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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon 5th Gen Wi-Fi Card Replacement

Introduction

This guide will show how to replace the Wi-Fi card on the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon 5th Gen, Type 20K3-S0DQ00 S/N PF-0VPYSA 1710. This will be helpful to users who are struggling with Wi-Fi issues. Replacing a Wi-Fi card can allow for Wi-Fi connectivity and for increased signal strength and range.

The device should always be powered off and disconnected from the charger when being worked on.

What you need

  1. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon 5th Gen Wi-Fi Card Replacement, Back Cover: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Turn the laptop on to its back.

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  2. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon 5th Gen Wi-Fi Card Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Use the Phillips #1 screwdriver to remove five 1.2 mm screws from the back cover of the laptop.

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  4. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon 5th Gen Wi-Fi Card Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the back cover using the opening tool, leaving the laptop back exposed.

    • Use the opening tool to pry the edge and work your way around the perimeter.

    • Careful to undo the clips before removing the back cover.

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  5. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon 5th Gen Wi-Fi Card Replacement, Wi-Fi Card: step 4, image 1 of 1

    • Use the Phillips #1 screwdriver to remove the 1.2 mm screw that's holding the Wi-Fi card in place.

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  6. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon 5th Gen Wi-Fi Card Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 1

    • Disconnect the white and black coaxial antenna cables from the Wi-Fi card.

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  7. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon 5th Gen Wi-Fi Card Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 2 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon 5th Gen Wi-Fi Card Replacement: step 6, image 2 of 2

    • Slide the card out 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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