Optimizing Ubuntu Battery Life

January 21 2025 10:40pm
In this article, we'll look at what is the safest, easiest way to get the most battery life out of your Framework laptop.The instructions here will address ...

Optimizing Fedora Battery Life

January 21 2025 10:44pm
In this article, we'll look at what is the safest, easiest way to get the most battery life out of your Framework laptop.The instructions here will address ...

High battery drain in Standby

July 7 2022 9:47pm
If you're seeing high battery drain in Modern Standby, there are a couple of things you can try.Also check the article on Battery Life and Battery Health fo...

How much battery life does the Framework Laptop have?

July 12 2022 6:32pm
Battery life depends a lot on the workload being run as well as conditions like screen brightness and network access.  We've benchmarked Mobilemark 201...

How do I replace the battery in my Framework Laptop?

July 7 2022 10:32pm
Check out the Battery Replacement Guide for step by step details regarding how to remove and install a new Battery in your Framework Laptop....

How do I replace the RTC Battery in my Framework Laptop?

July 12 2022 6:35pm
The RTC Battery (sometimes called CMOS Battery) is a tiny coin cell battery on the Mainboard that preserves the system clock and hardware state.  It's ...

Do I need to disconnect the battery before repairing the Framework Laptop?

August 10 2021 12:52am
We've designed the Framework Laptop to allow most repairs and upgrades without disconnecting the Battery.  Because the Battery connector is sensitive, ...

Which rechargeable RTC battery can I use in Framework Laptop 13?

June 8 2023 8:30pm
Warning: Only use rechargeable 3V RTC batteries.  Inserting a non-rechargeable battery could result in serious damage.We’ve designed the Framework La...

Does the Framework Laptop 13 (AMD Ryzen 7040 Series) include a RTC/CMOS battery on the mainboard?

June 28 2024 5:33pm
No, the Framework Laptop 13 (AMD Ryzen 7040 Series) does not include a RTC/CMOS battery on the mainboard as the main laptop battery provides the necessary power...

Linux on Framework Laptops Tools and Scripts

February 25 2025 8:14am
This collection of scripts and guides from Framework's GitHub repositories offers tools and resources to optimize, troubleshoot, and enhance various aspects...

Framework Laptop BIOS and Driver Releases (12th Gen Intel® Core™)

April 16 2024 10:13pm
Please note that this software is for 12th Gen Intel® Core™ Framework Laptops ONLY!For other Framework Laptops, please read the article located HERE.&...

Framework Laptop 13 BIOS and Driver Releases (AMD Ryzen™ 7040 Series)

March 14 2025 10:29pm
Please note that this software is for Framework Laptop 13 (AMD Ryzen™ 7040 Series) ONLY!For other Framework Laptops, please read the article located ...

Framework Laptop BIOS and Driver Releases (13th Gen Intel® Core™)

February 7 2025 1:15am
Please note that this software is for Framework Laptop 13 (13th Gen Intel® Core™) ONLY!For other Framework Laptops, please read the article located&nb...

Framework Laptop BIOS and Driver Releases (Intel® Core™ Ultra Series 1)

March 25 2025 11:43pm
Please note that this software is for Framework Laptop 13 (Intel® Core™ Ultra Series 1) ONLY!For other Framework Laptops, please read the article loca...

Framework Laptop 16 BIOS and Driver Releases

December 6 2024 2:09am
Please note that this software is for Framework Laptop 16 (AMD Ryzen™ 7040 Series) ONLY!For other Framework Laptops, please read the article located ...

Updating BIOS on Linux

March 10 2025 6:22pm
There are two release types we use at Framework to get our customers onto the latest BIOS releases. This KB article will walk you through the two BIOS types we ...

Tuning the performance of your Framework Laptop 16 on Windows 11

December 28 2023 7:00pm
There are a number of measures you can take to make sure that you are getting the most performance out of your Framework Laptop 16 on Windows 11, we have listed...

Expansion Slot Power Draw Expectations

January 27 2025 7:30pm
Some expansion slots utilize more power than others. This holds true when in a state of suspend as well.- Framework Laptop 13 AMD Ryzen 7040 Series (Slots 1 and...

My Framework Laptop (Intel 11th Gen Intel® Core™) is not powering on

August 9 2023 4:15pm
Powering on the first timeYou'll need to plug in external power to power on for the first time. When the laptop is charging, the LED on the side of the lapt...

Backlight behavior on Framework Laptop (12th Gen Intel® Core™)

July 7 2022 8:42pm
The Framework Laptop (12th Gen Intel® Core™) mainboard can automatically adjust the screen brightness and contrast based on content that’s displ...

Why is my fan making noise?

September 19 2022 9:41pm
First, check if there is an application causing heavy CPU utilization.  In Windows 10, you can open Task Manager by pressing Ctrl+Alt+Delete and clicking T...

Framework Laptop 13 BIOS and Driver Releases (AMD Ryzen™ AI 300 Series)

March 20 2025 6:12pm
Please note that this software is for Framework Laptop 13 (AMD Ryzen™ AI 300 Series) ONLY!For other Framework Laptops, please read the article located&nbs...

Framework Laptop BIOS and Driver Releases (11th Gen Intel® Core™)

September 30 2024 4:58pm
Please note that this software is for 11th Gen Intel® Core™ Framework Laptops ONLY! For other Framework Laptops, please read the article located&...

What parts are replaceable on the Framework Laptop?

July 7 2022 10:22pm
You can easily replace the Bezel, Display, Webcam Module, Storage, Memory, WiFi, Keyboard, Mainboard, Audio Board, Fingerprint Reader, Touchpad Module, Heatsink...

Ubuntu Webcam Troubleshooting Guide

January 31 2023 1:46am
If you're having trouble with your webcam, here are some things you can do.Is your webcam in use already? This is a useful test if you're finding out ev...

Fedora General Troubleshooting

August 30 2024 10:47pm
Framework has done a lot of work to ensure Fedora works upon installation Framework laptops. Some things can be done to make the day-to-day usage experienc...

Ubuntu General Troubleshooting

August 30 2024 10:48pm
Framework has done a lot of work to ensure Ubuntu works upon installation with Framework laptops. Some things can be done to make the day-to-day usage experienc...

Why is my Framework Laptop not charging or charging slowly?

August 9 2021 7:43pm
We recommend using a power adapter that is at least 60W and which supports USB-PD.  While a 45W or even a 30W charger supporting USB-PD will function, it w...

Fedora Webcam Troubleshooting Guide

February 24 2023 1:00am
If you're having trouble with your webcam, here are some things you can do.Is your webcam in use already? This is a useful test if you're finding out ev...

My USB 3.0 device is disconnecting and reconnecting

December 3 2021 7:23am
If you are seeing a USB 3.0 device plugged into a USB-C Expansion Card or USB-A Expansion Card disconnect or repeatedly disconnect and reconnect, there are two ...

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