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Framework Laptop 12 Input Cover Replacement

Introduction

Follow this guide to remove and replace the Input Cover in your Framework Laptop 12.

The Input Cover (aka top cover or keyboard cover) is the piece that contains the keyboard and touchpad. You can easily remove the Input Cover and swap in one with a different keyboard layout or color.

What you need

  1. Framework Laptop 12 Input Cover Replacement, Power down your laptop: step 1, image 1 of 3 Framework Laptop 12 Input Cover Replacement, Power down your laptop: step 1, image 2 of 3 Framework Laptop 12 Input Cover Replacement, Power down your laptop: step 1, image 3 of 3

    • Before you begin repairs, unplug your laptop and shut it down from the operating system. This ensures that the laptop isn't in standby/suspend mode.

    • The indicator LEDs along the edges should be unlit. The laptop should be silent.

    • If you accidentally turn on the laptop during repair, hold the power button down for 10 seconds to shut it down.

    • Make sure your Framework Screwdriver has the T5 Torx bit (labeled as T-5) facing outwards. If it's not, pull the bit out and flip it.

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  2. Framework Laptop 12 Input Cover Replacement, Set your laptop down: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Set your Framework Laptop face-down on a clean work surface.

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  3. Framework Laptop 12 Input Cover Replacement, Loosen the bottom screws: step 3, image 1 of 2 Framework Laptop 12 Input Cover Replacement, Loosen the bottom screws: step 3, image 2 of 2

    • Use your Framework Screwdriver to fully loosen the eight captive T5 Torx screws on the bottom of your laptop.

    • Most screws in your Framework Laptop (including these) are captive—they're designed to stay in place after you loosen them.

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  4. Framework Laptop 12 Input Cover Replacement, Flip your laptop over: step 4, image 1 of 1

    • Flip your laptop over so it's face-up on your work surface.

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  6. Framework Laptop 12 Input Cover Replacement, Open your laptop: step 5, image 1 of 2 Framework Laptop 12 Input Cover Replacement, Open your laptop: step 5, image 2 of 2

    • Open the laptop lid so that both the screen and the base lie flat on your work surface.

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  7. Framework Laptop 12 Input Cover Replacement, Remove the Input Cover: step 6, image 1 of 3 Framework Laptop 12 Input Cover Replacement, Remove the Input Cover: step 6, image 2 of 3 Framework Laptop 12 Input Cover Replacement, Remove the Input Cover: step 6, image 3 of 3

    • Use your fingers to grip the Input Cover in the hinge cutouts.

    • Lift upwards to swing the Input Cover up from the base of the laptop.

    • Magnets hold the Input Cover down, so you'll feel some resistance. If it feels stuck, check that you've fully loosened all the screws on the bottom of your laptop.

    • Remove the Input Cover.

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  8. Framework Laptop 12 Input Cover Replacement, Disassembly complete: step 7, image 1 of 1

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

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  9. Framework Laptop 12 Input Cover Replacement, Install the Input Cover: step 8, image 1 of 3 Framework Laptop 12 Input Cover Replacement, Install the Input Cover: step 8, image 2 of 3 Framework Laptop 12 Input Cover Replacement, Install the Input Cover: step 8, image 3 of 3

    • Angle the bottom edge of the Input Cover towards the base of the laptop.

    • Align and insert the bottom edge of the Input Cover into the base of the laptop.

    • Make sure the slots along the bottom edge of the Input Cover slide into the tabs in the base.

    • Lower the Input Cover's top edge onto the laptop until the magnets snap it in place.

    • Make sure the Input Cover sits neatly within the laptop frame and no corners are popping up.

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  10. Framework Laptop 12 Input Cover Replacement, Close and flip your laptop: step 9, image 1 of 2 Framework Laptop 12 Input Cover Replacement, Close and flip your laptop: step 9, image 2 of 2

    • Close the laptop lid.

    • Flip your laptop face-down on a clean work surface.

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  11. Framework Laptop 12 Input Cover Replacement, Tighten the bottom screws: step 10, image 1 of 2 Framework Laptop 12 Input Cover Replacement, Tighten the bottom screws: step 10, image 2 of 2

    • Use your Framework Screwdriver to tighten the eight captive T5 Torx screws on the bottom of your laptop.

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

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Conclusion

You finished fixing your Framework Laptop!

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

If you need help, contact Framework support.

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