Replacing a wpan card, Internal card with bluetooth® wireless technology, Removing the card – Dell Inspiron 1521 (Mid 2007) User Manual

Page 165: Internal card with bluetooth, Wireless technology

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Adding and Replacing Parts

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Replacing a WPAN 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 WPAN card, never place cables under the card.

1 Insert the

WPAN

card connector into the system board connector labeled

"WPAN" at a 45-degree angle.

2 Press the other end of the

WPAN

card down into the securing tabs until

the card clicks into place.

3 Connect the blue antenna cable to the

WPAN

card.

4 Secure unused antenna cables in the protective mylar sleeve.
5 Replace the cover and tighten the captive screws.

Internal Card With Bluetooth

®

Wireless

Technology

CAUTION:

Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the

safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.

NOTICE:

To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist

grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a
connector on the back of the computer).

NOTICE:

To help prevent damage to the system board, you must remove the battery

from the battery bay before you begin working inside the computer.

If you ordered a card with Bluetooth wireless technology with your computer,
it is already installed.

Removing the Card

1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 141.
2 Remove the hinge cover (see "Hinge Cover" on page 147).
3 Disconnect the cable on the card.
4 Grasp the connector end of the card and slide it out from under the

securing tabs.

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