Dell OptiPlex HUB User manual

OptiPlex
Antenna Installation Guide
April 2022
Rev. A00

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Chapter 1: Before you begin ......................................................................................................... 4
Chapter 2: Recommended tools.....................................................................................................5
Chapter 3: OptiPlex Tower Antenna.............................................................................................. 6
Chapter 4: OptiPlex Small Form Factor Antenna............................................................................8
Chapter 5: OptiPlex Micro Antenna..............................................................................................10
Chapter 6: Antenna Placement.....................................................................................................12
Chapter 7: SMA antenna.............................................................................................................. 14
Chapter 8: Getting help............................................................................................................... 15
Contacting Dell................................................................................................................................................................... 15
Contents
Contents 3

Before you begin
Steps
1. Save and close all open files and exit all open applications.
2. Shut down your system: Click Start > Power > Shut down.
NOTE: If you are using a Linux operating system, see the documentation of your operating system for shut-down
instructions.
3. Disconnect your system and all attached devices from their electrical outlets.
4. Disconnect all attached network devices and peripherals, such as keyboard, mouse, and monitor from your system.
CAUTION: To disconnect a network cable, first unplug the cable from your system and then unplug the cable
from the network device.
5. If the system unit or the adapter is being installed on the monitor:
a. Disconnect the power and all the display cables from the monitor.
b. Remove the stand from the monitor and place the monitor on a clean and soft surface.
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4 Before you begin

Recommended tools
The procedures in this document may require the following tool:
●Phillips screwdriver #2
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Recommended tools 5

OptiPlex Tower Antenna
Steps
1. Follow the instructions in Before you begin.
2. Align and connect the antenna cables to the SMA connectors on the chassis.
3. Tighten the bolts to secure the antenna cables to the SMA connectors on the chassis.
4. Slide the SMA cover over the antenna cables.
5. Align the tabs on the SMA cover with the slots on the chassis.
6. Push the SMA cover towards the chassis until it clicks into place.
7. Tighten the captive screw to secure the SMA cover to the chassis.
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OptiPlex Tower Antenna 7

OptiPlex Small Form Factor Antenna
Steps
1. Follow the instructions in Before you begin.
2. Align and connect the antenna cables to the SMA connectors on the chassis.
3. Tighten the bolts to secure the antenna cables to the SMA connectors on the chassis.
4. Slide the SMA cover over the antenna cables.
5. Align the tabs on the SMA cover with the slots on the chassis.
6. Push the SMA cover towards the chassis until it clicks into place.
7. Tighten the captive screw to secure the SMA cover to the chassis.
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OptiPlex Small Form Factor Antenna 9

OptiPlex Micro Antenna
Steps
1. Follow the instructions in Before you begin.
2. Align and connect the antenna cables to the SMA connectors on the chassis.
3. Tighten the bolts to secure the antenna cables to the SMA connectors on the chassis.
4. Slide the SMA cover over the antenna cables.
5. Align the tabs on the SMA cover with the slots on the chassis.
6. Push the SMA cover towards the chassis until it clicks into place.
7. Tighten the captive screw to secure the SMA cover to the chassis.
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OptiPlex Micro Antenna 11

Antenna Placement
Place the antenna in a suitable location.
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Antenna Placement 13

SMA antenna
For SMA antenna removal and installation procedures, search for OptiPlex Service Manual at www.dell.com/support.
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Getting help
Contacting Dell
Prerequisites
NOTE: If you do not have an active Internet connection, you can find contact information on your purchase invoice, packing
slip, bill, or Dell product catalog.
About this task
Dell provides several online and telephone-based support and service options. Availability varies by country and product, and
some services may not be available in your area. To contact Dell for sales, technical support, or customer service issues:
Steps
1. Go to Dell.com/support.
2. Select your support category.
3. Verify your country or region in the Choose a Country/Region drop-down list at the bottom of the page.
4. Select the appropriate service or support link based on your need.
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