Framework Laptop 16" SSD Replacement
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Introduction
Go to step 1 ↓Use this guide to replace the SSD, or the storage, in your Framework 16" laptop.
The Framework 16" laptop supports two SSD slots: one "primary" M.2 2280 card and one "secondary" M.2 2230 card. The primary card sits on top of the secondary card, so you can use this guide to replace both cards.
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.
What you need
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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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Grip the black pull tab on the midframe cable press connector.
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Lift up to disconnect the midframe cable.
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Use a T5 Torx screwdriver to loosen the 16 captive screws securing the midframe.
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Use your fingernail to lift the bottom edge of the midframe enough to grip it with your fingers.
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Use a T5 Torx screwdriver to loosen the three captive screws securing the battery.
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Grip the black pull tab at the top of the battery.
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Lift the pull tab to disconnect the battery connector.
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Remove the battery.
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Use a T5 Torx screwdriver to remove the 2 mm‑long screw securing the SSD.
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Grip the end of the SSD with the screw hole and slide it out of its socket.
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Remove the SSD.
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If you're installing a secondary M.2 2230 SSD, remove the 2 mm‑long screw next to the gray thermal pad and follow the same removal procedure.
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Ask FixBot
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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