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ASUS TUF Gaming FX505DY Wi-Fi Card Replacement

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    • Turn off the laptop.

    • Disconnect the charging cable.

    • Failure to disconnect the charging cable and power down the computer could result in personal or property damage.

    • Flip the laptop so the back is facing up.

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    • Use a Phillips #1 screwdriver to remove the five 6 mm screws that secure the back panel.

    • Use the same screwdriver to remove the six 13 mm screws securing the back panel.

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    • Insert the plastic opening tool at a corner and pry up along the edges, leaving the back side with the hinges for last.

    • Do not insert the opening tool too far into the laptop to avoid damaging internal components.

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    • Gently lift up the back panel to release any remaining clips on the side with the hinges and remove the panel.

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    • Remove the two 3 mm screws holding the solid state drive and its foil wrap in place using a Phillips #1 screwdriver.

    • The drive will pop up at an angle.

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    • Slide the foil wrap off of the drive.

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    • Remove the solid state drive by pulling it at an angle from the motherboard.

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    • Remove the tape covering the Wi-Fi card.

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    • Using ESD-safe tweezers, remove the two coaxial antennas by lifting up on the wires near the connectors.

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    • Remove the 6 mm screw using a Phillips #1 screwdriver.

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    • Remove the Wi-Fi card by pulling it straight away from its slot.

Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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