Dell Latitude D410 User manual

Dell™Latitude™D410ServiceManual
Notes, Notices, and Cautions
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January 2005 Rev. A00
Before You Begin
System Components
Internal Card With Bluetooth®Wireless Technology
Hard Drive
Memory Module and Modem
Coin-Cell Battery
Center Control Cover
Keyboard
Mini PCI Card
Display Assembly
Palm Rest
Fan
Smart Card Reader
System Board
Pin Assignments for I/O Connectors
Flashing the BIOS
NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use of your computer.
NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of data and tells you how to avoid the problem.
CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potential for property damage, personal injury, or death.

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Before You Begin
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Preparing to Work Inside the Computer
Recommended Tools
Computer Orientation
Screw Identification
Preparing to Work Inside the Computer
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1. Ensure that the work surface is flat and clean to prevent scratching the computer cover.
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2. Save any work in progress and exit all open programs.
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3. Turn off the computer and all attached devices.
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4. If the computer is connected to a Media Base or other docking device, undock it.
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5. Disconnect the computer from the electrical outlet.
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6. To avoid possible damage to the system board, wait 10 to 20 seconds and then disconnect any attached devices.
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7. Disconnect all other external cables from the computer.
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8. Remove any installed PC Cards from the PC Card slot.
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9. Close the display and turn the computer upside down on a flat work surface.
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10. Slide the two battery-bay latch releases on the bottom of the computer, and then remove the battery from the battery bay.
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11. Remove any installed memory modules or Mini PCI cards.
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12. Remove the hard drive.
CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is
not covered by your warranty. Read and follow applicable instructions in the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide that came with
the computer.
CAUTION: To prevent static damage to components inside your computer, discharge static electricity from your body before you touch any of
your computer's electronic components. You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface.
CAUTION: Handle components and cards with care. Do not touch the components or contacts on a card. Hold a card by its edges or by its metal
mounting bracket. Hold a component such as a microprocessor by its edges, not by its pins.
NOTICE: To avoid damaging the computer, perform the following steps before you begin working inside the computer.
NOTE: Ensure that the computer is turned off and not in a power management mode. If you cannot shut down the computer using the computer
operating system, press and hold the power button for 4 seconds.
NOTICE: To avoid damaging the system board, you must remove the main battery before you service the computer.

Recommended Tools
The procedures in this manual require the following tools:
l#1 Phillips screwdriver
l¼-inch flat-blade screwdriver
lSmall plastic scribe
lFlash BIOS update program CD or USB memory key with the flash BIOS update program.
Computer Orientation
Screw Identification
When you are removing and replacing components, print "Screw Identification" as a tool to lay out and keep track of the screws. The placemat provides the
number of screws and their sizes.
1
front
2
left
3
back
4
right
Modem:
(1 each)
Hard Drive:
(2 each —hard drive)
(2 each —hard drive carrier)
Keyboard:
(2 each)

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Display Assembly (top —hinges):
(2 each —M2 x 6 mm)
Palm Rest (top):
(5 each —M2.5 x 5 mm)
(1 each —M2 x 3 mm)
Fan:
(3 each)
Display Assembly (bottom —computer base):
(2 each —M3 x 5 mm)
Computer Base:
(12 each —M2.5 x 5 mm)
door for internal card with Bluetooth®Wireless Technology
(1 each —M2 x 3 mm)
System Board:
(3 each)

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Flashing the BIOS
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1. Ensure that the AC adapter is plugged in and that the main battery is installed properly.
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2. Insert the BIOS update program CD, and turn on the computer.
Follow the instructions that appear on the screen. The computer continues to boot and updates the new BIOS. When the flash update is complete, the
computer will automatically reboot.
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3. Press <F2> during POST to enter the system setup program.
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4. Press <Alt><F> to reset the computer defaults.
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5. Press <Esc>, select Save changes and reboot, and press <Enter> to save configuration changes.
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6. Remove the flash BIOS update program CD from the drive and restart the computer.
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NOTE: If you use a BIOS update program CD to flash the BIOS, set up the computer to boot from a CD before inserting the CD.

