Dell Inspiron 9100 Mini-PCI (WiFi) Card Replacement

Step 1 Battery




• Unplug the laptop from the power adapter and turn the power off.
• Failure to unplug laptop before proceeding could result in risk of electric shock!
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Step 2




• Slide the battery-lock tab and hold.
• Flip the battery away from the chassis to remove it.
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Step 3 Mini-PCI (WiFi) Card
• Undo the screw on the Mini-PCI card cover labeled "C"
• This screw will remain within the panel
• Remove the panel from the chassis.
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Step 4
• Disconnect the antenna cables from the Mini-PCI card.
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Step 5
• Use your fingertips to carefully spread apart the white plastic tabs.
• Flip the Mini-PCI card up at a 45 degree angle.
• Remove the card from the computer by sliding out diagonally
• Ground yourself while dealing with the card. Static shock can cause damage to the card. Store the card in anti-static bag when not in use.
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