Framework Laptop 11 Speaker Repair
Complete guide to Framework Laptop 11 speaker repair. Cost estimates, difficulty level, time required, and environmental impact.
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💰 Cost Breakdown
💡 Tip: Costs vary by location and repair shop. Authorized service centers typically charge more than independent repair shops.
🔧 Repair Overview
Speaker Repair is one of the most common repairs for Framework Laptop 11. This repair involves replacing the damaged audio component with a new or refurbished part. The process typically takes 30 min - 1 hour and requires moderate skill level.
🔧 Required Tools
🔩 Replacement Parts
What You'll Need
- Replacement audio part (OEM or aftermarket)
- Precision screwdriver set (Phillips #000 or pentalobe)
- Opening tools (plastic spudger, suction cup)
- Adhesive strips or glue
- Clean workspace with good lighting
Step-by-Step Process
Step 1: Power down your laptop
Before you begin repairs, unplug your laptop and ***shut it down from the operating system***. This ensures that the laptop isn't in standby/suspend mode.
The indicator LEDs along the edges should be unlit. The laptop should be silent.
If you accidentally turn on the laptop during repair, hold the power button down for 10 seconds to shut it down.
Make sure your Framework Screwdriver has the T5 Torx bit (labeled as T-5) facing outwards. If it's not, pull the bit out and flip it.
Step 2: Set your laptop down
Set your Framework Laptop face-down on a clean work surface.
Step 3: Loosen the bottom screws
Use your Framework Screwdriver to fully loosen the eight captive T5 Torx screws on the bottom of your laptop.
Most screws in your Framework Laptop (including these) are captive—they're designed to stay in place after you loosen them.
Your laptop comes with a spare set of screws [link|https://guide-images.cdn.ifixit.com/igi/3hEii5p4yMbuLPlW.large|in the frame above the battery|new_window=true]. Be careful—the replacement screws aren't captive.
Step 4: Flip your laptop over
Flip your laptop over so it's face-up on your work surface.
Step 5: Open your laptop
Open the laptop lid so that both the screen and the base lie flat on your work surface.
Step 6: Remove the Input Cover
Use your fingers to grip the Input Cover in the hinge cutouts.
Lift upwards to swing the Input Cover up from the base of the laptop.
There are magnets holding the Input Cover down, so you'll feel some resistance. If it feels like a lot of force is required, check that you've fully loosened all the screws on the bottom of your laptop.
Remove the Input Cover.
Step 7: Loosen the battery screws
Use your Framework Screwdriver to loosen the six captive T5 Torx screws securing the battery.
Step 8: Disconnect the battery
Grab the orange battery tab with your fingers and lift straight up to disconnect the battery.
The battery connector can be tight, requiring some force. If it feels like part of the battery won't come up, check that the battery screws are fully loosened.
Step 9: Remove the battery
Lift and remove the battery from the laptop.
Step 10: Remove the Audio Board
Use your Framework Screwdriver to loosen the captive T5 Torx screw securing the Audio Board, located near the left edge of the laptop.
Step 11:
Use your fingers to lift the right edge of the Audio Board and pull it out of its recess.
Remove the Audio Board.
Step 12: Pry up the speaker connector
Use the flat end of your Framework Screwdriver to pry up the speaker connector from its recess near the top of the left speaker.
Step 13: Loosen the speaker screws
Use your Framework Screwdriver to loosen the four captive T5 Torx screws (two per speaker) securing the speakers.
Step 14: Unthread the speaker wire
Use your Framework Screwdriver to lift and guide the wire connecting the two speakers out of the frame channel.
Use your Framework Screwdriver to lift the silver tape securing the center of the speaker wire to the frame.
If you're reusing the speakers, try to keep the silver tape intact.
Step 15: Remove the speakers
Remove the speakers.
Step 16: Disassembly complete
Congratulations on completing disassembly! ***The remaining steps will show how to reassemble your Framework Laptop.***
Step 17: Install the speakers
Use your Framework Screwdriver to loosely screw the left speaker in place.
Starting near the left speaker, use your fingers and your Framework Screwdriver to carefully press and guide the speaker wire back into its channel.
Zoom in on the second image to see how the wire sits in its channel.
Press the silver tape to adhere the center of the wire to the frame.
Step 18:
Use your Framework Screwdriver to tighten the four captive T5 Torx screws to secure the speakers.
The speaker screws have rubber bushings in them to dampen vibrations. Tighten the screws until they're snug. Don't over-tighten them, or you'll damage the bushings.
Step 19:
Use the flat end of your Framework Screwdriver to press the speaker connector into its recess.
Make sure the gold contacts are facing up.
Step 20:
Insert the Audio Board into the laptop at an angle to help align the headphone jack.
Use the two plastic alignment pins on the laptop to help with final alignment.
Step 21:
Use your Framework Screwdriver to tighten the captive T5 Torx screw to secure the Audio Board.
Step 22: Install the battery
Lay the battery in its recess in the laptop.
Step 23:
Use your finger to push the battery down near its connector to reconnect it.
Step 24:
Use your Framework Screwdriver to tighten the six captive T5 Torx screws to secure the battery.
Tighten the screws until they're snug. Don't over-tighten them, or you may strip the screws.
Step 25: Install the Input Cover
Angle the bottom edge of the Input Cover towards the base of the laptop.
Align and insert the bottom edge of the Input Cover into the base of the laptop.
Make sure the [link|https://guide-images.cdn.ifixit.com/igi/m4lQ4MZpOeDrBsfP.full|slots along the bottom edge of the Input Cover|new_window=true] slide into the tabs in the base.
Lower the Input Cover's top edge onto the laptop until the magnets snap it in place.
Make sure the Input Cover sits neatly within the laptop frame and no corners are popping up.
Step 26: Close and flip your laptop
Close the laptop lid.
Flip your laptop face-down on a clean work surface.
Step 27: Tighten the bottom screws
Use your Framework Screwdriver to tighten the eight captive T5 Torx screws on the bottom of your laptop.
Tighten the screws until they're snug. Don't over-tighten them, or you may strip the screws.
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DIY vs Professional Repair
✋ DIY Repair
- ✅ Lower cost (parts only: $30-$90)
- ✅ Learn new skills
- ❌ Risk of further damage
- ❌ No warranty
- ❌ Requires tools and time
🔧 Professional Repair
- ✅ Expert installation
- ✅ Warranty included
- ✅ Faster turnaround
- ❌ Higher cost ($50-$150)
- ❌ Need to find reputable shop
Environmental Impact
By choosing to repair your Framework Laptop 11 instead of replacing it, you're preventing approximately 262 kg of CO₂ emissions. Manufacturing a new Framework Laptop 11 generates 265 kg of CO₂, while this repair only produces about 3 kg of CO₂. That's a 99% reduction in carbon emissions!
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