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Internal Card With Bluetooth®Wireless Technology
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Removing the Internal Card With Bluetooth®Wireless Technology
Replacing the Internal Card With Bluetooth®Wireless Technology
Removing the Internal Card With Bluetooth®Wireless Technology
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1. Follow the instructions in "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer."
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2. Remove the battery.
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3. Remove the door for the internal card with Bluetooth®wireless technology:
a. Loosen the captive screw on the card door.
b. Lift out the card door.
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4. Remove the M2 x 3-mm card screw.
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5. Using a plastic scribe or screwdriver, gently pry the card from its compartment and lift out the card from underneath the captive-screw hole.
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6. Holding the card with one hand, use your other hand to gently disconnect the card from the card connector, and remove the card from the computer.
Replacing the Internal Card With Bluetooth®Wireless Technology
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1. Holding the internal card with Bluetooth®wireless technology with one hand, use your other hand to gently connect the card connector to the card, and
insert it into the computer.
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2. Replace the card door.
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CAUTION: Before performing the following procedures, read the safety instructions in your 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
door for internal card with Bluetooth®wireless technology
2
captive screw on card door
3
card connector
4
internal card with Bluetooth®wireless technology
5
M2 x 3-mm screw

3. Replace the battery.
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Coin-Cell Battery
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Removing the Coin-Cell Battery
Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery
Removing the Coin-Cell Battery
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1. Follow the instructions in "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer."
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2. Turn over the computer, loosen the two captive screws from the coin-cell battery cover, and lift the cover away from the computer.
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3. Gently pull the coin-cell battery from the system board, and disconnect the cable connector from the system board.
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4. Remove the double-sided tape from the battery.
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5. Place the double-sided tape on the replacement coin-cell battery.
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide.
CAUTION: To prevent static damage to components inside your computer, discharge static electricity from your body before you touch any of
your computer's electronic components. You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface.
1
captive screws (2)
1
coin-cell battery
2
battery cable connector
3
battery cable

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Replacing the Coin-Cell Battery
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1. Affix the replacement battery with the double-sided tape on the system board.
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2. Replace the coin-cell battery cover.
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Center Control Cover
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Removing the Center Control Cover
Replacing the Center Control Cover
Removing the Center Control Cover
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1. Follow the instructions in "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer."
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2. Open the display all the way (180 degrees) so that it lies flat against your work surface.
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3. Starting on the right side of the computer, use a plastic scribe to gently pry up the center control cover. Unsnap from right to left.
Replacing the Center Control Cover
Gently snap the cover back in place starting from left to right.
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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.

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Display Assembly
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Removing the Display Assembly
Replacing the Display Assembly
Removing the Display Assembly
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1. Follow the instructions in "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer."
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2. Turn the computer over and remove the two M3 x 5-mm screws labeled "D" from the computer base.
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3. Turn the computer over top side up and open the display approximately 180 degrees so that it lies flat against your work surface.
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4. Remove the center control cover.
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5. Remove the keyboard.
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6. Remove the metal shield:
a. Loosen the two captive screws that secure the metal shield.
b. 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.
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7. Disconnect the antenna cables from the Mini PCI card and re-route the cables so that they are clear of the computer base.
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.
NOTICE: You must remove the display assembly before you remove the palm rest.
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M3 x 5-mm screws (2)

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8. Pull up on the pull-tab to disconnect the display cable from the system board.
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9. Remove the two M2 x 6-mm screws from the left and right hinges.
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10. Lift the display away from the computer and lay it aside.
Replacing the Display Assembly
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1. Align the display assembly over the screw holes in the base of the computer.
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2. Replace the screws taken from the left and right hinges.
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3. Reconnect the display cable to the system board.
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4. Route and connect the antenna cables to the Mini PCI card.
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5. Replace the metal shield:
a. Slide the metal shield into place.
b. Tighten the two captive screws that secure the metal shield.
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6. Replace the keyboard.
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7. Replace the center control cover.
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1
M2 x 6-mm screws (2)
2
display cable
3
system board connector

