https://github.com/frameworkcomputer/expansionbay
CAD and documentation for the Expansion Bay module system in the Framework Laptop 16
https://github.com/frameworkcomputer/expansionbay
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CAD and documentation for the Expansion Bay module system in the Framework Laptop 16
- Host: GitHub
- URL: https://github.com/frameworkcomputer/expansionbay
- Owner: FrameworkComputer
- Created: 2023-03-07T17:52:22.000Z (about 3 years ago)
- Default Branch: main
- Last Pushed: 2025-09-09T22:35:40.000Z (6 months ago)
- Last Synced: 2025-09-14T07:21:34.763Z (6 months ago)
- Size: 40.3 MB
- Stars: 232
- Watchers: 14
- Forks: 10
- Open Issues: 5
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Metadata Files:
- Readme: README.md
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README
# Framework Laptop 16 Expansion Bay Modules
The Framework Laptop 16 has an Expansion Bay system that contains both the cooling fans
and an interface for high-power, high-speed PCIe peripherals like GPUs. Expansion Bay
modules can extend in both thickness and depth to accomodate higher power requirements.
There are currently two Expansion Bay modules available:
1. Expansion Bay Shell - This module has two cooling fans for the system as well as an open area
in the middle that can be used for PCIe peripherals like SSDs or even additional I/O that can
be exposed on the back of the system. This GitHub repository documents the mechanical
and electrical specifications for the cards that can go in the Shell.
2. Graphics Module - This module is thicker and deeper, and contains a GPU card along with
the heatsink for it.
## Custom mechanical parts
Note that one custom part is needed for development: the threaded insert that the interposer
screws into. Two pieces are needed on each Expansion Bay Module. A drawing is in the PCB Reference Design
folder. You can submit a request for free samples of these for development purposes at:
https://forms.gle/t4oS8qWWoaaXqVot9
## License
Expansion Bay © 2023 by Framework Computer Inc is licensed under CC BY 4.0. To view a copy of this license, visit http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/