WLAN/Bluetooth combo card
The computer uses a card that provides both WLAN and Bluetooth functionality.
CAUTION: The WLAN module and the WWAN module are not interchangeable.
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Atheros 9485GN 802.11b/g/n 1x1 WiFi and 3012 Bluetooth 4.0 Combo Adapter | |
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Broadcom 4313GN 802.11b/g/n 1x1 WiFi and 20702 Bluetooth 4.0 Combo Adapter | |
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Intel Centrino | |
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Intel Centrino | |
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Ralink WLAN Ralink Ripple3 RT5390F_802.11 b/g/n 1x1 PCIe HMC | |
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Atheros AR9485 802.11b/g/n 1x1 WiFi Adapter | |
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Before removing the WLAN module, follow these steps:
1.Shut down the computer. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it down through the operating system.
2.Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.
3.Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet, and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer.
4.Remove the battery (see Battery on page 31).
5.Remove the bottom door (see Bottom door on page 33).
Remove the WLAN module:
1.Position the computer
2.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”. If the computer is equipped with an 802.11a/b/g/n WLAN module, the yellow WLAN antenna cable connects to the middle terminal on the WLAN module.
3.Remove the two Phillips PM2.5×3.0 screws (2) that secure the WLAN module to the computer. (The edge of the module opposite the slot rises away from the computer.)
Component replacement procedures 43
