Table 5-3 WWAN module descriptions and part numbers (continued)
Description Spare part number
WWAN module thermal pad N02332-001
IMPORTANT: To prevent an unresponsive system, replace the wireless module only with a wireless module
authorized for use in the computer by the governmental agency that regulates wireless devices in your country
or region. If you replace the module and then receive a warning message, remove the module to restore device
functionality, and then contact technical support.
Before removing the WWAN module, follow these steps:
1. Prepare the computer for disassembly (see Preparation for disassembly on page 41).
2. Remove the bottom cover (see Bottom cover on page 41).
3. Disconnect the battery cable from the system board (see Battery on page 43).
Remove the WWAN module:
1. Carefully disconnect the WWAN module antenna cables (1) from the WWAN module.
NOTE: Computer models have one to four WWAN module antenna cables. The antenna cables have tags
that identify them with a number that corresponds to a terminal on the WWAN module. Connect the
antenna cable to the corresponding WWAN module terminal.
2. Remove the Phillips M2.0 × 2.5 screw (2), and then remove the WWAN module (3).
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