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Replacing the wireless mini-card, Procedure, Postrequisites – Dell Inspiron 17R (5720, Mid 2012) User Manual

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Replacing the Wireless Mini-Card

Procedure

1

Remove the new Mini-Card from its packaging.

2

Align the notch on the Mini-Card with the tab on the

system-board connector.

CAUTION: Use firm and even pressure to slide the Mini-Card into place.

If you use excessive force, you may damage the connector.

CAUTION: The connectors are keyed to ensure correct insertion.

If you feel resistance, check the connectors on the Mini-Card and on the

system board, and realign the Mini-Card.

CAUTION: To avoid damage to the Mini-Card, never place cables under the

Mini-Card.

3

Insert the Mini-Card connector at a 45-degree angle into the

system-board connector.

4

Press the other end of the Mini-Card down into the slot on the

system board and replace the screw that secures the Mini-Card to the
system-board connector.

5

Connect the antenna cables to the connectors on the Mini-Card.

The following table provides the antenna cable color scheme for the

Mini-Cards supported by your computer.

Postrequisites

1

Replace the base cover. See "Replacing the Base Cover" on page 20.

2

Replace the battery. See "Replacing the Battery" on page 13.

3

Follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 11.

Connectors on the Mini-Card

Antenna Cable Color
Scheme

WLAN + Bluetooth (2 cables)

Main WLAN + Bluetooth (white triangle)

Auxiliary WLAN + Bluetooth (black
triangle)

white

black

WWAN (2 antenna cables)

Main WWAN (white triangle)

Auxiliary WWAN (black triangle)

white

black

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