Replacing the mini-card – Dell Inspiron 15 (N5010, Early 2010) User Manual

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9.

Remove the screw that secures the Mini-Card to the connector on the system board.

 

10.

Lift the Mini-Card out of the connector on the system board.

 

Replacing the Mini-Card

 

1.

Follow the instructions in

Before You Begin

.


 

2.

Remove the new Mini-Card from its packaging.

 

 

 

 

3.

Insert the Mini-Card connector at a 45-degree angle into the connector on the system board.

 

4.

Press the other end of the Mini-Card down into the slot on the system board and replace the screw that secures the Mini-Card to the connector on the
system board.

 

5.

Connect the appropriate antenna cables to the Mini-Card you are installing. The following table provides the antenna cable color scheme for the Mini-
Card supported by your computer.

1 antenna cable connectors (2) 2 Mini-Card 3 screw

CAUTION:

Use firm and even pressure to slide the card into place. If you use excessive force, you may damage the connector.

CAUTION:

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.

CAUTION:

To avoid damage to the Mini-Card, never place cables under the card.

Connectors on the Mini-Card Antenna Cable Color Scheme

WLAN, Wi-Fi, WiMax
(2 antenna cables)

Main (white triangle)

 


white

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