Introduction
Use this guide to replace the Input Cover in your Framework 13 laptop.
What you need
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Unplug all cables and fully shut down your laptop from the OS.
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Use your Framework Screwdriver to loosen the five captive T5 Torx screws securing the Input Cover.
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Flip over your laptop and open it.
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Use your fingers to lift the Input Cover up and release it from its magnets.
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Flip the top of the Input Cover so the Keyboard is facing down.
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Rest the Input Cover over the Battery, making sure the Touchpad Cable isn't being strained.
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Insert your finger into the Touchpad Cable press connector loop.
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Lift up to disconnect the Touchpad Cable from the Mainboard.
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Congratulations on completing disassembly! The remaining steps will show how to reassemble your Framework Laptop.
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Before continuing, check the Touchpad Cable's ZIF connector located on the back of the Touchpad:
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Make sure the white line on the cable is parallel to and adjacent with the socket.
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If the cable isn't inserted far enough, use the flat end of the Framework Screwdriver to flip up the black latch, reposition the cable, and lock the latch.
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Position the Input Cover, Keyboard down, on top of the laptop so it just covers the battery.
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Insert your finger into the Touchpad Cable press connector loop.
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Align the press connector over its socket and press down with your finger.
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Flip the Input Cover over the laptop and align the bottom edges.
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Use your Framework Screwdriver to tighten the five captive T5 Torx screws securing the Input Cover.
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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.
