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Before beginning, make sure to shut down your Framework Laptop.
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If the system is still powered on, you will see the chassis intrusion lights flashing red and blue when the Touchpad and Input Modules are removed.
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In order to remove the Input Modules from the Framework Laptop 16, begin by opening the Input Deck Latches on each side of the Laptop.
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When the latches are open you can see the red printed on the latch.
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To remove the Touchpad Spacers, slide them down and then they will lift away easily.
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If there is resistance, make sure that the Input Deck Latches are open (see previous step).
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After removing the Spacers, the Touchpad module can be removed in the same way. Gently slide it downwards from both sides and then lift away as shown.
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To remove the Keyboard lift from the bottom using the pull tabs, and once lifted up the Keyboard module should lift out without resistance.
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If your pull tabs are no longer attached, you can carefully use the spudger side of the Framework Screwdriver to lift the module away.
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Remove your Input Modules or Spacers in the same way as the Keyboard, lifting from the bottom using the pull tabs as shown.
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Remember to power off the system and unplug the USB-C power cable before you open the Interposer Door.
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You can access the Interposer and change the Expansion Bay Module without removing the Mid Plate.
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Flip open the Interposer Door using the pull tab provided.
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Make sure that the door is closed again before closing the Laptop lid to avoid any risk of damage to the display.
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Loosen the 3 captive fasteners, and then use the pull tab to lift the Expansion Bay Shell Interposer out. These are captive fasteners, meaning that they will stay attached to the Interposer.
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The Interposer should lift out easily. If you feel any resistance, check that all 3 fasteners are loosened, and do not force it.
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Loosen the two captive fasteners that secure the Expansion Bay Shell.
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Note that these fasteners are captive and will remain attached to the bracket.
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With the Interposer installed, close the Interposer Door.
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With the Framework Laptop 16 closed, turn the Laptop over and gently slide the Expansion Bay Shell up from the Expansion Bay slot as shown to remove it.
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If the Expansion Bay Shell seems stuck do not force it. Make sure that the captive fasteners are correctly loosened (see previous steps).
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