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Lenovo Q180 manual Replacing the WLAN card, Removing the power button, To replace the WLAN card

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Replacing the WLAN card

Step 6. Align the new memory module with the memory socket, then insert it and push down on the top edge. Make sure the latches lock the memory module in place.

Step 7. Reattach the computer cover and secure it with the screws.

Replacing the WLAN card

Note: Turn off the computer and wait 3 to 5 minutes to let it cool down before removing the cover.

Note: It may be helpful to place the computer face-down on a soft flat surface for this procedure. Lenovo recommends that you use a blanket, towel, or other soft cloth to protect the computer screen from scratches or other damage.

To replace the WLAN card:

Step 1. Remove any media (disks, CDs, or memory cards) from the drives, shut down the operating system, and turn off the computer and all attached devices.

Step 2. Unplug all power cords from electrical outlets.

Step 3. Disconnect all cables attached to the computer. This includes power cords, input/output (I/O) cables, and any other cables that are connected to the computer. Refer to “Left and right view” and “Rear view” for help with locating the various connectors.

Step 4. Remove the computer cover. Refer to “Removing the computer cover”.

Step 5. Disconnect the 2 antenna cables from the WLAN card.

Step 6. Remove the screw that secures the WLAN card to the motherboard.

Step 7. Pull the WLAN card upward to remove it from the card port.

Step 8. Line up the new WLAN card, then insert it into the card port and secure it to the motherboard with the screw.

Step 9. Connect the 2 antenna cables to the new WLAN card.

Step 10. Reattach the computer cover.

Removing the power button

Attention: Turn off the computer and wait 3 to 5 minutes to let it cool down before removing the cover.

Note: It may be helpful to place the computer face-down on a soft flat surface for this procedure. Lenovo recommends that you use a blanket, towel, or other soft cloth to protect the computer screen from scratches or other damage.

To remove the power button

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Lenovo Q180 manual Replacing the WLAN card, Removing the power button, To replace the WLAN card, To remove the power button

Contents

IdeaCentre Q180 Hardware Maintenance Manual Machine Types 10087/3110Page IdeaCentre Q180 Hardware Maintenance Manual Machine Types 10087/3110Page Contents iv IdeaCentre Q180Hardware Maintenance Manual Important Safety Information Chapter 1. About this manual2 IdeaCentre Q180Hardware Maintenance Manual Chapter 2. Safety information General safetyElectrical safety Observe the following rules when working on electrical equipment Safety inspection guide Handling electrostatic discharge-sensitive devicesSafety notices Grounding requirementsDo not To ConnectTo Disconnect Use safe practices when lifting Specifications Chapter 3. General informationType IdeaCentre Q180 Environment10 IdeaCentre Q180Hardware Maintenance Manual Chapter 4. General Checkout 12 IdeaCentre Q180Hardware Maintenance Manual Chapter 5. Using the Setup Utility Starting the Setup Utility programViewing and changing settings Using passwordsAdministrator Password Setting, changing, or deleting an Administrator password5. Select Save changes and Exit from the menu Power-On Password Setting, changing, or deleting a Power-On PasswordEnabling or disabling a device Exiting the Setup Utility program Selecting a startup device16 IdeaCentre Q180Hardware Maintenance Manual Chapter 5. Using the Setup Utility 18 IdeaCentre Q180Hardware Maintenance Manual Chapter 6. Symptom-to-FRU Index Hard disk drive boot errorPower Supply Problems POST error codes Undetermined problemsLocating components, controls and connectors Chapter 7. Locations22 IdeaCentre Q180Hardware Maintenance Manual Rear viewHardware components Chapter 7. Locations24 IdeaCentre Q180Hardware Maintenance Manual Identifying parts on the motherboardChapter 8. Replacing hardware General informationReplacing the optical drive To replace the optical driveRemoving the computer cover To remove the computer coverReplacing the hard disk drive To replace the hard disk driveReplacing a memory module To replace a memory moduleRemoving the power button Replacing the WLAN cardTo remove the power button To replace the WLAN cardReplacing the CPU heatsink and system fan To replace the CPU heatsink and system fanReplacing the motherboard To replace the motherboardReplacing the keyboard and mouse To replace the keyboard and mouseFRU lists Item #FRUs FRU #Hard disk drives WLAN cardMemory module MotherboardPower button 36 IdeaCentre Q180Hardware Maintenance ManualChassis System fan and heatsinkChapter 9. Additional Service Information Power managementAdvanced configuration and power interface ACPI BIOS Automatic Power-On features