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Sony Vaio Tap 11 Wifi Module Replacement

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    1. Sony Vaio Tap 11 Wifi Module Replacement, Screen Assembly: step 1, image 1 of 1
      • Begin by opening the HDMI/USB port cover on the left edge.

      • Remove the three #000 headed, 3 mm long screws located underneath the port cover.

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    2. Sony Vaio Tap 11 Wifi Module Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1
      • Locate and open the Micro SD slot on the top side of the device.

      • Remove the two screws located beneath the cover.

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    3. Sony Vaio Tap 11 Wifi Module Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 2 Sony Vaio Tap 11 Wifi Module Replacement: step 3, image 2 of 2
      • Attach the suction cup to the top right area of the screen.

      • Pull to separate the screen from the rest of the device.

      • Be aware of the front camera cable that is still connected to the rest of the device.

      • Detach the display ribbon cable.

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    1. Sony Vaio Tap 11 Wifi Module Replacement, Solid State Disk: step 4, image 1 of 1
      • Unplug the battery connector located beside the fan.

      • Locate the SSD on the right side of the device, above the battery and beneath the WiFi chip.

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    2. Sony Vaio Tap 11 Wifi Module Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 1
      • Remove the two 3 mm Phillips #000 screws from the right edge of the SSD.

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    3. Sony Vaio Tap 11 Wifi Module Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 2 Sony Vaio Tap 11 Wifi Module Replacement: step 6, image 2 of 2
      • Pull the SSD towards the right and slightly up, removing it from the back assembly.

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    1. Sony Vaio Tap 11 Wifi Module Replacement, Wifi Module: step 7, image 1 of 3 Sony Vaio Tap 11 Wifi Module Replacement, Wifi Module: step 7, image 2 of 3 Sony Vaio Tap 11 Wifi Module Replacement, Wifi Module: step 7, image 3 of 3
      • Begin by removing the orange ribbon cable connecting the motherboard to the daughterboard, located above the SSD.

      • Gently tug either side until it releases, then pull out the other end.

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    2. Sony Vaio Tap 11 Wifi Module Replacement: step 8, image 1 of 1
      • Remove the grey foam separator that was underneath the orange ribbon cable.

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    3. Sony Vaio Tap 11 Wifi Module Replacement: step 9, image 1 of 1
      • Remove the silver 3 mm Phillips screw that holds the WiFi module in place.

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    4. Sony Vaio Tap 11 Wifi Module Replacement: step 10, image 1 of 1
      • Remove the black and grey antenna cables from the right side of the device.

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    5. Sony Vaio Tap 11 Wifi Module Replacement: step 11, image 1 of 1
      • Remove module by gently pulling towards the right.

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Conclusion

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

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