Replacing a WWAN Card

NOTICE: 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.

NOTICE: To avoid damage to the WWAN card, never place cables under the card.

1Insert the WWAN card connector at a 45-degree angle into the system board connector labeled "WWAN".

2Press the other end of the WLAN card down into the slot on the system board until the card clicks into place.

3Replace the M2 x 3-mm securing screw.

4Connect the black antenna cable with a gray stripe to the connector labeled "aux" (black triangle) and connect the white antenna cable with a gray stripe to the connector labeled "main" (white triangle).

5Secure unused antenna cables in the protective mylar sleeve.

6Replace the cover and tighten the captive screws.

Flash Cache Module

The Flash Cache Module (FCM) is an internal memory card that helps improve the performance of your computer. The FCM card is also known as Intel Turbo Memory and the Intel Flash Cache Logic Chip Mini-card.

NOTE: This card is only compatible with the Microsoft Windows Vista™ operating system.

If you ordered an FCM with your computer, it is already installed.

Removing the FCM

1Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 131.

2Turn the computer over and remove the cover on the Mini Card compartment.

3Ground yourself by touching one of the metal connectors on the back of the computer.

NOTE: If you leave the area, ground yourself again when you return to the computer.

Adding and Replacing Parts

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