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c. Slide the card at a 45-degree angle out of its connector.
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4. Install the card:
a. Move any antenna cables out of the way to make space for the WLAN card.
b. Align the card with the connector at a 45-degree angle, and press the card into the connector until it clicks.
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5. Connect the antenna cables to the WLAN card, ensuring that you route the cables correctly.
Internal Card With Bluetooth®Wireless Technology
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If you ordered an internal card with Bluetooth wireless technology with your computer, it is already installed.
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1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.
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2. Remove the hard drive (see Hard Drive).
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3. Pull the card cable connector out of the system board connector.
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4. Pull the cable to remove the card from the computer.
Coin-Cell Battery
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WLAN card
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metal securing tab
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NOTICE: The connectors are keyed to ensure correct insertion. If you feel resistance, check the connectors and realign the card.
NOTE: Do not insert a Mobile Broadband (WWAN) network card into the WLAN card connector.
NOTE: The WLAN card may have two or three antenna connectors, depending on the type of card you ordered.
NOTICE: To avoid damaging the WLAN card, never place cables on top of or under the card.
NOTE: For more specific information about which cable to connect to which connector, see the documentation that came with your WLAN card.
CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, read the safety instructions in your Product Information Guide.
NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching a connector on the back panel of
the computer.
NOTICE: To prevent damage to the system board, remove the main battery before you service the computer.
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card
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system board connector
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cable connector
NOTICE: Be careful when removing the card to avoid damaging the card, card cable, or surrounding components.
CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, follow the safety instructions in your Product Information Guide.