Replacing the Wlan card, Removing the power button | Lenovo Q180

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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IdeaCentre Q180 Hardware Maintenance Manual Page IdeaCentre Q180 Hardware Maintenance Manual Page Contents Iv IdeaCentre Q180Hardware Maintenance Manual Important Safety Information About this manual IdeaCentre Q180Hardware Maintenance Manual Safety information General safetyElectrical safety IdeaCentre Q180Hardware Maintenance Manual Safety inspection guide Handling electrostatic discharge-sensitive devices Safety notices Grounding requirements Do not To Connect To Disconnect ≥18 kg37 lbs ≥32 kg70.5 lbs ≥55 kg121.2 lbs Specifications General informationType IdeaCentre Q180 Environment IdeaCentre Q180Hardware Maintenance Manual General Checkout IdeaCentre Q180Hardware Maintenance Manual Using the Setup Utility Starting the Setup Utility programViewing and changing settings Using passwords Administrator Password Setting, changing, or deleting an Administrator passwordSetting, changing, or deleting a Power-On Password Enabling or disabling a device Select Save changes and Exit from the menu Exiting the Setup Utility program Selecting a startup deviceSelecting a temporary startup device Selecting or changing the startup device sequence Using the Setup Utility IdeaCentre Q180Hardware Maintenance Manual Symptom-to-FRU Index Hard disk drive boot errorPower Supply Problems Error FRU/Action Post error codes Undetermined problemsPost Error Message Description/Action Locating components, controls and connectors LocationsFront view Rear view Hardware components Identifying parts on the motherboard Pre-disassembly instructions Replacing hardwareGeneral information Replacing the optical drive To replace the optical drive Removing the computer cover To remove the computer cover Replacing the hard disk drive To replace the hard disk drive Replacing a memory module To replace a memory module Removing the power button To remove the power buttonReplacing the Wlan card To replace the Wlan card Replacing the CPU heatsink and system fan To replace the CPU heatsink and system fan Replacing the motherboard To replace the motherboard Replacing the keyboard and mouse To replace the keyboard and mouse FRU lists Item # FRUsComputer Cover Q180 TOP case module 110200358 Hard disk drives Wlan cardMemory module Motherboard Power button ChassisSystem fan and heatsink Additional Service Information Power managementAdvanced configuration and power interface Acpi Bios Automatic Power-On features