Introduction
This guide shows how to install and remove Expansion Cards for your Framework Laptop 16.
The Expansion Cards are hot-swappable. You can install and remove them without turning off your laptop.
If you have the AMD Ryzen™ AI 300 Series, click here for information on Expansion Card compatibility.
If you have the AMD Ryzen™ 7040 Series, click here for information on Expansion Card compatibility.
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Close the laptop and flip it over.
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The next two steps show how to install an Expansion Card.
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Slide an Expansion Card into an Expansion Card slot.
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You don't need to unlock the latch to install the Expansion Cards—only when you want to remove them.
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The Expansion Cards should click into place, and the front edge should be flush with the laptop.
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If there's a red bar showing under the Expansion Card latch, use your finger to flip the latch and lock the row of Expansion Cards above it.
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Locking the Expansion Card slots helps keep the cards in place when you unplug cables from them.
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The next two steps show how to remove an Expansion Card.
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Use your finger to flip the Expansion Card latch into the unlocked position.
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The latch displays a red bar when it's unlocked.
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Grip the lip of the Expansion Card with your fingers.
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Pull the Expansion Card out of its slot and remove it.
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This might take some initial force. If you're having trouble, make sure the locking tab is properly unlocked.
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If you need help, contact Framework support.
If you need help, contact Framework support.
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