Gateway M675, Service Manual

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Replacing the IEEE 802.11 Mini-PCI card
Tools you need to complete this task:
Screws removed during this task:
To replace the IEEE 802.11 Mini-PCI card:
1
Follow the instructions under “Preventing static electricity discharge” on page 5 .
2
Disconnect the AC adapter and modem and network cables, then prepare the
notebook by following the instructions in
“Preparing the notebook” on page 6 .
3
Turn the notebook over so the bottom is facing up.
4
Remove the battery by following the instructions in “Removing the battery” on
page 7 .
5
Remove the hard drive by following the instructions in “Replacing the hard drive kit”
on page 9 . The IEEE 802.11 mini-PCI card is located inside the hard drive bay.
Caution By law, only approved wireless modules provided by Gateway, or a
Gateway authorized representative, explicitly for the Gateway M675
may be installed in this notebook.
Phillips #0 screwdriver
Torx T8 screwdriver
1 chrome 2.5 × 2.5 mm
Torx
(mini-PCI card)