Introdução

This is a guide showing how to upgrade/replace your WiFi module.

In my case, I wanted to upgrade to one that could use the WiFi 7 standard.

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    • First thing you'll do is flip it over, remove any SD cards, USBs, and remove any case.

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    • There will be about 6 screws you'll need to remove.

    • You will have to at least partially remove the rubber feet to access 3 of the screws.

    • The screws are really tiny, so I recommend putting them in a Tupperware or Ziploc if you don't have a magnetic screw tray.

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    • You'll use a credit card, ID card, or pry tool to separate the bottom of the laptop from the rest of it. Make sure it's plastic, not metal.

    • You might want to use multiple to hold sections open as you work your way around.

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    • You remove the bottom to reveal the guts.

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    • Find the WiFi module.

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    • Detach the antenna cables.

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    • Unscrew the screw.

    • It will pop up once it's unscrewed. That's normal.

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    • Pull the module out.

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    • Put in the new module.

    • You might need to push the end to get it to seat.

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    • Push it flat and screw it in.

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    • Reattach the antenna cables.

    • They should have labels "1" and "2" on the cables. Attach them to the points labeled "1" and "2" on your new WiFi module.

    • They're teeny-tiny snap buttons, like miniature versions of what you'd find on a jacket.

    • Make sure they snap on properly, you might need to use your thumbnail. You can give them a gentle tug to make sure they're actually attached.

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    • Snap the lid back on

    • Put the lid screws back in

    • Stick the sticky rubber feetsies back on

    • Plug back in any SD cards, USBs, and put your case back on if you have one

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    • Go to this link and install the WiFi and Bluetooth drivers that Intel recommends.

    • Power cycle your laptop (off and on again).

    • That's it, you're good to go!

Conclusão

You're all set!

Quinn Enestvedt

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