WLAN module
Description Spare part number
Intel Dual band wireless-AC 9260 802.11AC 2x2 WiFi + BT 5.0 Combo Adaptor (non-vPro) L16647-006
Intel Dual band wireless-AC 8265 802.11AC 2x2 WiFi + BT 4.2 Combo Adaptor (non-vPro) 921061-856
IMPORTANT: Make special note of each screw and screw lock size and location during removal
and replacement
Before removing the WLAN module, follow these steps:
1. Shut down the computer.
2. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
3. Disconnect the power from the computer by rst unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and then
unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.
4. Remove the bottom cover (see Bottom cover on page 29), and then remove the following components:
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Battery (see Battery on page 31).
Remove the WLAN module:
1. Disconnect the WLAN antenna cables (1) from the terminals on the WLAN module.
NOTE: The WLAN antenna cable labeled "1" connects to the WLAN module "Main" terminal labeled "1."
The WLAN antenna cable labeled "2" connects to the WLAN module "Aux" terminal labeled "2."
2. Remove the Phillips PM2.0×2.5 screw (2) that secures the WLAN module to the system board (the WLAN
module tilts up).
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