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Mini PCI Card

Dell™ Latitude™ D410 Service Manual

  Removing the Mini PCI Card

  Replacing the Mini PCI Card


Removing the Mini PCI Card

CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide.
NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as the back panel) on the computer.
  1. Follow the instructions in "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer.

  2. Remove the center control cover.

  3. Remove the keyboard.

  4. Remove the metal shield:

    1. Loosen the two captive screws that secure the metal shield.

    1. Lift the shield on the side near the screw hole, slide the shield tabs out from under the edge of the computer base, and lay the shield aside.

  1. If a Mini PCI card is not already installed, go to "Replacing the Mini PCI card."

    If you are replacing a Mini PCI card, remove the existing card:

      1. Disconnect the antenna cables from the Mini PCI card.

    NOTICE: To prevent damage to the Mini PCI card connector, do not use tools to spread the securing clips that secure the card.
      1. Release the Mini PCI card by spreading the metal securing tabs until the card pops up slightly.

      2. Remove the Mini PCI card from the connector at a 45-degree angle.

    Replacing the Mini PCI Card

    NOTICE: To avoid damaging the antenna cables or the Mini PCI card, never place the cables under the card.
    NOTICE: The connectors are keyed to ensure correct insertion. If you feel resistance, check the connectors and realign the card.
    1. Align the Mini PCI card with the connector at a 45-degree angle, and press the Mini PCI card into the connector until it clicks.

    1. Connect the antenna cables to the Mini PCI card.

    1. Replace the metal shield:

      1. Slide the metal shield into place.

      1. Tighten the two captive screws that secure the metal shield.

    2. Replace the keyboard.

    3. Replace the center control cover.

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