Table 5-3
WLAN module descriptions and part numbers
Description
Spare part number
Intel 9560 802.11b/g/n/a/ac (2 × 2) and Bluetooth 5
L22634-002
Intel AX211 Wi-Fi 6e Bluetooth 5.2 WLAN
M53366-002
IMPORTANT:
To prevent an unresponsive system, replace the wireless module only with a wireless module
authorized for use in the computer by the governmental agency that regulates wireless devices in your
country or region. If you replace the module and then receive a warning message, remove the module to
restore device functionality, and then contact technical support.
Before removing the WLAN module, follow these steps:
1.
Prepare the computer for disassembly (see
Preparation for disassembly on page 28
2.
Remove the bottom cover (see
3.
Disconnect the battery cable from the system board (see
Remove the WLAN module:
1.
Remove the plastic that covers the antennas (1).
2.
Carefully disconnect the two antenna cables from the module (2).
3.
Remove the Phillips M2.0 × 2.5 screw (3), and then remove the WLAN module (4).
NOTE:
Models have either one or two WLAN antennas. On models with two antennas, the #1 white
WLAN antenna cable connects to the WLAN module #1 Main terminal. The #2 black WLAN antenna cable
connects to the WLAN module #1 Aux terminal.
WLAN module
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