Dell 5323 owner manual Replacing the Wireless Mini-Cards

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Replacing the Wireless Mini-Card(s)

WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in "Before You Begin" on page 9. For additional safety best practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at dell.com/regulatory_compliance.

NOTE: Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for Mini-Cards from sources other than Dell.

Your computer supports connectors for the following Mini-Cards:

One half Mini-Card — Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) + Bluetooth combo card, Wi-Fi, and Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access (WiMax)

One full Mini-Card — WWAN or mSATA card

Procedure

1Remove the new Mini-Card(s) from its packaging.

2Align the notch on the Mini-Card(s) with the tab on the system-board connector.

CAUTION: Use firm and even pressure to slide the Mini-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 Mini-Card and on the system board, and realign the Mini-Card.

CAUTION: To avoid damage to the Mini-Card, never place cables under the Mini-Card.

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

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

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