Technical Support
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Reference Guide
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Replacing the Wireless Network Module
Replacing the Wireless
Network Module
Locating Components
Preventing static electricity discharge
The components inside your notebook are extremely sensitive to static
electricity, also known as
electrostatic discharge
(ESD). ESD can
permanently damage electrostatic discharge-sensitive components in
your notebook.
Before working with notebook components, follow these guidelines:
•
Avoid static-causing surfaces such as carpeted floors, plastic,
and packing foam.
•
Remove components from their antistatic bags only when
you are ready to use them. Do not lay components on the
outside of antistatic bags because only the inside of the bags
provide electrostatic protection.
•
Always hold components by their edges. Avoid touching the
edge connectors. Never slide components over any surface.
•
Wear a grounding wrist strap (available at most electronics
stores) and attach it to a bare metal part of your workbench
or other grounded connection.
•
Touch a bare metal surface on your workbench or other
grounded object.
To replace the wireless network module:
1
Follow the guidelines under “Preventing static electricity
discharge.”
2
Turn off your notebook.
3
Close the LCD panel.
4
Disconnect the AC adapter, modem cable, and network cable.
5
Disconnect all peripheral devices connected to your notebook and
remove any Express and memory cards.
6
Turn your notebook over so the bottom is facing up, then remove
the battery. For more information, see “Changing Batteries” in
your
Reference Guide
.
7
Loosen the five wireless network bay cover screws (these screws
cannot be removed).
8
Lift the wireless network bay cover using the thumb notch, then
remove it.
Tools
You need a small Phillips screwdriver to replace the wireless network
module.
Warning
To avoid exposure to dangerous electrical voltages and moving parts,
turn off your notebook and unplug the AC adapter, modem cable, and
network cable and remove the battery before replacing a component.
Wireless
network
bay
Screw
Screw
Screw
Screw
Screw
Thumb notch
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