Removing Dell Inspiron 1150 Mini Wireless PCI Card

ID: 2431

Description: The purpose of this guide is to demonstrate how...

Steps:

  1. Turn the laptop upside down and locate the panel labeled C.
  2. Unscrew the single screw holding the cover in place.
  3. Lift up the cover and remove it to expose the Wireless MiniPCI Card.
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  4. Using a plastic spudger or similar, gently pry the grey and black wires off.
  5. The grey and black wires are the antenna wires so be careful not to damage them
  6. Gently pull the retaining clips away from the board so that the board pops up.
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  7. Lift the board up and out of the mini PCI slot at an angle of about 35 - 45 degrees
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