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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Wireless Chip Replacement

Introduction

This guide is to replace the wireless chip on the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga (Model Number: 20FQ005YUS). If your computer drops internet connection, has trouble connecting, or doesn’t connect at all, you may need to replace your wireless chip.

Note: Connection issues may be a result of a faulty router or network, so before opening your computer, please refer to our troubleshooting guide!

What you need

  1. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Wireless Chip Replacement, Back Cover: step 1, image 1 of 3 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Wireless Chip Replacement, Back Cover: step 1, image 2 of 3 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Wireless Chip Replacement, Back Cover: step 1, image 3 of 3

    • Be sure to power off and unplug your device before you begin your repair.

    • Flip the computer over so the bottom is facing up.

    • Remove nine 4mm Phillips #1 screws from the bottom of the computer.

    • Use an iFixit opening tool to pry the back cover off of the laptop.

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  2. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Wireless Chip Replacement, Wireless chip: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Gently peel back the black plastic covering.

    • Remove the single Phillips #1 screw securing the wireless chip in place.

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  4. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Wireless Chip Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 2 Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Wireless Chip Replacement: step 3, image 2 of 2

    • Use an iFixit opening tool to gently pop the gold caps off their connections.

    • Move these wires out of the way.

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  5. Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Yoga Wireless Chip Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 1

    • Slide the chip out.

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Conclusion

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

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