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8. Turn the computer over and replace the two screws labeled "D" on the computer base.
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Fan
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Removing the Fan
Replacing the Fan
Removing the Fan
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1. Follow the instructions in "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer."
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2. Remove the center control cover.
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3. Remove the keyboard.
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4. Remove the internal card with Bluetooth®wireless technology.
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5. Remove the display assembly.
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6. Remove the palm rest.
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7. Remove the fan cable connector from the system board.
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8. Remove the three M2.5 x 5-mm screws from the fan, and lift the fan away from the system board.
Replacing the Fan
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1. Reconnect the fan cable connector to the system board.
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2. Replace the three M2.5 x 5-mm screws from the fan, and slide the fan back on the system board.
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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
M2.5 x 5-mm screws (3)
2
fan
3
fan cable connector
4
fan cable connector on the system board

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Hard Drive
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Removing the Hard Drive
Replacing the Hard Drive
Removing the Hard Drive
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1. Follow the instructions in "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer."
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2. Turn the computer over and remove the two M3 x 3-mm screws.
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3. Slide the hard drive out of the computer.
Replacing the Hard Drive
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1. Slide the drive into the bay until it is fully seated.
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2. Replace the two M3 x 3-mm screws.
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3. Install the operating system for your computer.
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4. Install the drivers and utilities for your computer.
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CAUTION: If you remove the hard drive from the computer when the drive is hot, do not touch the metal housing of the hard drive.
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide.
NOTICE: To prevent data loss, shut down your computer before removing the hard drive. Do not remove the hard drive while the computer is on, in
standby mode, or in hibernate mode.
NOTICE: Hard drives are extremely fragile; even a slight bump can damage the drive.
NOTE: Dell does not guarantee compatibility or provide support for hard drives from sources other than Dell.
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M3 x 3-mm screws (2)
2
hard drive
NOTICE: When the hard drive is not in the computer, store it in protective antistatic packaging.
NOTICE: Use firm and even pressure to slide the drive into place. If you force the hard drive into place using excessive force, you may damage the
connector.

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Keyboard
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Removing the Keyboard
Replacing the Keyboard
Removing the Keyboard
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1. Follow the instructions in "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer."
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2. Remove the center control cover.
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3. Remove the two M2 x 3-mm screws across the top of the keyboard.
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4. Rotate the keyboard up 90-degrees and slide it forward to gain access to the keyboard connector.
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5. Disconnect the keyboard from the system board.
a. Use a plastic scribe or small flat-head screwdriver to lift the plastic tab on top of the system board connector.
b. Lift the keyboard cable out of the connector.
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6. Remove the keyboard.
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.
NOTICE: When you remove the keyboard, pull up gently to avoid damaging the keyboard cable.
NOTICE: The keycaps on the keyboard are fragile, easily dislodged, and time-consuming to replace. Be careful when removing and handling the
keyboard.
NOTE: When you replace the keyboard, ensure that the keyboard tabs are completely in place to avoid scratching the palm rest.
1
M2 x 3-mm screws (2)
2
keyboard
3
keyboard tabs (5)
4
keyboard connector on system board
5
keyboard connector tab

Replacing the Keyboard
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1. Reconnect the keyboard connector to the to the system board connector/tab.
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2. Gently slide the bottom of the keyboard into the base of the computer.
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3. Replace the two M2 x 3-mm screws across the top of the keyboard.
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4. Replace the center control cover.
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NOTE: You may need to push the bottom of the keyboard down slightly into the computer base to slide the keyboard into the base of the computer.

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Mini PCI Card
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Removing the Mini PCI Card
Replacing the Mini PCI Card
Removing the Mini PCI Card
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1. Follow the instructions in "Preparing to Work Inside the Computer.
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2. Remove the center control cover.
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3. Remove the keyboard.
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4. Remove the metal shield:
a. Loosen the two captive screws that secure the metal shield.
b. 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.
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5. 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:
a. Disconnect the antenna cables from 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.
NOTICE: To prevent damage to the Mini PCI card connector, do not use tools to spread the securing clips that secure the card.