Replacing a wpan card, Internal card with bluetooth® wireless technology, Removing the card – Dell Inspiron 1521 (Mid 2007) User Manual
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Adding and Replacing Parts
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Replacing a WPAN Card
NOTICE:
The connectors are keyed to ensure correct insertion. If you feel
resistance, check the connectors on the card and on the system board, and realign
the card.
NOTICE:
To avoid damage to the WPAN card, never place cables under the card.
1 Insert the
WPAN
card connector into the system board connector labeled
"WPAN" at a 45-degree angle.
2 Press the other end of the
WPAN
card down into the securing tabs until
the card clicks into place.
3 Connect the blue antenna cable to the
WPAN
card.
4 Secure unused antenna cables in the protective mylar sleeve.
5 Replace the cover and tighten the captive screws.
Internal Card With Bluetooth
®
Wireless
Technology
CAUTION:
Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the
safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.
NOTICE:
To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist
grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a
connector on the back of the computer).
NOTICE:
To help prevent damage to the system board, you must remove the battery
from the battery bay before you begin working inside the computer.
If you ordered a card with Bluetooth wireless technology with your computer,
it is already installed.
Removing the Card
1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 141.
2 Remove the hinge cover (see "Hinge Cover" on page 147).
3 Disconnect the cable on the card.
4 Grasp the connector end of the card and slide it out from under the
securing tabs.