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Framework Laptop 16" Wi-Fi Card Replacement

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  1. Framework Laptop 16" Wi-Fi Card Replacement, Before you begin: étape 1, image 1 de 2 Framework Laptop 16" Wi-Fi Card Replacement, Before you begin: étape 1, image 2 de 2
    • Unplug all cables and fully shut down your laptop.

    • If your repair requires a spudger, a T5 Torx, or a Phillips screwdriver, you can use the included Framework screwdriver. Whichever works best for you!

    • Framework recommends that you put your laptop into battery disconnect mode in the BIOS whenever removing the battery. Read how to do that here.

    • To disable this mode, click here.

  2. Framework Laptop 16" Wi-Fi Card Replacement, Unlock the Input Modules: étape 2, image 1 de 3 Framework Laptop 16" Wi-Fi Card Replacement, Unlock the Input Modules: étape 2, image 2 de 3 Framework Laptop 16" Wi-Fi Card Replacement, Unlock the Input Modules: étape 2, image 3 de 3
    • Use your fingernail to pull out the two Input Module latches and unlock them.

    • The latch will show red if it's unlocked.

  3. Framework Laptop 16" Wi-Fi Card Replacement, Remove the touchpad spacers: étape 3, image 1 de 3 Framework Laptop 16" Wi-Fi Card Replacement, Remove the touchpad spacers: étape 3, image 2 de 3 Framework Laptop 16" Wi-Fi Card Replacement, Remove the touchpad spacers: étape 3, image 3 de 3
    • Use your fingers to slide the touchpad spacer toward the bottom edge of the laptop and unclip it.

    • If you're having trouble, check if the corresponding Input Module latch is properly unlocked.

    • Lift the touchpad spacer off the laptop and remove it.

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    • Repeat the same procedure for the other touchpad spacer.

  5. Framework Laptop 16" Wi-Fi Card Replacement, Remove the touchpad: étape 5, image 1 de 3 Framework Laptop 16" Wi-Fi Card Replacement, Remove the touchpad: étape 5, image 2 de 3 Framework Laptop 16" Wi-Fi Card Replacement, Remove the touchpad: étape 5, image 3 de 3
    • Use your fingers to slide the touchpad toward the bottom edge of the laptop and disconnect it.

    • If you're having trouble, check if the Input Module latches are properly unlocked.

    • Lift the touchpad and remove it.

    • During reassembly, perform the following:

    • Place the touchpad flat on its cutout so its clips are properly aligned.

    • Press the touchpad down and slide it into place so it lines up evenly with the bottom edge of the laptop.

  6. Framework Laptop 16" Wi-Fi Card Replacement, Remove the keyboard: étape 6, image 1 de 3 Framework Laptop 16" Wi-Fi Card Replacement, Remove the keyboard: étape 6, image 2 de 3 Framework Laptop 16" Wi-Fi Card Replacement, Remove the keyboard: étape 6, image 3 de 3
    • The keyboard is held in place with strong magnets. Apply gradually increasing force to avoid having the keyboard violently eject.

    • Grip the two pull tabs along the bottom of the keyboard.

    • Lift the pull tabs until the keyboard magnets release.

    • Remove the keyboard.

    • During reassembly, make sure the keyboard is seated properly on its alignment pegs and sits evenly with the edges of the laptop.

  7. Framework Laptop 16" Wi-Fi Card Replacement, Remove the numpad: étape 7, image 1 de 3 Framework Laptop 16" Wi-Fi Card Replacement, Remove the numpad: étape 7, image 2 de 3 Framework Laptop 16" Wi-Fi Card Replacement, Remove the numpad: étape 7, image 3 de 3
    • The numpad is held in place with strong magnets. Apply gradually increasing force to avoid having the numpad violently eject.

    • Grip the pull tab at the bottom of the numpad.

    • Lift the pull tab until the numpad magnets release.

    • Remove the numpad.

    • During reassembly, make sure the numpad is seated properly on its alignment pegs and sits flush with the edges of the laptop.

  8. Framework Laptop 16" Wi-Fi Card Replacement, Disconnect the midframe cable: étape 8, image 1 de 2 Framework Laptop 16" Wi-Fi Card Replacement, Disconnect the midframe cable: étape 8, image 2 de 2
    • Grip the black pull tab on the midframe cable press connector.

    • Lift up to disconnect the midframe cable.

  9. Framework Laptop 16" Wi-Fi Card Replacement, Loosen the midframe screws: étape 9, image 1 de 2 Framework Laptop 16" Wi-Fi Card Replacement, Loosen the midframe screws: étape 9, image 2 de 2
    • The midframe screws are ordered from 2–17 (number 1 is the press connector). You don't have to follow the order, but you can use it to help keep track of the screws you've loosened.

    • Use a T5 Torx screwdriver to loosen the 16 captive screws securing the midframe.

    • During reassembly, follow the order (starting with 2) to reinstall the screws across the midframe evenly.

  10. Framework Laptop 16" Wi-Fi Card Replacement, Remove the midframe: étape 10, image 1 de 2 Framework Laptop 16" Wi-Fi Card Replacement, Remove the midframe: étape 10, image 2 de 2
    • Use your fingernail to lift the bottom edge of the midframe enough to grip it with your fingers.

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    • Lift the midframe off the laptop and remove it.

    • During reassembly, make sure the midframe sits evenly on its alignment pegs before tightening the screws.

  12. Framework Laptop 16" Wi-Fi Card Replacement, Loosen the battery screws: étape 12, image 1 de 2 Framework Laptop 16" Wi-Fi Card Replacement, Loosen the battery screws: étape 12, image 2 de 2
    • Use a T5 Torx screwdriver to loosen the three captive screws securing the battery.

  13. Framework Laptop 16" Wi-Fi Card Replacement, Remove the battery: étape 13, image 1 de 3 Framework Laptop 16" Wi-Fi Card Replacement, Remove the battery: étape 13, image 2 de 3 Framework Laptop 16" Wi-Fi Card Replacement, Remove the battery: étape 13, image 3 de 3
    • Grip the black pull tab at the top of the battery.

    • Lift the pull tab to disconnect the battery connector.

    • Remove the battery.

  14. Framework Laptop 16" Wi-Fi Card Replacement, Loosen the Wi-Fi card screw: étape 14, image 1 de 2 Framework Laptop 16" Wi-Fi Card Replacement, Loosen the Wi-Fi card screw: étape 14, image 2 de 2
    • Use a T5 Torx screwdriver to loosen the captive screw securing Wi-Fi card.

    • The Wi-Fi card might pop up at a shallow angle when you loosen the screw.

  15. Framework Laptop 16" Wi-Fi Card Replacement, Remove the Wi-Fi card: étape 15, image 1 de 2 Framework Laptop 16" Wi-Fi Card Replacement, Remove the Wi-Fi card: étape 15, image 2 de 2
    • Slide the clear Wi-Fi card cover straight off the card and remove it.

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    • Grip the end of the Wi-Fi card with the screw hole and slide it out of its socket.

    • Don't pull the Wi-Fi card too far from its socket, as it's still connected by two cables.

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    • Insert the flat end of a spudger under one of the coaxial connectors, where the cable meets the metal head.

    • Lift the spudger straight up to disconnect the coaxial cable.

    • Repeat for the other coaxial cable and remove the Wi-Fi card.

    • During reassembly, refer to the arrows on the Wi-Fi card for which cable (black or white) a connector belongs to.

Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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

Repair didn’t go as planned? Try some basic troubleshooting, or ask our Answers Community for help.

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