Reposition the Mainboard: étape 56, image 2 de 2

    • Lay the right side of the Desktop on your work surface so the Mainboard is facing upward.

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  58. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Connect the bottom Expansion Card cable: étape 57, image 1 de 2 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Connect the bottom Expansion Card cable: étape 57, image 2 de 2

    • Slide the bottom Expansion Card cable into its socket on the Mainboard.

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  59. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Connect the CPU power cable: étape 58, image 1 de 2 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Connect the CPU power cable: étape 58, image 2 de 2

    • Orient the CPU power supply cable so its clip is facing the heatsink.

    • Slide the cable into its socket on the Mainboard until you feel it click into place.

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  60. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Connect the main power cable: étape 59, image 1 de 2 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Connect the main power cable: étape 59, image 2 de 2

    • Orient the main power supply cable so its clip is facing away from the heatsink.

    • Slide the cable into its socket on the Mainboard until you feel it click into place.

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  61. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Connect the top Expansion Card cable: étape 60, image 1 de 2 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Connect the top Expansion Card cable: étape 60, image 2 de 2

    • Slide the top Expansion Card cable into its socket on the Mainboard.

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  62. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Insert the fan: étape 61, image 1 de 3 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Insert the fan: étape 61, image 2 de 3 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Insert the fan: étape 61, image 3 de 3

    • Orient the fan so its label is facing downward and the cable(s) is pointing towards the top of the computer.

    • If your fan has an arrow indicating airflow direction, make sure it's pointed towards the heatsink.

    • If you're using a different fan, orient it such that the fan is blowing towards the heatsink, not away.

    • Lay the fan on top of the heatsink, making sure the cables are routed so they poke out of the hole on the top of the computer.

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  63. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement: étape 62, image 1 de 3 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement: étape 62, image 2 de 3 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement: étape 62, image 3 de 3

    • If the cables aren't routed properly, lift the fan up slightly and use your fingers to reposition the cables over the side of the heatsink.

    • If you're installing an RGB fan, make sure the "male" end of the RGB cable is covered and set aside in the corner of the chassis.

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  64. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Insert the fan duct: étape 63, image 1 de 2 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Insert the fan duct: étape 63, image 2 de 2

    • Lay the fan duct on top of the fan with the lip facing upward.

    • Align the screw holes on the fan duct with the ones on the fan.

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  65. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Install the fan screws: étape 64, image 1 de 2 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Install the fan screws: étape 64, image 2 de 2

    • Use your Framework Desktop Screwdriver to install the four 27.3 mm‑long screws securing the fan and fan duct.

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  66. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Connect the fan: étape 65, image 1 de 2 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Connect the fan: étape 65, image 2 de 2

    • Orient the main fan cable so its two vertical lines are facing you.

    • Slide the main fan cable over the four-pronged connector labeled "APU Fan," making sure the orange label slots between the vertical lines.

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  67. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Connect the RGB cable: étape 66, image 1 de 3 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Connect the RGB cable: étape 66, image 2 de 3 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Connect the RGB cable: étape 66, image 3 de 3

    • If you aren't using an RGB fan, then skip this step.

    • Orient the RGB cable so the arrow is on the right side of the connector.

    • Use your fingers to slide the RGB cable over the three pronged connector located to the right of the "APU Fan" connector.

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  68. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Install the Left Panel: étape 67, image 1 de 3 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Install the Left Panel: étape 67, image 2 de 3 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Install the Left Panel: étape 67, image 3 de 3

    • Slide the Left Panel onto the left edge of the chassis and press it flat to ensure its clips are slotted into place.

    • There should be a small gap between the bottom of the Left Panel and the silver base.

    • Push the Left Panel towards the base of the computer to close the gap and engage the clips.

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  69. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Install the Top Panel: étape 68, image 1 de 3 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Install the Top Panel: étape 68, image 2 de 3 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Install the Top Panel: étape 68, image 3 de 3

    • Orient the Top Panel so its arrow is pointing towards the rear of the computer.

    • While holding the Top Panel at a slight downward angle, slide it across the top of the chassis (from rear to front) until you feel its clips catch.

    • There should be a small gap between the Top Panel and the front of the Desktop.

    • Lay the Top Panel flat on the chassis to align the remaining clips.

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  70. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement: étape 69, image 1 de 2 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement: étape 69, image 2 de 2

    • While securing the computer with one hand, use the other hand to slide the Top Panel towards the front of the computer to close the gap and engage the clips.

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  71. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Install the Handle: étape 70, image 1 de 2 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Install the Handle: étape 70, image 2 de 2

    • If you're installing the Handle on your Desktop, follow this step. Otherwise, skip it.

    • Place the Handle over the Top Panel screw holes.

    • While holding the Handle in place, twist the screw threads on both sides clockwise until they're snug on the Top Panel.

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  72. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Install the top panel screws: étape 71, image 1 de 3 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Install the top panel screws: étape 71, image 2 de 3 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement, Install the top panel screws: étape 71, image 3 de 3

    • Insert the top panel screw into its hole and twist clockwise until it feels snug.

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  73. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement: étape 72, image 1 de 3 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement: étape 72, image 2 de 3 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement: étape 72, image 3 de 3

    • Repeat the same procedure for the other top panel screw.

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  74. Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement: étape 73, image 1 de 3 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement: étape 73, image 2 de 3 Framework Desktop Expansion Card Cables Replacement: étape 73, image 3 de 3

    • Use your finger to close the two D-rings on the top panel screws.

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Conclusion

You finished fixing your Framework Desktop!

Take your e-waste to an R2 or e-Stewards certified recycler.

If you need help, contact Framework support.

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