HP Mini 210-2070NR Wi-Fi Card (WLAN Module) Replacement

ID: 11450

Description: The Wi-Fi Card is also called a WLAN Module,...

Steps:

  1. Before beginning, make sure that your computer is turned off and all external power cords are disconnected.
  2. Close the laptop and turn it over so that the underside is up and the silver battery bay is facing towards you.
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  3. The battery locking latch is on the bottom right corner; slide it inward to unlock the battery.
  4. Slide the battery release latch inwards.
  5. Pull the battery towards you to remove it.
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  6. Slide the service access cover release lever to the right.
  7. While holding the lever to the right, lift up the laptop's bottom cover gently and remove the cover.
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  8. Orient the computer as shown in the picture.
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  9. Locate the Wi-Fi Card (WLAN Module), near the computer's bottom left corner.
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  10. Disconnect the two cables from the Wi-Fi card by gently lifting them away from the card.
  11. There should be two black cables, one labeled with a white sticker, connected to the module.
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  12. Remove the two 2.0 x 3.0 screws securing the Wi-Fi card using a Phillips #00 screwdriver
  13. The card should tilt up away from the laptop at an angle after removing the screws.
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  14. Remove the Wi-Fi card by gently pulling it out of its slot at an angle.
  15. Potential for device damage: Be sure to pull gently and at an angle away from you. If the card is pulled straight up, there is a chance it could break or bend.
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