Replacing FRUs

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Replacing the front Wi-Fi antenna

Attention

Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading the Important Product Information Guide.

  1. 1

    Remove any media from the drives and turn off all connected devices and the computer. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer.

  2. 2

    Remove the computer cover.  For details, see Removing the computer cover.

  3. 3

    Remove the storage drive bracket.  For details, see Replacing the storage drive bracket.

  4. 4

    Remove the Wi-Fi card shield.  For details, see Replacing the Wi-Fi card.

  5. 5

    Disconnect the front antenna cable from the Wi-Fi card.

  6. 6

    Replace the front Wi-Fi antenna.



    1. 1 Removing the front Wi-Fi antenna
    2. 2 Peeling off the protecting paper
    3. 3 Installing the front Wi-Fi antenna


  7. 7

    Connect the front antenna cable to the Wi-Fi card.

  8. 8

    Reinstall the removed parts and computer cover, and then reconnect the cables.  For details, see Completing the parts replacement.