Introduction
Use this guide to replace the two antennas responsible for providing Wi-Fi connectivity.
What you need
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Use a metal spudger to remove the white plastic screw covers stuck to the lower case near the front of the Wii.
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Open the controller port cover until it is perpendicular to the black controller port bezel.
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Pull the controller port cover straight up to release it from the outer case.
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Remove the small Phillips screw securing the battery door to the bottom panel.
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Pull the battery door out of the Wii.
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Use a pair of tweezers to lift the fan connector up and out of its socket on the logic board.
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Remove the three 10 mm Phillips screws securing the black bracket to the bottom panel near the front of the Wii.
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Slightly lift the bracket and use your other hand to pull the retaining clip away from where the Wi-Fi antennas enter the motherboard sheild.
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Remove the bracket from the Wii.
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Lift the side of the Wi-Fi board furthest away from the heat sink and lift it out of its socket on the motherboard, being careful not to put too much sideways force on the connector.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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