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Component damaged in the framework laptop

Component damaged in the framework laptop

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Minion_PT
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08-09-2023, 10:17 PM
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Hey, your brother's laptop is acting up and you discovered a burned part inside. Someone might recognize it and know how to handle it. Let me know if you need help identifying the component or fixing it!
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08-09-2023, 10:17 PM #1

Hey, your brother's laptop is acting up and you discovered a burned part inside. Someone might recognize it and know how to handle it. Let me know if you need help identifying the component or fixing it!

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08-11-2023, 06:26 AM
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It seems several parts in this section require replacement. Determining why the first part became damaged is also necessary. If you replace the faulty piece, it might reoccur if the underlying issue was elsewhere on the board. Can it be resolved? Yes technically, but you’d need specialized tools such as an Ohm meter (to understand proper resistance) and a hot air rework station (since nearby chips appear compromised). You’d likely need to use flux to assist heating and clearing debris. The capacitors in the vicinity may also need replacement, though finding their values without damaging a nearby board is tricky. Sourcing compatible chips would be challenging if they’re severely damaged. DIY repair isn’t advisable here. If you manage to fix any short circuits, the board might restart, but the responsible circuitry will remain nonfunctional. If the burn caused a direct 12V path to the CPU or GPU, discarding the entire board may be the only option.
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08-11-2023, 06:26 AM #2

It seems several parts in this section require replacement. Determining why the first part became damaged is also necessary. If you replace the faulty piece, it might reoccur if the underlying issue was elsewhere on the board. Can it be resolved? Yes technically, but you’d need specialized tools such as an Ohm meter (to understand proper resistance) and a hot air rework station (since nearby chips appear compromised). You’d likely need to use flux to assist heating and clearing debris. The capacitors in the vicinity may also need replacement, though finding their values without damaging a nearby board is tricky. Sourcing compatible chips would be challenging if they’re severely damaged. DIY repair isn’t advisable here. If you manage to fix any short circuits, the board might restart, but the responsible circuitry will remain nonfunctional. If the burn caused a direct 12V path to the CPU or GPU, discarding the entire board may be the only option.

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Mel_Kawaii
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08-13-2023, 08:20 PM
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You can contact Frame.work support for assistance. From a Louis Rossmann video, I recall they provide schematics in return for an NDA agreement. Regarding the image, it's unclear without seeing it directly, but it seems the top layer of the circuit board has been removed, revealing a copper sub-layer. If this is true, replacing the entire board would be advisable. Is your computer still covered under warranty? Good luck!
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Mel_Kawaii
08-13-2023, 08:20 PM #3

You can contact Frame.work support for assistance. From a Louis Rossmann video, I recall they provide schematics in return for an NDA agreement. Regarding the image, it's unclear without seeing it directly, but it seems the top layer of the circuit board has been removed, revealing a copper sub-layer. If this is true, replacing the entire board would be advisable. Is your computer still covered under warranty? Good luck!

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08-20-2023, 07:50 PM
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It's not covered under warranty. I believe we're planning to purchase a new laptop and explore what the screen, case, and keyboard offer.
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08-20-2023, 07:50 PM #4

It's not covered under warranty. I believe we're planning to purchase a new laptop and explore what the screen, case, and keyboard offer.

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08-20-2023, 07:59 PM
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It’s a good concept though; you can contact them to see what options exist. You might also purchase a motherboard and fit it into your current setup, like a case or screen. This approach makes sense.
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08-20-2023, 07:59 PM #5

It’s a good concept though; you can contact them to see what options exist. You might also purchase a motherboard and fit it into your current setup, like a case or screen. This approach makes sense.

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08-20-2023, 11:26 PM
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But the device is damaged and the laptop isn’t working properly, so I’m worried about being held responsible for fixing it further. You might be able to buy a new laptop for a fraction of the cost of replacing the main board. I’m also unsure what caused the short—maybe there’s an issue with the case or something else unknown. Could I connect the display to an external monitor instead? Honestly, I don’t want to contribute to electronic waste.
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08-20-2023, 11:26 PM #6

But the device is damaged and the laptop isn’t working properly, so I’m worried about being held responsible for fixing it further. You might be able to buy a new laptop for a fraction of the cost of replacing the main board. I’m also unsure what caused the short—maybe there’s an issue with the case or something else unknown. Could I connect the display to an external monitor instead? Honestly, I don’t want to contribute to electronic waste.

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