Framework Desktop Wi-Fi Module Replacement

Rotate the Handle's screw threads counterclockwise on both sides until it comes free.

Remove the Handle.

Use your finger to lift up the two D-rings on the Top Panel screws.

Use your fingers to twist the screw counter-clockwise and loosen it.

Remove the Top Panel screw.

Repeat the same procedure for the other Top Panel screw.

Slide the Top Panel towards the rear of the computer to release the clips securing it to the chassis.

Lift the Top Panel off the chassis and remove it.

Use your fingers to grip the top of the Right Panel and slide it upward to release its clips.

Remove the Right Panel.

Lay the left side of the Desktop on your work surface so the underside of the Mainboard is facing upward.

Use your Framework Desktop Screwdriver to remove the 7.0 mm‑long Phillips screw securing the Wi-Fi module.

Use your fingers to slide the Wi-Fi module cover straight off the bottom of the module.

Remove the cover.

Press and hold the Wi-Fi module down with your fingers.

Use your fingers to grip the white antenna cable, as close to the metal head as possible.

Gently lift the connector straight up to disconnect the white antenna cable.

Repeat the procedure with the black antenna cable.

Grip the Wi-Fi module by its edges and pull it straight out of its socket.

Remove the Wi-Fi module.

Congratulations on completing disassembly! The remaining steps will show how to reassemble your Framework Desktop.

Align the Wi-Fi module's gold contacts and notch with the socket on the Mainboard.

Insert the Wi-Fi module into the socket at a shallow angle. The gold contacts should mostly be covered by the socket.

Hold the Wi-Fi module down with your fingers.

Position the black antenna cable connector over the left Wi-Fi module's coaxial socket.

Use your finger to press the connector into place. You should feel a faint click, and the cable will stay attached to the socket by itself.

Repeat the procedure with the white antenna cable.

Hook the Wi-Fi bracket over the corner of the Wi-Fi module opposite the antenna cables.

Rotate the bracket over the Wi-Fi module, making sure the screw hole isn't being obstructed by the antenna cables.

Use your Framework Desktop Screwdriver to install the screw securing the Wi-Fi module.

Slide the Right Panel onto the right edge of the chassis, from top to bottom, and press it flat to ensure its clips are slotted into place.

Push the Right Panel towards the base of the computer to engage the clips.

Orient the Top Panel so its arrow is pointing towards the rear of the computer.

While holding the Top Panel at a slight downward angle, slide it across the top of the chassis (from rear to front) until you feel its clips catch.

Lay the Top Panel flat on the chassis to align the remaining clips.

While securing the computer with one hand, use the other hand to slide the Top Panel towards the front of the computer to close the gap and engage the clips.

Place the Handle over the Top Panel screw holes.

While holding the Handle in place, twist the screw threads on both sides clockwise until they're snug on the Top Panel.

Insert the top panel screw into its hole and twist clockwise until it feels snug.

Repeat the same procedure for the other top panel screw.

Use your finger to close the two D-rings on the top panel screws.