Removal and replacement procedures for
authorized service provider parts
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This chapter provides removal and replacement procedures for authorized service provider parts.
IMPORTANT: Only an authorized service provider should access the components described in this
chapter. Accessing these parts can damage the computer or void the warranty.
NOTE: Details about your computer, including model, serial number, product key, and length of
warranty, are on the service tag at the bottom of your computer.
NOTE: The HP Support YouTube Channel (in English) has videos that provide step-by-step removal
and replacement instructions for many common parts and models.
Component replacement procedures
To remove and replace computer components, use the procedures described in this section.
NOTE: HP continually improves and changes product parts. For complete and current information
about supported parts for your computer, go to https://partsurfer.hp.com/, select your country or
region, and then follow the on-screen instructions.
Make special note of each screw size and location during removal and replacement.
WLAN module
To remove the WLAN module, use this procedure and illustration.
Table 7-1
WLAN module descriptions and part numbers
Description Spare part number
Intel AX211 Wi-Fi 6e Bluetooth 5.2 WLAN M53366-005
Intel BE200 Wi-Fi 7 Bluetooth 5.4 WLAN N39883-005
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 WLAN module, follow these steps:
1. Prepare the computer for disassembly (see Preparation for disassembly on page 38).
2. Remove the bottom cover (see Bottom cover on page 38).
3. Disconnect the battery cable from the system board (see Removing and reinstalling the same
battery on page 41).
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