WLAN/Bluetooth combo card
The computer uses a card that provides both WLAN and Bluetooth functionality.
The WLAN module and WWAN module are not interchangeable.
Description
Spare part number
Realtek RTL8822BE 802.11ac 2x2 Wi-Fi + Bluetooth 4.2 Combo Adapter
915623-001
Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 3165 802.11ac 1x1 WiFi + BT 4.0 combo adapter
851592-001
Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8260NGW 802.11a/g/g/n+ac 2x2 WiFi + BT 4.2 combo adapter
851594-001
Before removing the WLAN module, follow these steps:
1.
Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the
computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.
2.
Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
3.
Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet, and
then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.
4.
Remove the bottom cover (see
5.
Disconnect the battery cable from the system board (see
).
Remove the WLAN module:
1.
Disconnect the WLAN antenna cables (1) from the terminals on the WLAN module.
NOTE:
The WLAN antenna cable labeled ‘1’ connects to the WLAN module “Main” terminal labeled ‘1’.
The WLAN antenna cable labeled ‘2’ connects to the WLAN module ‘Aux’ terminal labeled ‘2’. If the
computer is equipped with an 802.11a/b/g/n WLAN module, the yellow WLAN antenna cable connects to
the middle terminal on the WLAN module.
2.
Remove the Phillips M2.0×2.0 screw (2) that secures the WLAN module to the computer. (The edge of
the module opposite the slot rises away from the computer.)
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