Kindle 2 Wireless Card Replacement
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Introduction
Go to step 1 ↓Use this guide to replace the wireless card in your Kindle 2. Typically, wireless cards stop working due to physical damage, overheating, or simply old age. The Kindle 2 wireless card recognizes wireless networks and allows your device to connect to Wi-Fi. Without a working wireless card, your device may have issues with internet connectivity, dropped connections, or slow speeds. This guide will help you navigate the inside of the product if you are unsure what you are looking at. Always use caution when handling your device as the inner workings of the device may be sensitive when exposed.
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Lay the Kindle face down on a soft cloth to protect its screen.
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Wedge the plastic opening tool in the small opening between the grey plastic and the metal casing.
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Move the plastic opening tool across the opening while pressing down to separate the grey plastic from the metal casing.
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Slide the gray plastic top piece away from the Kindle's metal casing.
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Once the gray plastic top piece is detached from the metal back cover, remove it.
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Use a Phillips #00 screwdriver to remove the two 4 mm screws from the metal casing.
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Use the plastic opening tool to push down and pry towards the metal casing to release each of the three clips that hold the metal case in place.
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Remove the metal casing.
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Use a Phillips #00 screwdriver to remove the two 3 mm screws that hold the battery in place.
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Pry upward under the black tab with the spudger to dislodge the battery.
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Use your fingers to lift the battery out of the device.
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Use a Phillips #00 screwdriver to remove the two 2mm screws from the wireless card.
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Use the plastic opening tool to wedge underneath the connection and gently pop off the wire cap.
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Use your fingers to lift the left end of the wireless card.
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Pull the card out of the slot.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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