Replacing the mini-card(s) – Dell Alienware M17x (Mid 2009) User Manual
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CHAPTER 16: WIRELESS MINI-CARD(S)
Secure the unused antenna cables in the protective mylar sleeve.
6.
Replace the palm rest (see “Replacing the Palm Rest” on page
7.
44).
Replace the battery pack (see “Replacing the Battery Pack” on page
8.
CAUTION: Before turning on the computer, replace all screws and ensure
that no stray screws remain inside the computer. Failure to do so may
result in damage to the computer.
Install the drivers and utilities for your computer, as required.
9.
NOTE: If you are installing a communication card from a source other than
Dell or Alienware, you must install the appropriate drivers and utilities.
Replacing the Mini-Card(s)
Remove the new Mini-Card from its packaging.
1.
CAUTION: Use firm and even pressure to slide the card into place. If you
use excessive force, you may damage the connector.
Insert the Mini-Card at a 45-degree angle into the appropriate system board
2.
connector. For example, the WLAN card connector is labeled WLAN and so
on.
Press the other end of the Mini-Card down into the slot on the system board
3.
until it clicks into place.
Connect the appropriate antenna cables to the Mini-Card you are installing.
4.
The following table provides the antenna cable color scheme for the Mini-
Card supported by your computer.
Connectors on the Mini-Card
Antenna Cable Color Scheme
WLAN (2 or 3 antenna cables):
Main WLAN (white triangle)
Auxiliary WLAN (black triangle)
MIMO WLAN (gray triangle)
(optional)
white
black
gray
WPAN (one antenna cable):
WPAN
blue