MSI MS-1782 Wi-Fi Card Replacement

ID: 161005

Description: This guide will show you how to replace the...

Steps:

1. Remove five 6.6 mm screws from the edges of the bottom cover using a JIS #1 screwdriver.
2. Remove one 5.6 mm screw from the center of the bottom cover using a JIS #1 screwdriver.

3. Use an iFixit opening pick to unclip the bottom cover.
4. It is ok to run the picks along the edges since there is nothing connected to the bottom cover. It is easier to start from the sides and then work your way forward.
5. After unclipping the bottom case, pull from the back of the laptop upwards using the lip of the bottom case as a handle.

6. Use the flat end of a spudger to detach the two antenna cables from the Wi-Fi card.

7. Remove the 5 mm screw holding the Wi-Fi card in place with a JIS #1 screwdriver.

8. Remove the Wi-Fi card at its angle.