Why will my 16" framework laptop not power on?
I have been charging the computer for 24 hours with the framework charger.
Please suggest other steps to try.
Make sure the USB-c expansion card is in the middle location. The laptop will not charge if in the wrong slot.
Tech support did a great job reminding me to check the expansion location for charging.
1 Like
If it’s your first time turning the device on, it may be training the ram. This can take up to half an hour from what I’ve heard, and there is no indication on the device after pressing the power button that anything is happening. If that is the case, then you just need to press the power button and wait, without forcing it off again.
I’ve also heard of some people needing to reseat the eDP cable.
Any of the rear two ports on the left or right sides (not the one on the grahpics expansion bay) would be okay for charging.
Are there any lights at all, either the power button or any error code lights flashing on the sides of the lower half of the case?
try a different USB-C charger/cable to rule out power issues.
Laptop will power on only if the USB-c expansion is the middle slot.
Which sockets have you tried plugging the power into?
Thanks for sharing this! It fixed my same issue. It’d be nice if Framework added this to the Quick Start guide.