Introduction
If the Wi-Fi connection to your computer doesn’t hold, you may be experiencing a malfunction of your Wi-Fi module. This guide will show you how to remove the Wi-Fi module for the Dell Inspiron 15R 5537.
The Wi-Fi module is located underneath the keyboard and is connected by two antenna cables. A malfunctioning Wi-Fi module can result in connection issues to the wireless network. This issue doesn’t completely disable your laptop, however, it does cause an inconvenience. A quick fix can be to use ethernet to connect to Wi-Fi or purchase an external Wi-Fi adapter.
It is important to make sure that the antenna cables are properly connected to your Wi-Fi module and that the wires aren’t frayed.
Before beginning this guide, make sure your laptop is powered off and disconnected from any external power source.
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Pull both of the locking tabs outwards until they both click to release the battery.
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Pull the battery out by lifting it from the top and sliding it forward.
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Turn the laptop over so that the keyboard is facing up.
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Use an opening tool to pry the keyboard from the base of the laptop.
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Once the top of the keyboard is released, slide the keyboard upwards.
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Use an opening tool to remove the keyboard ribbon from the latch by lifting the tab on top.
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Once lifted, disconnect the ribbon and replace with a new keyboard.
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Remove the 3mm Phillips #000 screw securing the Wi-Fi module.
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Lift the Wi-Fi module up and out of the laptop.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
