Setup Guide

Removing the antenna module

NOTE: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the

steps in Before working inside your computer. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in After working

inside your computer. For more safety best practices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at www.dell.com/

regulatory_compliance.

Prerequisites

NOTE: These instructions are applicable only for laptops with a non-touchscreen display.

1. Remove the base cover.

2. Remove the battery (half-length) or the battery (full-length).

3. Remove the wireless card.

4. Remove the display assembly.

5. Remove the antenna cover.

Procedure

1. Peel the tape that covers the antenna cables.

2. Remove the four screws (M2x4) that secure the antenna module to the display assembly.

3. Lift the antenna module away from the display assembly.

Figure 36. Removing the antenna module

tape 2. antenna cable

3. screws (4) 4. antenna module

5. display assembly

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