Steps
1. Connect the antenna cable to the WLAN module on the system board.
NOTE: The antenna cable connectors are fragile and utmost care should be taken while replacing them.
Table 3. Antenna cable guide
Cable color Connector
White cable (Main) White triangle (△) on the WLAN module of the system board
Black cable (Aux) Solid triangle (▲) on the WLAN module of the system board
2. Align and replace the WLAN antenna bracket on top of the antenna connectors.
3. Replace the single M2x2.5 screws securing the WLAN antenna bracket to the system board.
Next steps
If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation procedure.
1. Connect the battery cable
2. Install the:
a. Base cover
3. RTC reset cycle
4. Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.
Palmrest antenna (Optional)
Removing the Palmrest antenna (optional)
Prerequisites
1. Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.
2. Remove the:
a. Base cover
b. WLAN antenna bracket
About this task
The following images indicate the location of the palmrest antenna and provide a visual representation of the removal procedure.
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Removing and installing components