Framework Laptop 13 Pre-Built Edition Quick Start Guide

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Introduction

Congratulations on getting your capable hands on a Framework Laptop 13 Pre-Built Edition! Follow this quick start guide to assemble your laptop and get it running.

Step 1 Unbox your laptop

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Unbox your Framework Laptop and make sure you've received the following items:
Framework Laptop chassis with pre-installed Bezel, Memory, Storage, and Input Cover.
Expansion Cards
Power Adapter
Framework Screwdriver

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Step 2 Install the Expansion Cards

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Slide an Expansion Card into an Expansion Card slot.
The Expansion Cards should click into place, and the front edge should be flush with the laptop.
For Expansion Card compatibility, check here.
Repeat for the remaining Expansion Cards along that edge.

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Step 3

Repeat the previous step for the other row of Expansion Cards.

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Step 4 Assemble the Framework Power Adapter

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Plug the AC Cable into the Power Adapter.
Plug the USB-C Cable into the Power Adapter.
You can plug either end of the USB-C cable into the adapter.
Plug the AC Cable into a power outlet.

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Step 5 Plug in the laptop

Your Framework Laptop ships in shipping mode, where the battery is disabled until you plug the laptop in for the first time.
Plug the USB-C Cable into any USB-C port on your laptop.

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Step 6 Turn on the laptop

Your Framework Laptop is ready for use! Open the lid and press the power button at the top right corner of the laptop.
Follow this guide to check your BIOS.
For drivers, firmware, and software updates, check out this page.