WLAN module
Description Spare part number
Intel® Centrino® Wireless-N 2230 + Bluetooth combo w/ *2 antennas (802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0) 670290-001
Realtek RTL 8188EE 802.11b/g/n 1×1 Wi-Fi 709848-001
Qualcomm Atheros AR 9485GN 802.11b/g/n 1×1 Wi-Fi 675794-001
Mediatek MT7630E 802.11 b/g/n 1×1 Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.0 combo adapter 710418-001
Ralink RT3290LE 802.11 b/g/n 1×1 Wi-Fi Bluetooth 4.0 Combo Adapter 690020-001
CAUTION: 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 WLAN module, 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.
4. Remove the battery (see
Battery on page 33).
5. Remove the service cover (see
Service cover on page 34).
38 Chapter 5 Removal and replacement procedures for Customer Self-Repair parts