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Dell Latitude E6520 WLAN Adaptor Card Replacement

Introduction

The WLAN Adapter Card is what allows the computer to connect to Wi-Fi.

The WLAN Adapter Card is connected to the laptop by 2 J0 PH screws with a head size of 4.44 mm and a length of 3.67 mm.

What you need

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    • With the laptop closed and the bottom side facing up, slide the two battery latches towards the sides of the laptop.

    • When the latches are unlocked, a small logo resembling an open padlock will become visible.

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    • Grasp the battery from the top and pull upward.

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  3. Dell Latitude E6520 WLAN Adaptor Card Replacement, Bottom Cover: step 3, image 1 of 2 Dell Latitude E6520 WLAN Adaptor Card Replacement, Bottom Cover: step 3, image 2 of 2

    • Remove the ten 8.6 mm JIS #0 screws.

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    • Place fingers underneath cover and pull off the cover.

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  6. Dell Latitude E6520 WLAN Adaptor Card Replacement, WLAN Adapter Card: step 5, image 1 of 1

    • Gently pull the two wires connected to the WLAN Adapter Card.

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    • Remove the two electrode connectors.

    • Remove the single 3.67 mm JIS #0 screw that holds the WLAN Adapter Card to the laptop.

    • The WLAN Adapter Card will pop up once the screws are taken out.

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    • Pull WLAN Adapter Card to remove it from the laptop.

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Conclusion

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

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