Antennas
The antennas route from the WLAN module to transceivers at the top of the computer. The transceivers are
secured to the computer with adhesive.
Models are available with either single antennas or dual antennas.
NOTE: WLAN module orientation can vary.
To remove the antennas:
1. Prepare the computer for disassembly (see Preparation for disassembly on page 23).
2. Remove the rear port cover (see Removing the rear port cover on page 23).
3. Remove the stand (see Stands on page 24).
4. Remove the access panel (see Access panel on page 25).
5. Remove the M.2 solid-state drive from above the right speaker (see Heat sink on page 41).
6. Remove the power button board and ngerprint sensor board (see Power button and ngerprint sensor
boards on page 35).
7. Remove the audio board (see Audio board on page 58).
8. Remove the rear I/O cover (see Rear I/O cover on page 47).
9. Separate the display from the computer (see Display panel on page 60).
10. Disconnect the antennas from the WLAN module (1).
11. Remove the Phillips screw from the top of the right antenna (2), and then peel the antenna o the frame
(3).
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