Framework Laptop 16" Expansion Bay Fan Replacement
Use this guide to replace one or both expansion bay fans in your Framework 16" laptop.
Note: the laptop used in this guide is a generic setup of one US keyboard, one numpad module, and two touchpad spacers. Your setup might vary, but the procedure should remain the same.
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Use your fingernail to pull out the two Input Module latches and unlock them.
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Use your fingers to slide the touchpad spacer toward the bottom edge of the laptop and unclip it.
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Lift the touchpad spacer off the laptop and remove it.
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Use your fingers to slide the touchpad toward the bottom edge of the laptop and disconnect it.
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Lift the touchpad and remove it.
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Place the touchpad flat on its cutout so its clips are properly aligned.
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Press the touchpad down and slide it into place so it lines up evenly with the bottom edge of the laptop.
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Grip the two pull tabs along the bottom of the keyboard.
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Lift the pull tabs until the keyboard magnets release.
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Remove the keyboard.
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Grip the pull tab at the bottom of the numpad.
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Lift the pull tab until the numpad magnets release.
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Remove the numpad.
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Lift the interposer door by its black pull tab and let it rest upright.
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Lift the pull tab on the interposer and let it rest vertically to access all of its screws.
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Use a T5 Torx screwdriver to loosen the three captive screws securing the interposer.
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If you have the graphics module, use a T5 Torx screwdriver to loosen the four captive screws securing the interposer.
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Use a T5 Torx screwdriver to loosen the two captive screws securing the expansion bay.
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Close the interposer door before continuing.
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Close your laptop and flip it over.
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Slide the expansion bay out of the laptop and remove it.
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Use the flat end of a spudger, or a clean fingernail, to lift up and release the locking tab on the fan ZIF connector.
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Use a T5 Torx screwdriver to loosen the four captive screws securing the fan.
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Use one hand to press the fan cable flat to the module.
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Use your other hand to pull the fan out of its housing, making sure to thread the cable though its slot.
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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.
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.
