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HP Pavilion 15-au123cl Network Card Replacement

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  1. HP Pavilion 15-au123cl Network Card Replacement, Battery: step 1, image 1 of 1
    • Make sure the laptop is off and unplugged before starting.

    • Using the plastic opening tool, remove the top rubber feet on the back panel as it hides one of the screws we will be removing.

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    • Using a PH0 screwdriver, unscrew the ten 4.4mm Phillips head screws located on the back panel.

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    • Using the plastic opening tool, remove the back cover of the laptop.

    • It is recommended that you start with a corner and run the tool throughout the edges of the cover.

    • Be sure not to bend the cover by applying too much force.

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    • Using a PH0 screwdriver, unscrew the two 3.8mm PH0 Phillips head screws that hold the battery in place.

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    • Carefully disconnect the cable connecting the top of the battery and remove the battery.

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    • The network card is located at the top left corner of the motherboard.

    • Unscrew the 4.4mm PH0 Phillips screw at the top of the network card.

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    • Using the spudger, remove the two gold pins at the top of the network card.

    • It is recommended to gently apply a vertical force upward with the spudger.

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    • Lift up the network card and remove it from the motherboard connector.

Conclusion

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

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