Alienware P06T003, M11X R3 service manual Replacing the Mini-Cards, Wlan 2 antenna cables

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CAUTION: When the Mini-Card is not in the computer, store it in protective antistatic packaging. For more information, see "Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge" in the safety information that shipped with your computer.

Replacing the Mini-Card(s)

1.Follow the instructions in Before You Begin.

2.Remove the new Mini-Card from its packaging.

CAUTION: Use firm and even pressure to slide the card into place. If you use excessive force, you may damage the connector.

CAUTION: The connectors are keyed to ensure correct insertion. If you feel resistance, check the connectors on the card and on the system board, and realign the card.

3.Insert the Mini-Card connector at a 45-degree angle into the connector on the system board.

4.Press the other end of the Mini-Card down into the slot on the system board and replace the screw that secures the Mini-Card to the system board.

5.Connect the appropriate antenna cables to the Mini-Card you are installing. The following table provides the antenna cable color scheme for each Mini- Card supported by your computer.

Connectors on the Mini-Card

Antenna Cable Color Scheme

 

 

WWAN (2 antenna cables)

 

Main WWAN (white triangle)

white with gray stripe

Auxiliary WWAN (black triangle)

black with gray stripe

 

 

WLAN (2 antenna cables)

 

Main WLAN (white triangle)

white

Auxiliary WLAN (black triangle)

black

 

 

6.Replace the battery pack (see Replacing the Battery Pack).

7.Replace the base cover (see Replacing the Base Cover).

CAUTION: Before turning on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer. Failure to do so may result in damage to the computer.

8. Install the drivers and utilities for your computer, as required.

NOTE: If you are installing a Mini-card from a source other than Dell or Alienware, you must install the appropriate drivers and utilities.

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Contents Regulatory model P06T series Regulatory type P06T003 Battery Pack Removing the Battery PackReplacing the Battery Pack Back to Contents Recommended Tools Before You BeginTurning Off Your Computer Before Working Inside Your ComputerContacting Alienware System Setup Configuring the System SetupMain Menu Wireless Menu Advanced MenuSecurity Menu Exit Menu Boot MenuBase Cover Removing the Base CoverReplacing the Base Cover Internal Card With Bluetooth Wireless Technology Removing the Bluetooth CardReplacing the Bluetooth Card Back to Contents Coin-Cell Battery Removing the Coin-Cell BatteryReplacing the Coin-Cell Battery Back to Contents Removing the Display Assembly Display AssemblyReplacing the Display Assembly Back to Contents Flashing the Bios Click Enter a Service TagClick Select Model Removing the Hard Drive Hard DriveReplacing the Hard Drive Back to Contents Hinge Cover Removing the Hinge CoverReplacing the Hinge Cover Replace the base cover see Replacing the Base Cover Removing the I/O Board BoardReplacing the I/O Board Removing the Keyboard KeyboardReplacing the Keyboard Back to Contents Removing the Status Light Board Status Light BoardReplacing the Status Light Board Memory Modules Removing the Memory ModulesReplacing the Memory Modules Click Start → Control Panel→ System and Security→ System Removing the Mini-Cards Wireless Mini-CardsWlan 2 antenna cables Replacing the Mini-CardsRemoving the Palm Rest Assembly Palm Rest AssemblyReplacing the Palm Rest Assembly Back to Contents Power Button Board Removing the Power Button BoardReplacing the Power Button Board Back to Contents Speakers Removing the SpeakersReplacing the Speakers Removing the System Board System BoardReplacing the System Board Entering the Service Tag in the Bios
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