WLAN card
Removing the WLAN card
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Follow the procedure in
Before working inside your computer
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Remove the:
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To remove the WLAN card:
a Remove the M2x3 screw (1) that secures the WLAN card to the laptop [1].
b Lift the metal bracket that secures the WLAN cables to the WLAN card [2].
c Disconnect the WLAN cables from the connectors on the WLAN card [3].
NOTE:
The WLAN card is held in place with an adhesive foam spacer. When removing the wireless card from the
system, make sure the adhesive pad stays on the system board/chassis frame during the prying process. If the
adhesive pad is removed from the system along with the wireless card, adhere it back to the system.
d Pull the WLAN card to release it from the connector on the system board[4].
NOTE:
Ensure NOT to pull the WLAN card more than 35°, to avoid pin damage.
Disassembly and reassembly
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