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Dell Vostro 1700 Wi-Fi Card Replacement

Introduction

This guide will instruct you on how to remove the Wi-Fi card from the Dell Vostro 1700 laptop. The Wi-Fi card controls all of the wireless internet functionality of the laptop.

What you need

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    • Remove the two Phillips #1 screws from the Wi-Fi card cover on the bottom of the laptop.

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    • Lift up on the cover and remove it.

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    • Use the spudger to lift the small wires connecting to the Wi-Fi card.

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    • Use your thumbs to push the retaining clips upward to release the card.

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    • Pull the card outward and then upward to remove it from the slot.

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Conclusion

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

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