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Framework Laptop 12 Fastener Guide

Introduction

Did you lose a screw in your Framework Laptop 12? Fear not! Follow this guide to replace your missing screws with the Framework Laptop 12 Fastener Kit.

The Fastener Kit only replaces the non-captive screws in your laptop.

Use the links below to jump to the part and find which screw to use:

What you need

  1. Framework Laptop 12 Fastener Guide, Fasteners information: step 1, image 1 of 2 Framework Laptop 12 Fastener Guide, Fasteners information: step 1, image 2 of 2

    • The Fastener Kit contains the following:

    • Nine grey screws labeled "M1.6 1.5mm fastener with a 5.5mm diameter 0.6mm thick T5 head"

    • Five silver screws labeled "M1.6 2.5mm fastener with a 3.5mm diameter 0.5mm thick T5 head"

    • Six black screws labeled "M1.6 3.5mm fastener with a 3.0mm diameter 1.3mm thick T5 head"

    • Nine gold screws labeled "M2 2.0mm fastener with a 6.0mm diameter 0.5mm thick T5 head"

    • Seven silver screws labeled "M2 2.8mm fastener with a 4.0mm diameter 0.5mm thick T5 head"

    • Seven silver screws labeled "M1.6 4.0mm fastener with a 4.6mm diameter 0.6mm thick T5 head"

    • Your Framework Laptop comes with a spare screw of each size, attached to the chassis above the battery. You can use the Fastener Kit to replenish any screws you used there.

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  2. Framework Laptop 12 Fastener Guide, Antenna screws: step 2, image 1 of 3 Framework Laptop 12 Fastener Guide, Antenna screws: step 2, image 2 of 3 Framework Laptop 12 Fastener Guide, Antenna screws: step 2, image 3 of 3

    • Use the gold screws labeled "M2 2.0mm fastener with a 6.0mm diameter 0.5mm thick T5 head" to secure the antennas.

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  3. Framework Laptop 12 Fastener Guide, Display screws: step 3, image 1 of 2 Framework Laptop 12 Fastener Guide, Display screws: step 3, image 2 of 2

    • Use the silver screws labeled "M2 2.8mm fastener with a 4.0mm diameter 0.5mm thick T5 head" to secure the display.

    • Tighten the screws until they're snug. Don't over-tighten them, or you may break the screw tabs.

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  4. Framework Laptop 12 Fastener Guide, Expansion Card lock screws: step 4, image 1 of 3 Framework Laptop 12 Fastener Guide, Expansion Card lock screws: step 4, image 2 of 3 Framework Laptop 12 Fastener Guide, Expansion Card lock screws: step 4, image 3 of 3

    • Use the black screws labeled "M1.6 3.5mm fastener with a 3.0mm diameter 1.3mm thick T5 head" to secure the Expansion Card latches.

    • Use the silver screws labeled "M1.6 2.5mm fastener with a 3.5mm diameter 0.5mm thick T5 head" to replace the Expansion Card lock screws.

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  6. Framework Laptop 12 Fastener Guide, Hinge screws (bottom): step 5, image 1 of 3 Framework Laptop 12 Fastener Guide, Hinge screws (bottom): step 5, image 2 of 3 Framework Laptop 12 Fastener Guide, Hinge screws (bottom): step 5, image 3 of 3

    • Use the silver screws labeled "M2 4.0mm fastener with a 4.6mm diameter 0.6mm thick T5 head" to secure the hinges to the Bottom Cover.

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  7. Framework Laptop 12 Fastener Guide, Hinge screws (top): step 6, image 1 of 3 Framework Laptop 12 Fastener Guide, Hinge screws (top): step 6, image 2 of 3 Framework Laptop 12 Fastener Guide, Hinge screws (top): step 6, image 3 of 3

    • Use the gold screws labeled "M2 2.0mm fastener with a 6.0mm diameter 0.5mm thick T5 head" to secure the hinges to the Top Cover.

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  8. Framework Laptop 12 Fastener Guide, Power Button screw: step 7, image 1 of 2 Framework Laptop 12 Fastener Guide, Power Button screw: step 7, image 2 of 2

    • Use the grey screw labeled "M1.6 1.5mm fastener with a 5.5mm diameter 0.6mm thick T5 head" to secure the Power Button.

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  9. Framework Laptop 12 Fastener Guide, SSD clip screw: step 8, image 1 of 2 Framework Laptop 12 Fastener Guide, SSD clip screw: step 8, image 2 of 2

    • Use the black screw labeled "M1.6 3.5mm fastener with a 3.0mm diameter 1.3mm thick T5 head" to secure the SSD clip.

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  10. Framework Laptop 12 Fastener Guide, Touchpad screws: step 9, image 1 of 3 Framework Laptop 12 Fastener Guide, Touchpad screws: step 9, image 2 of 3 Framework Laptop 12 Fastener Guide, Touchpad screws: step 9, image 3 of 3

    • Use the grey screws labeled "M1.6 1.5mm fastener with a 5.5mm diameter 0.6mm thick T5 head" to secure the touchpad.

    • Use the gold screws labeled "M2 2.0mm fastener with a 6.0mm diameter 0.5mm thick T5 head" to secure the touchpad pogo connector.

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  11. Framework Laptop 12 Fastener Guide, Webcam screws: step 10, image 1 of 2 Framework Laptop 12 Fastener Guide, Webcam screws: step 10, image 2 of 2

    • Use the silver screws labeled "M2 2.8mm fastener with a 4.0mm diameter 0.5mm thick T5 head" to secure the webcam.

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Conclusion

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