5. Remove the keyboard (see Keyboard on page 57).
6. Remove the TouchPad (see
TouchPad on page 67).
Remove the WLAN module:
1. Disconnect the WLAN antenna cables (1) from the terminals on the WLAN module.
NOTE: The black WLAN antenna cable is connected to the WLAN module “Main” terminal. The
white WLAN antenna cable is connected to the WLAN module “Aux” terminal. If the computer is
equipped with an 802.11a/b/g/n WLAN module, the yellow WLAN antenna cable (2) is connected
to the middle terminal on the WLAN module.
2. Remove the two Phillips PM2.5×4.0 screws (3) that secure the WLAN module to the computer.
(The edge of the module opposite the slot rises away from the computer.)
3. Remove the WLAN module (4) by pulling the module away from the slot at an angle.
NOTE: WLAN modules are designed with a notch (5) to prevent incorrect installation.
Reverse this procedure to install the WLAN module.
Switch cover
Description Spare part number
Switch cover (includes LED board and cable) 452226-001
Before removing the switch cover, follow these steps:
1. Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the
computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.
2. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
3. Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and
then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.
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