Bluetooth Board Installation - iFixit Repair Guide

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1. Step 1 Connect the Bluetooth board
  Use the point of a spudger to push on alternating sides of the copper cable's connector until it slides fully into the socket on the underside of the power board.
  
  Don't grip the cable and push it into the socket—you'll likely damage the cable.
  
  The connector should slide in fairly easily when oriented correctly. If it doesn't, flip the connector over and try again.
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2. Step 2 Slide the Bluetooth board into place
  Slide the Bluetooth board into its recess, making sure none of the cables that connect to it get trapped underneath.
  
  You may need to use a spudger to hold cables out of the way while inserting the board.
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3. Step 3 Install the Bluetooth board screw
  Use a Torx Plus 1IP screwdriver to install the 3.0 mm‑long screw securing the Bluetooth board.
  
  Make sure you're installing the screw in the correct spot as shown in the photo.
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5. Step 4
  Use a spudger to gently push the copper hinge cable into its clip.
  
  If you're having trouble, don't force the cable into the clip. Reposition it slightly and try again.
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6. Step 5 Reconnect the Bluetooth board
  Use your finger to press down and connect the press connector on the board (nearest the hinge).
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7. Step 6
  Use tweezers to hold the coaxial connector in place over its socket and gently press down with a spudger—the connector should "snap" into place.
  
  Make sure the cable routes through the inside edge of the screw post.
  
  If you're having trouble, reposition the connector and try again. Don't try to force the connector into place or you may permanently damage it.
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8. Step 7
  Use a spudger or your finger to press down and reconnect the press connector next to the one you just connected.
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9. Step 8
  Slide the tab on the connector cover into its slot and lay the cover down.
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10. Step 9
  Install the two Bluetooth board connector cover screws:
  
  One 7.5 mm‑long Torx Plus 3IP screw
  
  One 1.7 mm‑long Torx Plus 1IP screw
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